One Pure Longing: Táhirih's SearchErika Batdorf
75 mins
In 1848, at a religious conference in what is now Iran, the poet and teacher known as Táhirih, or "The Pure One" dared to appear in public without a veil.
Táhirih's mystical poetry and this notorious historical event provide the inspiration for a richly textured theatrical tapestry commissioned by Luminato. Weaving dance, poetry, Iranian, First Nation and African American song, silk work and lamentation into an intense theatrical exploration, a culturally diverse group of international creators - led by renowned director, performer, playwright and teacher Erika Batdorf - challenge all of us to find our own authentic voice and the courage to speak.
Event Information
June 11, 12, 13, 14
Buddies In Bad Times Theatre
12 Alexander Street
Toronto, ON
M4Y 1B4
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$35.00
Buddies In Bad Times Theatre
12 Alexander Street
Toronto, ON
M4Y 1B4
View Map
$35.00
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COMMENTS
3 comments
Kimberly said: On May 24, 2010 4:11am
As pretentious as it sounds, I've come to think of Tahirih as the maiden of Peace thrown into the well with her companions (whom I, personally, think to have been Love and Beauty) by the god of War. She is my greatest heroine. Better than a goddess for she surely lived and fought the great battles with the "sword of utterance" and in the name of peace.
I'm so pleased to hear of this work. If it travels, please let those of us in the Southwestern US know of it.
Lisa said: On April 28, 2010 7:27pm
Wow--Tahirih was my idol as a child. I am so glad to see her being celebrated!
Maury Miloff said: On April 9, 2010 4:33pm
Like the photograph above -- the body dies, yes, but the eyes of the great ones ever remain the windows of the soul, growing in openness and compassion, and the Voice shouts in triumph and calls out!