'avaaz' Pays Tribute to a Mother's Journey from Tehran to "Tehran-geles"

Iranian American playwright Michael Shayan pays tribute to his mother and her journey from Tehran to "Tehran-geles" in his one-man show, "avaaz." Set during Nowruz, the Iranian New Year, "avaaz" is an experience of joy, celebration and rebirth guided by main character Roya, played by Shayan. Learn how "avaaz" allowed Shayan to reclaim his queer, Jewish and Iranian identities on stage.

"avaaz" will run at the South Coast Repertory from April 29-May 27, 2023.

Thumbnail image courtesy of Jenny Graham / South Coast Repertory.