Shou Ya Ashta is a 75-minute Lebanese dark comedy that addresses various aspects of gender-based violence against women and girls. The play premieres on May 30 at Le Monnot Theater at 8:30 PM.
Written by Wafa'a Halawi and Riad Chirazi, Shou Ya Ashta is produced by Wafa'a Halawi and Michele Fenianos and stars Cynthya Karam, Wafa'a Halawi, Salma Chalabi and Katy Younes. The play offers a poignant exploration of gender-based violence amidst Lebanon's challenging landscape. Through a blend of humor and introspection, it sheds light on societal issues.
Its title, Shou Ya Ashta, carries a deeper meaning, transcending its seemingly harmless origins. In Lebanese slang, "ashta" refers to a woman deemed attractive, yet the play challenges the objectification inherent in such terms. Based on interviews and a legal review of the text by the National Commission for Lebanese Women (NCLW), this dark comedy delves into the private world of Dr. Jouni, a respected therapist navigating her own challenges, while guiding characters like Nour, Leila and Mira through their journeys of healing and self-discovery. Shou Ya Ashta challenges societal norms. With its witty comedy and compelling narrative, it sparks conversations, inviting audiences to confront their own beliefs about desire, power and self-determination.
The casting brings to life three captivating stories. Nour, a young survivor haunted by past trauma, embarks on a quest for reconciliation. Leila, a middle-aged woman grappling with a failing marriage, confronts her worth and desirability in the face of emotional manipulation. Meanwhile, Mira, an actress navigating the treacherous waters of show business, refuses to be silenced in the face of harassment and manipulation.
Despite Lebanon's dire situation, artists are refusing to succumb to despair, choosing instead to be catalysts for renewal. As the country grapples with various issues, including social ones, Shou Ya Ashta emerges as a beacon of awareness. It sheds light on the complexities of gender-based violence through a compelling blend of comedy and introspection. Through its witty humor and exploration of diverse characters, the play serves as a wake-up call.
Tickets are available at Librairie Antoine branches and online through Antoine Ticketing.
Written by Wafa'a Halawi and Riad Chirazi, Shou Ya Ashta is produced by Wafa'a Halawi and Michele Fenianos and stars Cynthya Karam, Wafa'a Halawi, Salma Chalabi and Katy Younes. The play offers a poignant exploration of gender-based violence amidst Lebanon's challenging landscape. Through a blend of humor and introspection, it sheds light on societal issues.
Its title, Shou Ya Ashta, carries a deeper meaning, transcending its seemingly harmless origins. In Lebanese slang, "ashta" refers to a woman deemed attractive, yet the play challenges the objectification inherent in such terms. Based on interviews and a legal review of the text by the National Commission for Lebanese Women (NCLW), this dark comedy delves into the private world of Dr. Jouni, a respected therapist navigating her own challenges, while guiding characters like Nour, Leila and Mira through their journeys of healing and self-discovery. Shou Ya Ashta challenges societal norms. With its witty comedy and compelling narrative, it sparks conversations, inviting audiences to confront their own beliefs about desire, power and self-determination.
The casting brings to life three captivating stories. Nour, a young survivor haunted by past trauma, embarks on a quest for reconciliation. Leila, a middle-aged woman grappling with a failing marriage, confronts her worth and desirability in the face of emotional manipulation. Meanwhile, Mira, an actress navigating the treacherous waters of show business, refuses to be silenced in the face of harassment and manipulation.
Despite Lebanon's dire situation, artists are refusing to succumb to despair, choosing instead to be catalysts for renewal. As the country grapples with various issues, including social ones, Shou Ya Ashta emerges as a beacon of awareness. It sheds light on the complexities of gender-based violence through a compelling blend of comedy and introspection. Through its witty humor and exploration of diverse characters, the play serves as a wake-up call.
Tickets are available at Librairie Antoine branches and online through Antoine Ticketing.
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