In Shahin Sayadi's "Ritual Music to Cure a Lover," storytelling, original music and captivating character work collide in one of this year's most beautiful solo pieces. Throughout the 60-minutes, Sayadi portrays several characters, showcasing his powerful acting chops. Specifically, he embarks on sharing the Persian mythology of Farhad, his beloved Shirin, and their son. While taking some liberties in creating this work, Sayadi stays true to the source material: an ancient love poem. ...
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