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Somali Play Premiere: Siyaasada Maanta

July 26, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - July 28, 2017 @ 9:00 pm

Siyaasada Maanta “The Politics of Today” premieres at The Southern Theatre!

“This gripping political drama examines the intellectual curiosity of the Somali diaspora and its interpretation of “Siyaasada Maanta,” by providing an in-depth look into the lives of young Somali millennials burdened by expectation and duty. Attracted by the promise of a better life and stability, youth migrate from the homeland only to be swallowed by the waves of the sea, the metaphorical equivalent of a life encumbered by finding the balance between love of self and community. Meanwhile, young Somalis in the diaspora return to Somali burdened by their own memories and wounds that have been neglected or overlooked by history. What connections and commonalities do they share? How do they differ? These are “The Politics of Today.”

Written & Directed by Abdifatah Farah and Ayanle Farah

This work is funded in part with money from the arts and cultural heritage fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota.

Details

Start:
July 26, 2017 @ 7:30 pm
End:
July 28, 2017 @ 9:00 pm
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1911615475769868

Venue

The Southern Theater
1420 Washington Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55454-1038 United States

Organizer

Siyaasada Maanta
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