When the Stage Speaks

by Imed ilahy

Overview

When the Stage Speaks 🎭✨

In a world where the lines between illusion and reality blur, "When the Stage Speaks" emerges as a profound philosophical odyssey—one that dismantles the very fabric of theater, existence, and time itself.

At the heart of this enigmatic play lies a troupe of actors rehearsing for what seems to be a historical drama. Yet, as the scenes unfold, a strange, unsettling truth begins to reveal itself: the performance is no longer confined to the stage. The boundaries between roles and identities dissolve, and the actors find themselves trapped in an ever-shifting labyrinth of time and fate. Are they merely performing? Or have they become unwitting participants in a script written long before their first rehearsal?

With echoes of Beckett, Pirandello, and Saadallah Wannous, this avant-garde theatrical masterpiece weaves existential inquiry with surrealist aesthetics, immersing the audience in a world where every word uttered is both an echo of the past and a prophecy of the future. The fourth wall collapses, the script rewrites itself, and the audience is no longer an observer but a silent accomplice in a narrative that refuses to end.

"When the Stage Speaks" is not merely a play; it is an intellectual experience, a mirror held up to time, a question whispered into the void:

"Are we actors following a script, or are we free to write our own lines?"

Product Details

BN ID:	2940181338623
Publisher:	Yasmina Edition
Publication date:	03/08/2024
Sold by:	Draft2Digital
Format:	eBook
File size:	224 KB

About the Author

Imed Ilahi: A Profile of the Tunisian Writer and Playwright

Imed Ilahi is a Tunisian poet and playwright known for his literary and theatrical contributions that explore deep philosophical and social themes. His style blends symbolism with existential reflections, creating works that provoke thought and raise profound questions.

Literary Works:

• "At the Edge of Reality": A short story collection that merges reality with fantasy, where the boundaries between the possible and the impossible fade, transforming daily moments into profound philosophical experiences.

Theatrical Works:

• "The Shadow of Existence": A play exploring the inner struggles of a character named Adel, who faces existential questions about the meaning of life and identity.
• "Between the Shadow and the Edge": A play delving into the existential conflict of human beings, presenting philosophical dialogues that reflect the psychological and social challenges individuals face in their quest for self-understanding.
• "The Shadow and the Gap": A play examining the gap between reality and human aspirations, highlighting the struggles individuals endure in their attempt to achieve self-realization.
• "The Locked Room": A play that explores themes of isolation and the search for meaning, as the protagonist finds himself trapped in a room that mirrors his psychological and existential state.
• "When the Stage Speaks": An experimental philosophical play that challenges traditional theatrical conventions, confronting the audience with existential questions about truth and reality.

Beyond his literary and theatrical works, Imed Ilahi is also known for his educational articles published in the Tunisian newspaper Ashourouk, where he discusses issues related to education and pedagogy, shedding light on the challenges and future prospects for improving Tunisia's educational system.