"Balkon" play poster and brochure (METU Players, 2007)

2007
Jean Genet's play "Balcony" is about the concepts of power, identity and reality. It is known as an in-depth study. The play takes place on the balcony of a brothel and social a symbolic portrayal of power through roles, ostentatious rituals, and political manipulations. presents. Madame Irma, the owner of a brothel, becomes an influential leader during a rebellion that breaks out in the city. It is possible. As the leader of the rebellion, he becomes one of the figures the people need. During the rebellion, Women working in the brothel and their customers take on different roles, escaping from reality. of rebellion leaders, dictators and other political figures use rituals and They organize ostentatious ceremonies. The play questions the fine line between reality and illusion and how power is established and examines whether it is maintained. Jean Genet's "Balcony" shows the complexity of human nature, social explores in depth the structure of roles and various aspects of power, while also It offers an experimental approach in theatre.
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