"The Old Woman's Visit" play poster and brochure (METU Players, 2009)

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2009

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Friedrich Dürrenmatt's play "The Old Woman's Visit" tells the story of an old woman returning to town. It is about the events that took place upon his return. Anton Schill, who lives in a small town, left the town years ago and is now a billionaire. He is shaken by the visit to town of his ex-girlfriend, Claire Zachanassian. Claire to town He returns with his wealth and power and makes a big offer to the townspeople. Claire, town He will give a large amount of money to his people struggling with the financial crisis and in return He explains that he would want the townspeople to kill Anton Schill. The townspeople initially reject this offer, but over time, with their desperation and ambition, they accept the offer. accepts. Anton Schill's life is now in danger and the townspeople want to kill him for their own benefit. is ready to sacrifice. However, the consequences of this decision are unexpected and the townspeople He is forced to pay the real price of Claire's offer. "The Old Woman's Visit" explores the dark aspects of human nature, moral decadence, and the power of money. It is known as a powerfully critical tragicomedy. In this play, Friedrich Dürrenmatt questions the selfishness and decay of moral values ​​within oneself and leaves the audience deep in thought. drags.

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METU theater plays, Art on campus, The Old Woman's Visit

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https://hdl.handle.net/11511/106407
https://bellek.metu.edu.tr/handle/11511/106407

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