Sweating and theater performances during the pilgrimage in Arbain.
Tasnim's interview with the late Korosh Zerei:
🔹We started the International Theater Festival with 40 or 50 people, and it received a very positive response. That first year, nearly 2,000 people participated in Arabic sweat shows. We structured the shows so that each show lasted 15 to 20 minutes.
🔹When we set out, we spend two days in Najaf to pay homage to Imam Ali (AS), ask his permission, and then perform for two days. After that, we perform at various campsites along the pilgrimage route in Arbain for four days, followed by two more days of performances in Karbala.
🔹The first year saw enormous enthusiasm, and success came to our artists and performers of ritual and value theater. The following year, we went with 150 to 200 participants. I am deeply grateful to God for allowing this path and the blessings of Imam Abba Abdullah (AS) to guide us.
🎥 Watch the full video here.