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AVAAZ at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Jan-Feb 2025)
January 21 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Chicago Shakespeare Theater is celebrating an Iranian-Jewish immigrant experience with Avaaz, in a limited engagement January 21–February 9 only. Emmy-nominated writer and actor Michael Shayan (Discovery’s The Book of Queer, HBO’s We’re Here) portrays his larger-than-life mother in a radiant celebration of resilience and joy. Meet Roya, our fabulous hostess, as she welcomes you into her home to celebrate Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. She’s preparing a feast, but the main attraction is the tale of her great American journey as an Iranian-Jewish immigrant from Tehran to “Tehran-geles,” California. Get ready for the time of your life with this hilarious and heartfelt tribute to the playwright’s mother, exuberantly portrayed by the person who knows her best—her son. Hailed “celebratory and free” by The Washington Post, Avaaz is at once deeply personal and universal.
Book with promo code ROYA to unlock 20% off tickets
Tickets: https://www.chicagoshakes.com/productions/avaaz/