The Worldwide Ukrainian Play Readings are shown in Denver for the first time.
“Definitely hard to hear, some of it,” admits Bejan, “but important for us all to experience. It’s a window into life that we don’t get from normal media. And it’s art.”, a combination of live and video poetry set against a visual medium inspired by Ukraine. Often an exhibition piece all by itself, it’s the brainchild of Romanian playwright and artist Oana Maria Cajal, who now lives and works in Montreal.
“I don’t believe in long shows,” laughs Bejan. “I know this sounds like a lot, but the showcase itself shouldn’t last longer than an hour and fifteen minutes.” At the same time, Bejan stresses the importance of this show’s message, and the meaning of the “plus” sign in the title: While it uses Ukraine as a focus, it’s really a celebration of freedom everywhere.
“My father escaped communist Romania; both his parents were imprisoned by the Communist regime and disappeared. So I could relate to tales of Russian oppression, but I could also see it from the activist perspective — that people just want to be free everywhere. That’s where my students were getting it. It’s ultimately what we should be talking about," concludes Bejan.The Ukraine+ Freedom Arts Showcase, 6:30 p.m.
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