What follows is the result of an idea to connect the field of philosophy and thought with the world of drama. Let us choose sentences to ponder from the statements of the members of the philosophical group, which are archived in the “Chistiha Blog” (http://chistiha.blogfa.com); and after manipulating the concepts of those statements, and doing a brief exercise and editing, let us create a dramatic idea that will continue to form another dialogue, another concept, and another thought.
In the principles of drama writing, “ideation” and “drafting” have a specific method; but we tried to be one step before the idea and the plot. At the same stage of mental spark or, in our own words, the “study” stage, where the writer’s hand is open to writing down any image, concept, or point. Here, we have not limited ourselves to not mentioning the technical instructions, performance arrangements, dialogue, staging, and other matters, and left them for more detailed plans; on the contrary, we have completely written down whatever came to mind at the moment.
During our group meetings, we came to the conclusion that it was not necessary to obtain refined and precise plans from our conversations. It was only necessary to immediately edit and record everything that came to mind in an instant as a “study.”
And now we share the same with you. May these exercises and sketches be the beginning of a path to step on a bridge between philosophy and drama.
Ideas on the Bridge from Philosophy to Drama: Etude One Hundred and Seventeen
Note: These sketches have been registered with the Islamic Culture and Guidance Department. And the intellectual property belongs to the author.
These sketches are only allowed to be republished on the “Chistiha” site.
90th Etude
Documentary radio show
A simple linear narrative based on a series of real and historical events
1- It is approximately 1343. Bahman Qashqai is having lunch in Germany at his uncle Khosrow Khan’s house. The waiter makes soup for him. And while talking to the people of the house, about the situation in Iran, he suddenly says: “How long will I have to sit in Khosrow Khan’s house and let the fat of the house entertain me?” Something must be done. I have to go back.” and the opposition of Ahl Khanah and Khosrow Khan. And their justification is that SAVAK is an observer, as soon as Bahman goes to Iran, they will destroy him. Khosrow Khan himself gives first-hand news to the people of the house. News about how many people were arrested this week. And in what stage of the campaign is what is called the Qashqai’s Ghaeleh?
2- The people of Nafar are preparing for an armed struggle. There are friends who plan to take over the gendarmerie station.
We will get to know more about Javaid, Paydar and Ehsan later.
3- Bahman wants to come to Iran via Basra. He has a date with some of his friends.
4- Asadollah Alam talks about the Amannameh while talking on the phone with the Shah. Their conversations are a bit cryptic; But from the context of their words, it can be understood that they want to give a false guarantee letter to Bahman Qashqai. And the promise of science to suppress any rebellion. When the conversation ends, Alam hangs up the phone, orders wine to his servant, and the woman’s answer is: “Cheshm Amir!” It will be ready right now.”
5- Bahman Lab Marz reached one of his friends. They move towards Il at night.
6- In the morning at his friend’s house, his wife and children welcome Bahman; It is a short and simple breakfast. And Bahman and his friend talk about the tactics of how to capture the gendarmerie post during an armed operation.
7- Khosrow Khan is worried in Germany. He talks and argues with his family about what a big mistake Bahman made and he wishes he would go to Iran now. His family and even their waiter are worried and warn him. Khosrow Khan says that maybe if he arrives later, it will be over and Bahman has been arrested.
8- The night of the operation is coming. Bahman and his friend attack. A full-scale war breaks out.
9- Asadullah Alam has been informed. And during a phone call with Shah and several other phone calls, he lays the groundwork for the arrest of Bahman. and that he should be given time (here the audience should believe that he is telling the truth).
10- Bahman has been exposed and he is arrested. Earlier in this place, there is talk of naivety. And that Bahman thinks he is never fooled. Now, the Amannameh, which is a Quran, sealed with the royal seal, is used as proof for Bahman. And then they take Bahman. This is the climax of the story.
11- Bahman writes a letter the night before the execution. He writes about the cowardice of the government. He reads his letter out loud and talks to himself. He sticks to his opinion as if he wanted this fate from the beginning.
12- The day after the execution, in Khosrow Khan’s house, Dost Bahman’s house and other houses, everyone is plotting that they should do something for this martyr to continue his path to freedom. Everyone has a dream and a plan. But everyone knows very well that they will do nothing, and an echo of despair is reflected in their words. And in the end, this Quran has sealed that it should be preserved somewhere. In the continuation of the voices of the people, the voice of Asadullah Alam is also heard saying: Now this nation will sit and lament from tomorrow and forget after a while. And that’s it.
The music after the end of this show will be sad and with the benefit of this poem and song; that at the same time with its mythological aspect, the historicity of the events should also be emphasized:
Dunya Yalag Adam Qoze Ajl Ghord
The world is like the home of a sheep and the death of a wolf
Chekde Bo Siridan Bir Bir Aparde
He took one by one from this herd
His world is far away from Oksler
They are not old friends
Terlan Iche Khali Qalde Qafsler
His companion is also breathless
Where are those roommates and former soulmates?
Janai Goleb Sorahat Adib Leila Nohareh
Times are passing and turning
Author: B. Khosravani
It is recalled that any copying and extraction of these ideas, from an ethical and legal perspective, is only possible by mentioning the address, and use for performance will only be possible if the author’s written consent is obtained.