She Does the City: Nine Women Depict A Spectrum of Iraqi Perspective in The Emotionally Wrenching Play 9 Parts of Desire
20 May
by Kait Fowlie
Wow. I don’t think I’ve been so outwardly emotional in public since H&M had that crazy jacket sale a while back. I could try and play it off like it was the 3 dollar wine spritzers that tipped me off the emotional edge, but I can’t front – Heather Raffo’s masterful quilt of stories in 9 Parts of Desire totally robbed me of my ego. I went to the Theatre Centre on the opening night to witness a stunning manifestation of a few righteous females’ creative splendour.
The play brings a contemporary audience closer to the history of the suffering in Iraq. Many of the issues it sheds light on are incomprehensible in the context of a Toronto theatre, but the incredible cast, music, and smart symbolism all make this play an enlightening experience. Be warned, don’t take a date who will be scared away by an eye makeup disaster. The play will run till Sunday May 23, at the Theatre Center on 1087 Queen West at Dovercourt. Tickets are 25$ for an evening, 20$ for a matinee. Book at the theatre center 1 hour before the show, or call 416-538-0988 to reserve a spot.
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