“Irandokht” is a story deeply woven with the dreams and unspoken desires of generations who left their homes behind, chasing after an idealistic and perhaps imaginary place. They embarked on a journey, longing for peace that had eluded their hearts. Yet, instead of finding solace, they were burdened with fear, anxiety, and the sorrow of estrangement. Their separation from their homeland was not only physical but emotional and spiritual as well.

This play narrates the human struggle with oneself—a conflict between letting go of a past that shaped them and embracing a future shrouded in uncertainty. The characters in this tale, amidst alienation, loneliness, and confusion, seek the meaning of life. Yet, the love for their homeland—the soil in which their roots are deeply planted—remains alive in their hearts.

Despite facing countless challenges, they courageously pursue their dreams. However, these dreams come at a heavy price: losing their peace of mind, their family, and the profound sense of belonging that no other place can offer. Did they find something in leaving their homeland that justified such sacrifices? Did they manage to discover the sense of belonging and peace elsewhere that their homeland once provided?

“Irandokht” compels ... دیدن ادامه ›› us to reflect on the meaning of homeland. Is it merely a physical place where we are born, or is it a fundamental part of our identity, culture, and memories that cannot be recreated elsewhere? The play portrays the characters’ efforts to grapple with these questions as they navigate between staying and leaving, between love and reason, and between memories of the past and dreams of the future.

This story reminds us that, in the pursuit of happiness, we sometimes risk losing what is most precious. Yet, the love for one’s homeland—for its culture, history, and enduring essence—remains embedded in the deepest layers of the human heart, a place no other land can ever replace.
Mahnaz.akej