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Puppet show narrating story of Joseph and Zuleika

December 31, 2016

TEHRAN – A puppet show underway at Tehran’s City Theater Complex recounts the story of Prophet Joseph (AS) and Zuleika.

“The tale of Prophet Joseph (AS) and Zuleika, which has repeatedly been told in works from our classical literature, is narrated in ‘The Gem of Nile’,” director/writer Majid Amraei told ILNA on Saturday.

“The Holy Quran also points out the compelling story, explaining how a man took a path from childhood to evolve into the high position of prophet,” he added.

The puppets have been made based on ancient statutes dating back to about 4000 years ago.

All 17 characters of the play are being manipulated by puppeteers Alireza Dehqani and Vahideh Quhestani who also present the narratives for all the characters.

The puppet show will run through January 11.

Photo: Alireza Dehqani and Vahideh Quhestani work with puppets during a performance of “The Gem of Nile” at Tehran’s City Theater Complex.