The satirical drama “The White Plague,” which was first penned by Czech author Karel Capek in the 1930s, is coming to Lahore, so theatergoers need to get their tickets ready.
The play’s Urdu adaption, which is being presented by Geo News, addresses issues of power, populist politics, and bellicose behavior.
The narrative continues against the backdrop of the events leading up to World War II, showing how populist leaders persuaded people to support their violent exploits.
As a memorial to Zia Mohyeddin, who trained many young theater practitioners while he headed the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA), it has been directed by young thespian Meher Jafferi.
