entertainment
March 13, 2026
Jubilee performance "Osama-Kasaba in New York"
The play has a mission to reconnect and respect our differences, creating inexhaustible inspiration for coexistence of different cultures and customs.
TL;DR
- The play "Osama-Kasaba in New York" is an adaptation of Vladimir Kecmanović's novel.
- It is celebrating its 150th performance at Zvezdara Theatre.
- Director Darko Bajić chose actors with personal experiences in multi-ethnic environments and who lived through war via their parents' stories.
- The play explores themes of reconciliation, respect for diversity, and the dangers of nationalism.
- The author team includes Vladimir Kecmanović (writer), Darko Bajić and Kosta Peševski (dramatists), Vesna Popović (set designer), Dragica Laušević (costume designer), and Dejan Pejović (composer).
- The cast includes Radovan Vujović, Jovan Jovanović, Iva Ilinčić, Branko Janković, Isidora Simijonović, and Amar Ćorović.
- The play connects youthful adventures with the tragedy of war, leading to catharsis and a return to shared, carefree past.
- Audiences respond with strong emotions, indicating a connection to the play's themes of shared experiences and diversity.
- Vladimir Kecmanović emphasizes the personal significance of the play due to the adaptation and personal memories associated with its premiere.
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