Drama, Theater, and Communication

An Analytical Exploration of Masculinity, Trauma, and Power Dynamics in Contemporary Theater Reza Shirmarz The interplay of masculinity, trauma, and psychological violence forms the foundation of a compelling theatrical narrative that examines the fragile construct of male identity and its relationship with power and vulnerability. Set within the confines of a shared living space, the drama intensifies the interplay of its three male characters. It exposes the fissures in their relationships and the devastating consequences of repressed emotions. Through its taut dialogue and psychological complexity, the work interrogates themes of toxic masculinity, friendship, and the cyclical nature of violence as presenting a harrowing exploration of human behavior.  Masculinity emerges as a central motif, depicted as a constructed and contested identity. The three male characters represent varying aspects of masculine performance, their interactions underscoring the fragility of this construc...