The U.S. Embassy in Baku is pleased to sponsor the ASA Theater performance of "Of Mice and Men" staged on Dec. 19 at the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater. The ASA Theater Company consists of 20 talented actors, musicians, costume art and lighting specialists, the majority of whom are people living with disabilities.
In his recent message on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, U.S. Secretary of State Tillerson stated: "...we affirm our commitment to advance empowerment, dignity, and equal rights for persons with disabilities. We reiterate that all people, in every country, deserve full and equal access to all spheres of society."
These men and women are living proof that talent and ability recognize no physical or mental constraints. Their performances are a great example of persons with disabilities working with those without to overcome challenges together and produce marvelous art, and a demonstration that, with a little effort and accommodation, persons with disabilities can work in every sector of society, and we all benefit from their full participation. The beauty of demonstrating this in a theater production is that everyone in the audience can see a vibrant example of this fact - one that will stay with them for a lifetime.
The performance is based on the novel of the same name written by American writer John Steinbeck eight decades ago, but its depiction of the human condition is as true today as it was then, and reminds us all of the importance of friendship, compassion, and acceptance.
Culture
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Cultural heritage is often best understood through its vibrant expressions—be it food, music, dance, or the intricate details of traditional clothing. This notion was vividly brought to life at the fifth annual “FantazEU” Cultural Heritage Festival, organized by the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Azerbaijan. The festival’s centerpiece, an exhibition of European national costumes, offered visitors a unique glimpse into the historical and cultural tapestries of Europe while underscoring the unifying power of art and tradition.
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The European Union (EU) Delegation to Azerbaijan in partnership with the Embassies of the EU Member States will organise the first exhibition of the European national costumes within the fifth edition of the “FantazEU” Cultural Heritage Festival.
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On November 28 at 5:00 PM, the opening ceremony of Ukrainian Film Days will take place at Landmark Cinema in Baku. The event is organized by the Embassy of Ukraine in Azerbaijan. From November 28 to December 1, residents of Baku and guests of the capital will have the opportunity to watch a selection of the best films by Ukrainian filmmakers. The event will open with a press briefing.
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At the Yuva Baku gallery, visual artist Lali Binyatova recently unveiled her latest experimental works, blending the mediums of photography and painting to craft an entirely new dimension of art. The exhibition, aptly titled Revolutionary of the Soul, defies conventional artistic boundaries, offering viewers an immersive experience where reality is reimagined through the artist’s unique lens.
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