About the Show

This new play about sexual status and cultural identity follows a gay Iranian man who underwent sex reassignment surgery in order to avoid execution, and now lives in New York City as a woman.

Samantha has emigrated from Iran following her reassignment surgery. She moves to New York City and establishes a five-month relationship with an American man who served in the Middle East, and continues to carry a mixture of guilt and rage from his deployment there. When an unexpected visitor from Samantha's homeland arrives on her doorstep one night, the story takes an unexpected turn, leading to a stunning ending that proves nothing is as it seems. 'Death of a Persian Prince' explores important issues of gender, cultural identity, and commitment.

Critic Reviews (3)

For a previous production

"It is when Cas leaves and Samantha and James face each other in the brilliance of full transparency and honesty that Mr. Moss’ play grabs the psyche and soul of the audience and does not let go until the cathartic ending. Under Dewey Moss’ exacting and meticulous direction, 'Death of the Persian Prince' remains one of the most riveting and life-altering plays in the current canon of LGBTQ theatre."
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For a previous production

"Occasionally a real gem will appear among the simulated jewels. One such gem is 'Death of the Persian Prince,' a play of substance and heart that deserves recognition and the opportunity to be more widely seen...The playwright does not allow for a fanciful and romantic ending to break the honesty of this compelling story."
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For a previous production

"An intimate, focused play...While the first half can drag a bit, it turns out to be vital exposition for the play’s true conflict and drama that dominates the second half...This is an important play that draws attention to an incredibly marginalized and oppressed community, and it is valuable for its enlightenment and education alone. It’s also a stirring call to action."
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