Iraq, But Funny at Lookingglass Theatre Company
Dates: 6/1/2025 - 7/20/2025
📍 Theatre: Lookingglass Theatre Company
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Iraq, But Funny is a world premiere play at Lookingglass Theatre, showcasing a semi-autobiographical comedy written by Ensemble Member Atra Asdou and directed by Dalia Ashurina. The production runs from June 1 to July 20, 2025, exploring themes of humor in the context of war. This engaging piece promises to blend personal narrative with comedic elements, offering a unique perspective on a complex topic.
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Lookingglass Theatre Company Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Lookingglass Theatre?
What shows have played recently at Lookingglass Theatre?
White Rooster (3/1/26-4/30/26)
Hundreds and Hundreds of Stars (10/1/25-11/30/25)
Rick Bayless in Cascabel (3/21/12-3/23/12)
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Hundreds and Hundreds of Stars (10/1/25-11/30/25)
Rick Bayless in Cascabel (3/21/12-3/23/12)
Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (1/4/12-1/13/12)
What shows are coming up next at Lookingglass Theatre Company?
Sunset 1919 (07/27/26-07/27/26)
What shows have played recently at Lookingglass Theatre Company?
Untitled Vampire Play (06/01/26-07/31/26)
White Rooster (03/01/26-04/30/26)
Hundreds and Hundreds of Stars (10/01/25-11/30/25)
Rick Bayless in Cascabel (03/21/12-03/23/12)
Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (01/04/12-01/13/12)
White Rooster (03/01/26-04/30/26)
Hundreds and Hundreds of Stars (10/01/25-11/30/25)
Rick Bayless in Cascabel (03/21/12-03/23/12)
Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (01/04/12-01/13/12)
What shows are coming up next at Lookingglass Theatre Co?
Sunset 1919 (07/27/26-07/27/26)
What shows have played recently at Lookingglass Theatre Co?
Untitled Vampire Play (06/01/26-07/31/26)
White Rooster (03/01/26-04/30/26)
Hundreds and Hundreds of Stars (10/01/25-11/30/25)
Rick Bayless in Cascabel (03/21/12-03/23/12)
Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (01/04/12-01/13/12)
White Rooster (03/01/26-04/30/26)
Hundreds and Hundreds of Stars (10/01/25-11/30/25)
Rick Bayless in Cascabel (03/21/12-03/23/12)
Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (01/04/12-01/13/12)
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