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This theatrical work presents a layered exploration of cultural misunderstanding and romantic entanglement between East and West. The narrative probes questions of identity, gender performance, and the stereotypes that shape cross-cultural interactions. Drawing thematic inspiration from the opera Madama Butterfly, the play challenges conventional narratives and examines how perception and fantasy can distort reality in international relationships.
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