April 7, 2022 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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“Auction of Souls”: State Theatre.

(Oscar Apfel, 1919).  Drama about the Armenian genocide based on the account of one of its survivors, actress Aurora Mardiganian, who stars in the film. Followed by a discussion between actress-producer Arsinée Khanjian and University of Amsterdam film professor Marie-Aude Baronian about Performing Memory, Khanjian’s performance piece, that draws on the film and the life of Mardiganian. The U-M Center for Armenian Studies Annual Haidostian Distinguished Lecture. Mask and proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test with in 72 hours) required for all patrons over the age of 12. Tickets $10.50 (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8:50; MTF members, $8; matinee $7.50) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see MichTheater.org.

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