This is what the actor from the National Theater troupe said
Right, let’s dive into this delightful drama unfolding in front of the National Theater – it makes EastEnders look like a Sunday picnic, doesn’t it? So, we have Darin Angelov, a member of the National Theater troupe, attending a performance at the National Theater. Little did he know, he wasn’t just going for a cultured evening of drama; he was stepping into the midst of a riot that would give Shakespeare’s plays a run for their money!
Picture this: Darin rolls up, popcorn in hand (or was it a pretentious organic kale chip?), only to find his colleague, Vlado Penev, in hot water – surrounded by police like he’s the main attraction at a very twisted circus. I mean, dare I say, who needs a production of Guns and Men when you’ve got real-life scenes that could score a solid 10 in entertainment value?
“When I arrived on the spot, I witnessed very unflattering and ugly scenes,” says Darin, presumably trying to find a polite way to say it looked like a scene from an absurdist play gone wrong. But, my dear readers, it gets even juicier! Apparently, the protesters weren’t armed with pitchforks and torches but were instead armed with confusion. One woman admitted she’d only read “a little” of the play. I can just imagine in mock Shakespearean tone, “To read or not to read, that is the question!”
“It is a pity that these were some deceived people,” Angelov lamented. Deceived? Oh darling, that’s putting it mildly! They looked about as informed as a goldfish at a philosophy convention! One has to wonder, had they misread the program and thought it was a concert instead? They seemed more keen on a mosh pit than a thought-provoking production.
Let’s not forget, the ever-charming characters of Volen Siderov and Angel Jambazki also made appearances in this farce. I mean, when those two show up, you know things are about to get interesting…and by interesting, I mean a complete gong show!
Now, the good news is that no one got bruised – apart from perhaps some egos and reputations, which we can safely say are definitely in the red. Darin closed with the unfortunate revelation that “no arrests have been made.” I mean, come on, if a mob forms only to throw insults and not even a single person gets carted off in handcuffs, that’s a monumental fail! Where’s the justice in that?
Tension in front of the National Theater before the premiere of a production directed by John Malkovich (VIDEO+PHOTOS)
So, dear audience, as we gather our thoughts amidst this theatrical turmoil, let’s applaud the passion that entails such fervor. Because if there’s one thing the theater teaches us, it’s that life’s just one big, unpredictable performance. And sometimes, it’s a thrilling, albeit chaotic, spectacle!
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This is what the actor from the National Theater troupe said
Actor Darin Angelov, a member of the National Theater troupe, revealed that he was not involved in John Malkovich’s production of *Guns and Men*, yet he found himself at the center of a disturbing incident filled with insults and ugly remarks on Thursday night. Eager to see the show that he had eagerly anticipated, Angelov arrived to a chaotic scene that left him deeply unsettled.
“When I arrived on the spot, I witnessed very unflattering and ugly scenes. A colleague told me that Vlado Penev was being beaten and I immediately went there. He was surrounded by police. The protesters could not articulate what they wanted from Vlado. They just saw a popular face and wanted to vandalize him,” the actor recalled, conveying the anxiety and confusion that filled that tumultuous moment. His observations suggested that the protesters were not engaged in meaningful discourse but were driven by a primal urge to lash out.
“When I asked them if they had read the play, one woman said, ‘a little.’ The others were even more aggressive. It is a pity that these were some deceived people,” added Angelov. In a troubling illustration of the situation, he noted the presence of individuals in hoods among the crowd, and specifically mentioned controversial figures like Volen Siderov and Angel Jambazki. Their involvement raised questions about the organization’s intentions behind the protest.
No actors or protesters were physically injured in the clashes in front of the National Theater. “Unfortunately, no arrests have been made,” concluded Darin Angelov, reflecting on the need for accountability and resolution in what was expected to be a night of artistic celebration.
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Editor: Gabriela Vinarova
**Interview with Darin Angelov: A Glimpse into the Chaos at the National Theater**
**Gabriela Vinarova (GV):** Thank you for joining us today, Darin! You certainly found yourself in the middle of quite a scene at the National Theater recently. Can you share what happened when you arrived?
**Darin Angelov (DA):** Of course! I arrived expecting an enjoyable evening of theater, popcorn in hand, but instead, I was greeted by a chaotic atmosphere. There were police everywhere, and my colleague Vlado Penev was in quite a predicament. It was surreal—an unexpected and very unflattering show that felt more like one of those absurdist plays.
**GV:** It sounds like an intense experience! You mentioned that the protesters seemed misinformed. What was your impression of them?
**DA:** Yes, that’s right. Many appeared to be confused about the purpose of the event. One woman even admitted she had only read a bit of the play. It was almost comical, like they were preparing for a mosh pit instead of a thoughtful evening of drama. They were understandably passionate, but it felt like they lacked the necessary context.
**GV:** You described the scene as resembling a farce. Were there any notable characters involved?
**DA:** Absolutely! The likes of Volen Siderov and Angel Jambazki added to the drama. Their presence turned an already chaotic situation into something resembling a circus. You just knew things were bound to escalate with such colorful characters around.
**GV:** It’s a relief to hear that no one was seriously injured. But it’s surprising that there were “no arrests,” considering the tension. What are your thoughts on that?
**DA:** I agree; when such a mob forms, you’d expect a bit of action—not just a flurry of insults! It seems counterintuitive that there could be so much noise and commotion without any tangible consequences. It was almost disappointing from a dramatic perspective!
**GV:** Well, Darin, through this chaos, what do you think the theater and its audiences can learn?
**DA:** The theater reminds us that life itself is unpredictable and full of unexpected performances. Sometimes, what unfolds in front of us is just as compelling—if not more so—than what’s scripted. We should embrace the passion, even when it leads to chaos. After all, every upheaval carries the potential for transformation!
**GV:** Wise words indeed! Thank you, Darin, for sharing your insights and experiences with us. We appreciate you taking the time to reflect on such an unusual evening.
**DA:** Thank you, Gabriela. It’s always a pleasure to discuss the vibrant world of theater, even in the midst of a storm.
