Controversial play “Lucifer Rising” forced offstage

english.nepalnews.com · 3 days ago

The ongoing staging of the play “Lucifer Rising” at Ek Theater in Kathmandu has been abruptly halted due to intense pressure and threats. Organizers were forced to cancel performances after critics concluded the play negatively impacts the image of Prime Minister Balen Shah. The shutdown has alarmed the theater community, with organizers citing pressure from "unknown political figures, tendencies, and groups."