Guards at the Taj
Written by ensemble member Rajiv Joseph
Directed by ensemble member Amy Morton
Main Series
About the Show
A BOLD FUNNY AND DEEPLY MOVING PLAY ABOUT THE SEARCH FOR BEAUTY IN DESPERATE CIRCUMSTANCES
India 1648. The dawn will reveal for the first time the extraordinary beauty of the Taj Mahal, built as a tribute to the ruler's wife, who demanded its construction. But for two hapless imperial guards, the morning light brings with it an impossible task that will shake their faith in God, the empire and their lifelong friendship. This boldly funny and deeply moving play examines the true meaning of beauty and the cost of transcendence in a world that confuses the value of both. j