More artists upsetting religious authorities.. this time it’s the Sikhs in the United Kingdom being offended. Four hundred protesters stormed the Birmingham Repertory Theatre during the controversial play “Behzti” (Punjabi for dishonor). Apparently it is filled with sexual abuse, murder, manipulation and doesn’t portray Sikhs in a positive manner, but there is a waiting list for tickets to see it.
telegraph uk
December 20, 2004
Sikhs offended
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[...] on the recent controversial Sikh play in the United Kingdom. It was cancelled due to the violent and disgusting protests by members of [...]