Continued suicides of entertainers and families because of the grim realities in their lives has worsened recently. Self-destruction, which is connected to social problems, is a topic hard to approach. However, there is a play, “Jugyojunun Story” which has this sensitive topic. It is delightful and easy even though it unravels suicide.
There is a self-destruction web site which offers various and new ways of death to its viewers. An Lak-sha is the manager and president of the site. Lots of people have passed away using An Lak-sha’s death products. Among his customers, there are even entertainers. One day, in front of him, a suspicious person named Madonna comes out and the story starts.
Although the play’s subject matter is self-destruction, its genre is comedy. There are some parts which criticize society like entertainer’s deaths and insensitivity to others’ deaths, but generally, the whole story is light and cheerful. Therefore, if you expect an in-depth play, you will be disappointed.
However, there is a merit from participation not only by actors but also by the audience. Talking to the audience and the actors’ impromptu performances give us pleasure. Besides, this play has two versions, so you can think of it two ways. This play will give you a special chance to think about suicide more seriously, and it will also give you fun.