What drives obsession, faith, and madness?

Equus by Peter Shaffer is a psychological drama that unravels the mind of Alan Strang, a troubled teenager who blinds six horses in a seemingly inexplicable act of violence. As psychiatrist Dr. Dysart tries to understand the boy’s motives, he is drawn into a haunting exploration of repression, passion, and the primal forces that drive human behavior.

A masterpiece of modern theater, Equus is a gripping and unsettling examination of spirituality, sexuality, and the thin line between sanity and insanity.

For those fascinated by human psychology, religious symbolism, and deep existential questions, this play offers a chilling yet profound look at what happens when repression collides with obsession.

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