Tragic Loss in the Theater World: Ethem Özbora Passes Away
The passing of State Theatres retired decorator Ethem Özbora has plunged the art community into mourning. Fellow artists shared farewell messages.
Ethem Özbora, one of the retired decorators of the State Theatres and who previously served as deputy artistic technical manager, has passed away.
Sad News of Death Saddening the Art World
Ethem Özbora, one of the retired decorators of the State Theatres who signed off on important projects in the theater world for many years, has passed away.
While Özbora's news of death created great sorrow in the art community, his classmate Selçuk Yöntem announced the death of the master name.
Emotional Statement from Selçuk Yöntem
Announcing this painful loss during the months of September and October, Selçuk Yöntem commemorated past joint projects with his classmate and colleague.
In his social media post, Yöntem expressed the deep sorrow of losing his friend and wished him God's mercy.
Farewell Message from Işıl Yücesoy
Following Selçuk Yöntem's post, artist Işıl Yücesoy also published an emotional farewell message on her social media account.
Yücesoy stated that Özbora's designs and friendship left them feeling orphaned, expressing the great sorrow she felt.
Funeral Ceremony and Career
It was reported that Ethem Özbora's funeral will be buried after the prayer to be performed at Zincirlikuyu Mosque following the noon prayer.
Having designed sets for numerous plays throughout his career, Özbora also served as deputy artistic technical manager at the Istanbul State Theater.