Joking about Jihadists
Today on World Have Your Say we're asking... Is it invigorating or tasteless to mock fundamentalism?
As "" opens its doors at the later this week, we're asking if its ok to have a laugh at the expense of extremists.
The musical features numbers such as and the romantic song 'I Only See Your Eyes'. It boasts a chorus of women in pink burkas carrying machine guns...
...Not everyone is impressed with the idea of the musical. A has been set up on the UK government's petition website asking the Prime Minister to "condemn the tasteless portrayal of terrorism" and that "the idea of making light of Muslim extremism is extremely offensive, most especially for its victims".
What do you make of ? His creator, Hugh Pankuck will be on air tonight.
Have a look at this video from popular US animation show 'Family Guy'.
What about this " Comedian Marcus Brigstocke mocks three religions in under a minute - Is this form of satire acceptable?
Is mockery like 'Jihad: The musical' a tool against extremism and the fear of extremism? Would you buy a ticket to the musical if you could? Is it a disguised attack on the religion?
Is the idea tasteless and insulting? Or do you expect a reaction in the Muslim world?
Here's another video recommended by a guest on tonight's show:
As mentioned on the show on Monday here is the link to the , claiming 1 in 4 young Muslims in the US who back suicide bombings in the name of defending Islam.
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