RANKULAATA
H N KALAKSHETRA
01 November to 23 November 2014
RANKULAATA was a month long event spread over 4 weekends that showcased the best of talent from all over Karnataka and beyond. The festival included Children's plays, experimental productions and very popular plays from our team – Mysooru Mallige and Gangavatharana. In addition to this the festival held thought provoking seminars and invigorating workshops by the elite of Theatre. This festival was conducted at HN Kalakshetra, which is one of the oldest and popular Theatre destinations of Bangalore. It's was a colorful affair that brought delight to the theatre lovers of Bangalore.
INAUGURATION
01 NOVEMBER 2014
MYSOORU MALLIGE
RANGASOURABHA
01 November 2014
DIRECTION
Rajendra Karanth
PLAYWRIGHT
Rajendra Karanth
The play takes the audience on a life journey of a poet with the poems of the celebrated poet, K S Narasimha Swamy. This play which has been performed more than 150 shows by different teams, has reached new heights in Kannada theatre. The soulfully rendered music, colourful lights and beautifully choreographed dances along with touching moments, will serve as a definite theatrical treat.
HALAGALI BEDARA DANGE
NAVODAYA
02 November 2014
DIRECTION
Poornachandra Tejaswi
PLAYWRIGHT
Hooli Shekhar
This play revolves around the life of tribals of halagali, who resisted the then sovereignty of the British in their own way. As a result, the british razed their entire village. This award winning play has been written by acclaimed playwright Hooli Shekhar.
EKALAVYA
LAVANYA (BYNDOOR)
08 November 2014
DIRECTION
Suresh Anagalli
PLAYWRIGHT
Dr. Siddalingaiah
Ekalavya's story is not just a story of sacrifice and bravery. In Dr. Siddhalingaih's eyes, the story becomes the reflection of the vast difference between the civilized and the uncivilized worlds. The play raises serious questions about the inequality and injustice towards the tribals.
AVANU GHAZAL AVALU SHAYARI
VASP
09 November 2014
DIRECTION
Vinay Shastry
PLAYWRIGHT
M C Mahesh
Avanu Ghazal Avalu Shayiri, is like a song that wafts through the wind from a window far away, and puts a smile on your face. The ingenious use of shayari and gazals in this play, gives it a unique identity, which is celebrated every moment of the play.
UNDADI GUNDA
GREEN ROOM
15 November 2014
DIRECTION
Bhargavi Narayan
PLAYWRIGHT
Parvata Vani
Gunda is a brat. He is a troublesome, yet a kind hearted boy. He informs one of his sister's suitors that his house is a hotel, in spite of his father, and madness follows. With Parvathavaani's funny dialogues and Bhargavi Narayan's able direction, this play is sure to tickle the funny bone.
BUDGANAADA
JANAPADARU (HOSAKOTE)
16 November 2014
DIRECTION
Suresh Vartur
PLAYWRIGHT
Dr. Balaguru Murthy
Janapadaru has been working tirelessly and silently for the past decade, celebrating folk culture. Budga Naada - is an unique experiment in Kannada theatre history. This play, what can be called as a folk visual poetry, is going to stun and surprise its audience who are bound by rules of civilization.
GANGAVATHARANA
RANGASOURABHA
23 November 2014
DIRECTION
Rajendra Karanth
PLAYWRIGHT
Rajendra Karanth
Gangavatarana- is a theatrical tribute to the life and work of the honoured poet D.R. Bendre. The play is a reflection of today's materialistic world and the man's struggle to be free from all. Mr. Karanth's thoughtful direction and some spectacular stage moments makes this a play a must watch.
