Theatre: A Man in Dark Times

Vismaya' presents 'A Man in Dark Times' in Bangalore

The English play authored by G.P. Deshpande, effectively portrays the conflict of thoughts and ideologies between an individual's values and principles and stringent group norms that try to smother his freedom of independent thinking. Multiple shades of an intellectual's character as seen though different glasses of the socio-cultural system become visible through various instances and circumstances as the sequence of the events unfolds.

The extent of attention and appeal that this play grabbed from the theatre community is evident from the fact that it got wide recognition in terms of its multilingual translations. It was staged by renowned individuals from the world of theatre within their own spheres of influence. Shriram Lagoo acted in the original Marathi play, whereas Om Puri and Nasiruddin Shah presented the in Hindi version of the same.

'Vismaya' members have had a long association with the theatre activities in Bangalore through closer interactions with well-known theatre groups. Vismaya represents a balanced formulation of expertise in different aspects of theatre like acting, production & direction, stagecraft, music and lights. A combination of veterans as well as young and enthusiastic individuals widens horizons for the group in terms of its sensitivity to a wide range of topics and thorough understanding of its presentation to its audiences.
In addition to providing entertainment to its audiences through various facets of the theatre, Vismaya has always believed in presenting thought provoking and socially relevant theatre work. The latest one is one more leap as a continuation of this conscious effort.

The play will be staged on Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 6.30 pm in Shivarathreeshwara Auditorium JSS Educational Institutes 8th Block Jayanagar.

Tickets are rated at Rs.49 flat.

For tickets & details contact: Anil Bokil (93412 33766) or Abhay Dixit (98440 34905).