'Theatre of the Earth' begins
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, March 27, 2014:
'International Encounter: Exposition of Theatre of the Earth," a four-day-long special international programme on theatrical performances and discussion on theatrical arts commenced from yesterday at the Court Room of Manipur University, Canchipur.
The international event is being organised by the Kalakshetra, Manipur Univesrity, Jawaharlal Nehru Manipuri Dance Academy and State Art & Culture Department.
The inaugural function of the festival was attended by Emeritus Professor of Theatre, Wales University, UK Prof Richard Gough as Chief Guest and Vice-Chancellor of Manipur University Prof HNK Sarma as President, while eminent theatre scholar Samik Bandopadhay attended as Guest of Honour.
Theatre personalities and 16 different scholars in the field from abroad are taking part in the programme.
Two each from South Africa, Israel, Indonesia, Netherland and US, one each from UK and Spain and three from German are among the participants.
In addition, around 10 theatre personalities from other States of India and another 10 from Manipur are also taking part in the event.
A series of plays produced by Kalakshetra, Manipur would be staged during the programme.