The Reviving Theatre Tradition In Manipur

By Staff

Thursday, February 5, 2009, 16:23

A state with rich traditions and classic art forms, Manipur always remain as a centre of attraction for aestheticians. The rich tradition of theatre has always been considered as a medium to highlight major burning social issues and to create awareness in the society. The Manipuri drama artists could even compete with the best at the international level at many instances.

The standard of production in the Manipuri theatres are higher day by day. That enabled many Manipuri directors to gain attention even in international arena. The present trend is at par with other theatre groups at national and international-level.

Even though the state doesn't have much privilege in theatres, the State Kala Academy is eager to conduct theatre festivals to promote their rich tradition. Such festivals always provide a common platform for all the playwrights, directors, actors, and designers of Manipur to meet, exchange ideas, views and interact with each other.

The latest hit among Manipui theatre is "The Tigress Story" written by writer and dramatist Dario Fo staged by the Dramatic Education Artistic Labour Reparatory Theatre, Langjing. AGNCIES