Spring Production of 'Charandas the Thief' Next Week
The Cambridge School of Weston (CSW) welcomes the acclaimed theatre director Robin Das, of the National School of Drama in New Delhi, India, as a visiting theatre teacher and director of the school's spring production of the classic Indian play "Charandas Chor (Charandas the Thief)," previewing on April 18, with performances on April 19-21 at 7:30 p.m. in the school's Robin Wood Theatre.
The Cambridge School of Weston (CSW) welcomes the acclaimed theatre director Robin Das, of the National School of Drama in New Delhi, India, as a visiting theatre professor to direct the school's spring production of the classic Indian play "Charandas Chor (Charandas the Thief)," previewing on April 18, with performances on April 19-21 at 7:30 p.m. in the school's Robin Wood Theatre.
"Charandas Chor" is written by popular Indian playwright Habib Tanvir in 1975 and is based upon an Indian folktale. It is a large-cast play with music and dance. Focusing on the adventures of a thief who cannot tell a lie, this comic morality tale draws heavily on Sanskrit Literary and Performance Tradition. CSW students incorporate elements of American culture to re-tell the story as it relates to current American politics and modern relationships.
"Charandas Chor" is written by popular Indian playwright Habib Tanvir in 1975 and is based upon an Indian folktale. It is a large-cast play with music and dance. Focusing on the adventures of a thief who cannot tell a lie, this comic morality tale draws heavily on Sanskrit Literary and Performance Tradition. CSW students incorporate elements of American culture to re-tell the story as it relates to current American politics and modern relationships.
Visiting professor Das is one of the most prominent directors of contemporary Indian theatre. His career spans nearly four decades. His frequent travels have taken him to Warsaw, Poland; Canada; and all over India to direct short-term theatre workshops. The National Academy of Music, Dance and Drama awarded him for having a significant influence on the development of stage design in India.
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