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BRICS Theatre Festival: Fire-Breathing Puppets Wow Audiences!
19 Oct
Summary
- BRICS Theatre Festival showcased 11 plays from nine nations.
- Puppets breathing fire and masked dances captivated attendees.
- Artists highlighted theatre's role in human connection beyond words.
The BRICS Theatre Festival, held from October 12 to 14 under the theme 'Shared Stories, Shared Futures,' successfully brought together diverse theatrical traditions. The event inaugurated by the Minister of Culture and Tourism featured 11 plays from nine countries, including India, Russia, and Vietnam, alongside academic discussions.
A Russian puppet show mesmerized audiences with a spectacular display, including puppets that appeared to breathe fire. Complementing this, a Thai Khon masked dance-drama and an Indonesian play addressing environmental concerns were also presented. These performances aimed to encourage future cultural collaborations and understanding.
Reflecting on the festival's impact, South African artists noted that they could understand stories even in foreign languages, praising the performers' use of body language. The festival underscored theatre's unique ability to connect people, fostering empathy and human connection beyond mere words, a sentiment particularly relevant in an age of increasing artificial intelligence.
The festival concluded on October 14 with a production honoring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The event aimed to showcase the rich diversity of theatrical traditions and contemporary issues faced by participating nations.
