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Manipuri theatre artistes raise issues of social importance
by LCK Singh Imphal:
Theatre art has been known for raising current issues and creating social awareness
among people through entertainment. In Manipur, theatre artistes are highlighting
current issues. This was witnessed recently on the occasion of World Theatre Day
2009 here, which was organised by Theatre Centre in partnership with the Public
Theatre Artiste Association and Manipur State Kala Academy at Nambol Phoijing
to promote and encourage the art form. "Our feelings and thoughts are suppressed
within ourselves. And in the process, we tend to take the wrong path. Through
the medium of theatre, we get a platform to express ourselves. It provides a way
to depict the truth of the society," said Domorendro Akham, Theatre Director.
On this occasion, theatre artists staged the play "Sharen Sha" which showcased
the rich cultural heritage of the state. Theatre artists said that they were also
working towards bringing peace, harmony and understanding in the region through
their plays. "Through theatre we can showcase our state's rich culture and tradition.
We have been encouraged by our elders to join theatre as theatre is being highly
appreciated in the state," said A. Inaomacha Singh, one of the artistes. "We are
depicting all the incidences occurring in Manipur and trying to help in bringing
some solutions to the ongoing problems. Our aim is to reach to the greater masses
by imparting such messages," said L. Bembem Devi, another artiste. Theatre movement
has gained strength over time and has become significant in the state. Now there
are more than 100 Theatre centres affiliated with the Theatre Centre in Manipur
providing opportunities to the youth. The state is playing a major role in promoting
its unique theatre forms in contemporary theatre both nationally as well as internationally.
-Apr
24, 2009
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