Basheer’s world to come alive on stage in Kottayam
The Chennai-based theatre group Perch is bringing its production 'Under the Mangosteen Tree' to Kottayam. The play is inspired by the literary works of Vaikom Muhammad Basheer.
Why it matters
It showcases the preservation and promotion of regional literature through contemporary performing arts.
Perch, a Chennai-based theatre group, will bring its production Under the Mangosteen Tree to Kottayam on Friday as part of its farewell tour.
Inspired by the works of Malayalam writer Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, the play explores his distinctive world of humour, tenderness and deeply human stories.
The play will be staged at Mammen Mappillai Hall at 6.30 p.m. on Friday. The production is being presented in Kottayam by The Purple Crayons.
Tickets and further details are available at https://thepurplecrayons.com/products/under-the-mangosteen-tree-by-perch?variant=46950982582470
Published - September 07, 2026 09:19 pm IST
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