Chennai-based theatre group stages Vaikom Basheer’s stories in Shivamogga
The Chennai-based theatre group Perch performed 'Under the Mangosteen Tree' in Shivamogga, a play based on the short stories of Malayalam writer Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. The production was noted for its unique narrative style, which features the author himself as the central narrator.
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The Chennai-based theatre group Perch staged “Under the Mangosteen Tree,” a play based on the short stories of celebrated Malayalam writer Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, at Shivamogga Rangayana here on Wednesday. The little over two-hour play left the audience impressed, thanks to its script, narration, skilful acting and stage presentation of the stories.
The article is a cultural report describing a theatrical performance with no political or social bias.
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