Details

Womanly Voices weaves together three stories by prominent Indian writers to create a dynamic theatrical experience revealing the heart of the real India. Utran (Hand Me Downs) by Wajeda Tabassum tells the story of the relationship between two young girls that are raised equal but not born equal. Chamki has always being given her friend, Pasha's hand-me-downs - a constant reminder of her social position, until one day Chamki discovers a way to rectify the imbalance. Shishu (Pupil) by acclaimed Bengali writer Mahashweta Devi, brings to the fore the voice of the marginalized. A relief officer is posted to a rural village in Bihar where he is struck by the intense poverty that is crushing the community's spirit to near sub-human level. Gita Mehta's The Teacher's Story is the story of Sengupta, a frustrated music teacher, struggling to make a living and constantly being nagged by his wife and children. However, a chance meeting with a blind boy blessed with 'the voice of an angel' rekindles his dreams and ambitions. The Teacher's Story is a tale of greed, jealousy and madness set in the world of Sufi music.

Cast/Performers

Ira Dubey, Neha Dubey

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Wajeda Tabassum, Mahashweta Devi, Gita Mehta
Company: Primetime Theatre Company (India)
Director: Lillete Dubey