The two-day theatre festival organised by Hongirana, a theatre group in Shivamogga, received an impressive response from theatre theatre-lovers. On both days, the Kuvempu Ranga Mandira was packed.
The performance of Disha Ramesh and Megha Sameera in Kaniveya Haadu, the play staged on the second day, Wednesday, moved the audience. Based on South African Athol Fugard’s Valley Song, the play presents the story of a tenant farmer, Abraam Yongers, and her granddaughter, Veronica. While Veronica wants to sing songs on trains and travel, her grandfather wants to hear only rain, his home, and the local school. Veronica has big dreams, but her grandfather is not willing to let her chase them.
The music, songs, and performances of both actors kept the audience captivated. The costume, setting, and lighting added value to the production. The play has been translated into Kannada by Dr. Meeramurthy. Well-known director Dr. Sripad Bhat directed the play.
