A solo performance by Nisha Abdulla and directed by Ujwala Rao, Wepushthesky, invites the audience to listen to what lies beneath the surface. Opened in December 2022, the play has been performed at various venues in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Malappuram, and Kochi and will be performed for the first time at Ranga Shankara, J.P. Nagar, on Friday, September 1.
In this production by Qabila Collective, the protagonist weaves personal stories and community histories into a powerful account of friendships lost, found, and lasting. Amid loud and divisive political rhetoric, the play is an affirmation of one’s ability to forge belonging from the sharp edges of differences.
Speaking to The Hindu, Ujwala said that it aims to talk to people who are politically confused. “When we set out to do this play one conscious call we made was to keep the messaging of the play not political. The play aims to talk to people who are apolitical or politically confused, they feel something is wrong but don’t know why. We want to encourage the audience to not assume that this is something politically heavy for them to watch. The play is about stories of friendship and faith, and how the nature of friendships have changed in a polarising political climate. As a director what enthused me to make this play was that it is Nisha Abdulla the performer’s personal story, memories, and community experiences,” Ujwala said.
