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Sun 1 Oct, 7 pm
Tickets: £13 / Concessions* £11 / Group (x4) £44
In blending the mythic with the modern, ‘Gandhari’ presents a deep dive into the legacy of the Mahabharata’s formidable, melancholy matriarch.
Choosing to blindfold herself in solidarity with her husband- the blind King Dhritirasthra -Gandhari makes a decision that, in time, will cost her everything.
Along the way, we are introduced to the lives of three contemporary women, now struggling with motherhood, womanhood, and the ways in which they too, have chosen to metaphorically blind themselves. Each scene, whether poetic or modern, offers a direct parallel to some part of Gandhari’s story, in an attempt to ask, what is the relevance of this mother’s tragedy today?
RUNNING TIME: 60 Mins
Supported by Joy Of Drama
There is no age restriction, although the material does deal with adult themes.
*Includes: OAP/Under 16/In receipt of Benefits/Students/Those in Full-Time Education
About Joy of Drama
Joy Of Drama is an organization based in New Delhi, dedicated to helping children, young adults and teachers to develop intelligence, life skills and performance skills through drama.
