Presentation of nationally acclaimed production Jasma Odan  on My 28

Chandigarh, May 27, 2023: Department of Indian Theatre, Panjab University, Chandigarh in collaboration with Department of Cultural Affairs Chandigarh Administration is going to present the nationally acclaimed production JASMA ODAN written by Shanta Gandhi. The play is Designed and Directed by Dr. Navdeep Kaur, Chairperson of the Department of Indian Theatre, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 
 
 
While talking to the media the Director, Dr. Navdeep kaur said that theatre is a vital part of every culture in the world. Performed on-stage for the audience, theatre is the real-time expression of art that is both purposeful and entertaining therefore the significance of theatre in the cultural landscape is not only important but necessary.  The story telling is woven with songs, dance and music that is rooted in incidents, festivals and events derived from traditional texts, Culture and customs from the specific region. This production is based on BHAVAI, the Traditional theatre form of Gujarat.
 
Director of the play Dr. Navdeep Kaur is constantly working with the traditional forms and  exploring the ways to bridge the gap between our roots and modern sensibilities through theatre. She explained that the search of new theatre language in modern times can not be completed without looking back and taking inspirations from the past. 
 
 Music being an integral part of this production is designed by Dr. Tejinder Singh, Asst. Director, Dept of Youth Welfare, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 
All the Actors participating in this production are trained from Department of Indian Theatre, Panjab University, Chandigarh. 
 
 
The show is on 28th May 2023. 
Timing - 6:30PM
Venue - Tagore Theatre,(Main Auditorium)Sec - 18, Chandigarh.