The young aspirants of the city learned about the history and origin of theatre as a medium of entertainment. A daylong acting workshop was organised in city for the school students of scheduled caste and scheduled tribe.
The workshop was organised by Rangkirti Theatre Troupe on Tuesday, where in as many as 25 students participated. The workshop totally focused on the aspects of theatre and acting. The workshop was conducted by a young theatre artist Devanshi Sinha.
While conducting the workshop, Devanshi highlighted the history and origin of theatre. She said that it is believed that the concept of dramas and theatre was developed in India. From the ancient times, it is being practiced as a medium of entertainment. She further referred to the various examples and said that during old times people used to prepare some sort of act and used to display it during night among their tribe.
She then emphasized over the various genres of play originated and developed slowly and gradually. The participants were listening to her with rapt attention. They were informed about various facts which are related to theatre. Devanshi also highlighted about how theatre is becoming more contemporary and developed.
On the occasion, a young playwright of the city Anshpayan Sinha taught the students about the basic acting exercises to strengthen their acting foundation. They were told about the self consciousness and strengthen their concentration through sensory exercises.
later, Ansh along with the kids prepared a short play of Swacchta Abhiyan. It was a great fun for the participants as well as the theatre artists. Neeta Chowdhary director of Rangkirti organisation said that the aim of the workshop was to let children explore the theatre form. She also said that similar workshops will be conducted in future as well.