A lecture on World Theatre Day held on Tuesday at Swaraj Bhawan. The World Theatre Day is observed on March 27 every year and was established in the year 1962 by the International Theatre Institute.
Noted Hindi poet and writer Rajesh Joshi, theatre artists Sanjay Mehta and Saroj Sharma presented their view points on ‘lack of Communication has stopped the flow of dramas in theatre industry’.
The programme was organized by Kala Samay organization, Bhopal.
While addressing the listeners, Rajesh Joshi while sharing his view points’ said that the originality of theatres, the real ‘Natak’ has disappeared in present times.
While a noted theatre artist of the city Saroj Sharma also highlighted major points under this topic. He said that it is required to take up the challenges to bring out talents in theatres. He further said the westernization in theatre dramas has somehow shadowed the traditional form of theatres. The message which is given out to the theatre goers is sometimes not expressed clearly.
Another aspect on which the guests spoke about is the theatre education. The incorporation of theatre education in academics could also enhance the skills of the young generation.
Further, Sanjay Mehta and Saroj Sharma also recited poetries which are based on theatres and have been included in many dramas and stage shows.
Quoting the old theatre personalities the speakers also threw light on modern and traditional theatre industry and the choice of audience as well. Many theatre goers and artists were present at the programme and listened to the speakers eagerly. Further, Santosh Choubey conducted the programme.