Regional theatre in India
encompasses all the regional flavour of the Indian states.
The multilingual aspect of India's poetic articulation amidst Indian theatre,
have been severely appreciated by people around the country. Diverse culture,
varied religion and most importantly the multi-dimensional nature of Indian
language has played a great role in shaping up India's rich heritage and
culture. The fusion of different Indian language and the union of varied Indian
traditions from different region have enriched India's ethnicity in quite a
large way since the remote past. India, as a multilingual and multi religious
state cannot be allied with one particular kind of trend and aspect in its
theatres and dramas. This is the reason why the deep fervor of Bengali theatre has
gelled well with the passion of Hindi Manipuri, Kannada and Marathi theatre and
has given birth to a whole new concept of "Indian theatre".
It is right after the independence of India, Indian theatre in different Indian
languages and regions developed as an important element in taking theatre to
the further level of maturity.
Malayalam
Theatre, Gujarati Theatre, Kannada Theatre all
has its roots associated with the British rule as the seed of the contemporary
drama in India was sown during that era. Bengali theatre started with an
intention of private entertainment however gradually it became the weapon to
illustrate the dislikes and frustration of the British imperialism in India. As
an art form Bengali theatre has its roots associated with the British Raj.
Although started as private entertainment in the early 19th century Bengali
theatre gradually became not only an eminent art form but also started playing
the major role in illustrating the discomforts of the administration of British Empire in
India. The year was 1947 and the day was 15th August - Indian Independence Day. To know more read:
