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Rehearsals for Play – ‘Old World’

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Theatre Artist found Rehearsing in Vidhyabhawan Auditorium for the upcoming play ‘Old World

Bhupesh Kumar Pandya, a name that does not need any introduction, is in Udaipur these days. After taking the workshop in june’12 , he has given an opportunity to Udaipur Artist to work under him in a play ‘Old World’ written by Alexei Arbuzov & translated in hindi by Dr. B. Safadia. “Play ‘Old World’ is a touching story of hope & compassion, with gentle hints of humor, providing that love can blossom in the most unlikely places. This play offers the perfect balance and can be enjoyed by theatre goers, young and old” says Mr. Pandya.

Graduated from the National School of Drama, New Delhi; Mr. Pandya has conducted workshops of puppetry, song and street play workshops for school teachers, theatre workshops for children with disabilities. He has also worked in many films including the latest hit flick Vicky Donor (Chaman), Hazaron Khwahishein Aisi, Gandhi to Hitler (Neta Ji Bose), Dussehara and Jeet and Serials which includes Kyunki Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai, Hitler Didi, Kabhi Aaye Na Judaai, Gali Gali Sim SIm, Juniro G, Circus, India’s Most Wanted, Ehsaan, and many more. He has also done voice over for Pahunchaaye Apki Awaz Ap Tak Aaj Tak, Aaj Tak Channel and have an experience of 7 years in All India Radio.

Shivraj Sonwal, Asst. Director of the play & Mahesh Ameta, Production Manager says “It’s a wonderful experience working with Bhuesh Pandya & we are also learning new trends & techniques brought by him” they added “ This play promises a heart warming poignant performances with a pleasant balance of wit and charm brought to life by the characters Dr. Rodio & Lydia”.

Supported by Ministry of Culture, Delhi ; everybody is invited to the show on 4th & 5th Aug. 2012 at Vidhyabhawan Auditorium, Udaipur, 7pm in the evening. Entry is free.

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Maestro-an Acting Workshop in Udaipur from 20th June

Theatre is regarded as the first step to achieve a full-fledged and a successful acting career, the aspiring actors go in for theatre not only to improve but to enhance their acting skills. It teaches them to present live performances in order to depict the experience of a real or imagined event in presence of a live audience.

The skill of theatre acting is this time being imparted by a workshop called THE MAESTRO to be organized in our Lakecity by Nadbramha to impart the more comprehensive art-process of communicating and interpreting meanings through theatre having their motto as “It’s not about name, fame, money or hobby classes but its all about ACTING” which itself describes what this workshop wishes to achieve. The workshop will be covering the following points so that our young artists can understand the art of theatre in a better way:

  • An introduction to what is acting all about?
  • Definition and origin of acting
  • Who is a actor and what are the tools of an actor in order to grasp the attention of the audience
  • Becoming a better actor through observation, imagination and relaxation
  • Teaching them about the importance of music in acting and also the backstage activities as well
  • How to have a diction and analysis of script
  • Improving their reading skills, body language and self confidence
  • Also includes the various folk styles, puppet making and manipulation
  • Effective use of costumes, properties and make-up
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The organisers will be providing highly qualified and experienced teaching faculties to their students for their best development and grooming as an actor. A brief introduction of the faculties for the aspiring students of the workshop to know them better goes like this:

1.     MR. BHUPESH KUMAR PANDYA

Graduated from the National School of Drama, New Delhi; Mr. Pandya has conducted workshops of puppetry, song and street play workshops for school teachers, theatre workshops for children with disabilities. He has also worked in many films including the latest hit flick Vicky Donor, Hazaron Khwahishein Aisi, Dussehara and Jeet and Serials which includes Circus, India’s Most Wanted, Ehsaan, Kabhi aaye na Judaai and Kyunki Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai. He has also done voice over for Pahunchaaye Apki Awaz Ap Tak Aaj Tak, Aaj Tak Channel and have an experience of 7 years in All India Radio.

2.     MR. SHIVRAJ SONWAL

Mr. Sonwal is a Multi-dimensional and versatile personality who has worked with various legendary directors including Mr. Qayyum Ali Bohra, Mr. Rizwan Zaheer Usman and Mr. Deepak Dixit, etc. From past 5 years has directed 12 plays and all were successful and appreciated. His other productions are Dard Ek shahar Ka, Court Martial, Ajanmi Duniya, Savdhan! Hum Aatmahatya Karte hai…., Hawaalat, Rahogi Tum Vahi…!, Roti ka Jaal, Bechari Aatma and Mughlon ne saltanat baksh di.

3.     MR. MAHESH AMETA

He has been trained under India’s Best Theatre Directors Mr. Bhanu Bharti, Mr. Vagish kumar, Miss Rita Ganguly, Mr. Subba Rao and Mr. Ashok Bantiya and has got trained on make-up, lights, backstage, costumes and property.

4.     MR. DEEPAK DIXIT

He has directed many plays namely Tenali Ram, Fatichaar Joote, Kaya Kalp, Andher Nagari, Mahaveer ang Gaj Moti and has conducted many theatre workshops for The Study School, Kendruya Vidhyalaya, ALok School, Central Academy and Sangeet Natak Academy (Rajasthan) and has also acted in 6 films and 5 TV. Serials .

5.     MR. PRAMOD MOUTHO

The Chanakya and Khalnayak fame Mr. Moutho will be accompanying the other faculties as a guest faculty at the workshop.

The event is designed and coordinated by The Managers, and supported by Karmashram and Ashraya. The workshop will be conducted at Pacific Campus, Chitrakut Nagar which will be starting on 20th June to 30th June, 2012; forms of the same to be submitted by 19th June. Age Limit of the Would-be actors is 14 years and above. So, all the young and talented Udaipies buckle up and get ready to start your journey of becoming a STAR.

For any sort of inquiry or procuring forms for the workshop, you can contact the following:

  • Karmashram, 1-kha-26, “Ratandeep”, opp. Digambar Jain Temple. H.M. Sec 4, Udaipur
  • The Managers, 597, Bhupalpura Math, St. Pauls School road, Udaipur