This bilingual play reimagines the Mahabharata in contemporary Britain. It explores curiosity, identity, love, transformation, and belonging

Curiosity, Love and Transformation: Amba & Bhishma

Doors 7.00pm Start 7.30pm

Bangla/English | 60+ minutes I 12+

Synopsis : Curiosity, love, and transformation are key themes of this production. Amba and Bhishma reimagine the Mahabharata within contemporary Britain. It looks at how curiosity can shape identity, love, and justice. The narrative centres on the unspoken love between Amba and Bhishma. Bhishma’s rejection of Amba reflects societal marginalisation. This drives Amba towards a need for control and a radical transformation into a transgender man. This is the way to challenge rigid binaries. However, the play highlights that transformation alone cannot heal inner grief. True wholeness requires vulnerability and confronting past wounds. Meanwhile, Bhishma embodies the high cost of unquestioned loyalty. Adherence to rigid vows rises above justice and compassion.

This is a bilingual performance in English and Bangla. It features young people, and serves as a dialogue between ancient myth and modern experience. It urges the audience to stay curious. To keep questioning how past stories illuminate our present world.

About the company : Bangla Movement Theatre (BMT) aims to identify and develop innovative performing arts opportunities. These align with Dr Mukid Choudhury’s distinctive BMT arts practice.

Artists : Mausumi Samanta, Partha Sarathi Ray, Dr Sutapa Dhar, Sunzid Kabir Sany, Tahira Zinnia, Sadia Saba, Abu Sufian, Saikat Dutta, Epi Deb Sarker, Zaeem Khondokar

Written & Directed : Dr Mukid Choudhury.

Design : Shahab Ahmed Bachchu.

English Narration : Dr Hasneen Choudhury.

Martial Arts : Abu Sufian & Sayeed Hamid.

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