BE YOURSELF

BE YOURSELF

Adapted from The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen
Performed by: Ishara Puppet Theatre Group

Join us under the open sky at the Triveni Amphitheatre for our Chalo Bachpan Children’s Festival from October 9th–11th!

Ishara brings Hans Christian Andersen's timeless tale to life as a spectacular and dazzling puppet experience. We have all grown up hearing this children’s story, and at times even experienced the same. You don’t understand me,” said the duckling. “We don’t understand you? Who can understand you, I wonder?” You are different from us, you are ugly” said the others to him. “I believe I must go out into the world again,” said the duckling. And so he does, to discover his true worth.

On his journey the duckling encounters many characters, animals and birds that are so very different from him. He tries to be like them, but each time fails and is shamed, confronted by colour, society, pride, caste; which each of the characters embody. Eventually he grows in a beautiful bird and takes flight, realizing that the beauty we all look for is only skin deep. In Ishara’s magical show, each puppets / animals are made from regional textiles of India. These shall be displayed with information, as you walk into the theatre. Audiences discover the true meaning of inner beauty, in this engaging and one of a kind show. Remember never to judge a book by its cover.

 

THE ISHARA PUPPET THEATRE TRUST has created many pioneering, innovative & award winning shows that have educated, enriched, entertained & transformed artists & audiences alike worldwide. Established by DADI D. PUDUMJEE, one of India’s foremost & innovative puppeteers, Ishara is known as the country’s leading established platform for Indian & International puppetry. Through their puppetry work, Ishara has brought many serious social issues to the forefront. For his work, Mr. Pudumjee has been bestowed with numerous accolades including the Padma Shri in 2011. Mr Pudumjee has also been the President of UNIMA (Union International dela Marionette), the world puppet organization.


Duration: 45 minutes
Recommended: Ages 8+

Direction: Dadi D. Pudumjee
Language: English
Script: Shankhajeet De
Music: Deepak Castelino
Medium: Puppets, Actors
Puppets & Props: Made by the Ishara Team