Actors tread upon the boards and emotions entwine with the whispers of poetry. There also exists a perennial yearning for fresh manifestations of the timeless classics. Amidst this longing, one fervently calls for an upsurge of stage adaptations of the formidable tragedy that is Macbeth. City-based theatre ensemble, Canopy Theatre and Storyboard Productions are coming together with the Telugu adaptation of the Shakespearean read.
The stage will grace the incantations and malevolent dance of this Scottish play adapted and written by Mohammad Rafi Shaik. In his forthcoming 1-hour-45-minute stage adaptation of Macbeth, director Eugien Jos Chirammel in a daring endeavour, seamlessly weaves his interpretation of tragedy with the concept of the Holy Mass. A revered sacrament in Christian liturgy, it will bind the characters’ struggles and moral dilemmas. Within the show, artistes will also include female characters who wield their influence with beguiling potency.
From the enigmatic witches to the indomitable Lady Macbeth, the steadfast Lady Macduff, and the valiant Fife Captain, the women of Macbeth shall take the spotlight with a blend of strength, ambition, and resolve.
“They challenge traditional gender roles, defying societal expectations. My portrayal breathes life into these convoluted women, allowing their voices to reverberate throughout the performance — their presence is both commanding and captivating,” Eugien tells us.
Furthermore, in a bold departure from the original play, his stage adaptation welcomes a refreshing reinterpretation of the character, Fife Captain, portrayed by the talented Pavani Sanga. “By casting a woman in this traditional male role, I aim to infuse the production with a twist while revising the character’s presence, ” he adds.
`350. July 1 & 2. 7.30 pm. At Rangbhoomi Spaces and Events, Gachibowli.