Jun 19 2025 to Jun 19 2025 7 p.m.

Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

Ever felt trapped by unchosen rules? Silenced your voice because “that’s how it’s done”? What if your nods and obedience weren’t entirely yours?

It Is You invites you to explore beyond roles, rituals, and language. This 60-minute immersive experience follows a carefully crafted narrative—two figures, trained in Kalakshetra (Manipur), Koodiyattam, and contemporary movement, embark on a journey of tension and harmony. Yet within this structure, there’s no fixed meaning. Through movement and a layered, resonant soundscape, you become the co-creator, weaving your emotions and memories into their story.

Without spoken words, the piece lives in the space between the performers’ intent and your introspection.

Written by Vivek Vijayakumaran
Created, Devised and Performed by Pangambam Tyson Meitei & Vivek Vijayakumaran
Duration : 65 Min
Music : Chaoba Thiyam
Music Operated : Abhitej Gupta
Light Design and Execution  : Arun DT
Costume Design : Aastha
Costume Realisation : Aloka Dsouza
Marketing and Publicity : Swati Shukla & Gana
Produced by Our Theatre Collective, Bangalore in collaboration with Kalakshetra Manipur

Special Thanks

Rukmini Iyer, Ima Sabitri, Heisnam Tomba, Abhitej Gupta,Laxmi Priya, Sachin Ravindran, Sachin Gurjalee, Garima Mishra, Nitin Sharma, Veena Basavarajaiah, Apoorva Arthur, Ajiithlal, Sreehari Ajith, Leya Mammen, Suranjay Patil, Khumukcham Rahul, Lanchingba Laishram, Chanakya Vyas, and Infinite Souls Farm and Artists Retreat

 Supported by:

Performers

Vivek Vijayakumaran
Theatre Artist
Vivek Vijayakumaran is a versatile theatre artist whose career spanning over 15 years encompasses acting, directing, training and innovative theatre-making.A recipient of the prestigious INLAKS India Theatre Award (2012), he has trained under legendary masters including Padma Bhushan Heisnam Kanhailal, Guru G. Venu, and at Italy’s renowned Workcenter of Jerzy Grotowski and Thomas Richards.

His acclaimed production BHIMA represented India at Colombo’s International Theatre Festival (2016) and META 2017. His diverse acting repertoire spans from Girish Karnad’s Yayati and Bali – The Sacrifice to recent works in Jhund, Adhura, The Quest, and in the award-winning Malayalam film debut PADA.  As director, his recent works include Imagine a Room and children’s play Just Hiss.

Recognized by Forbes India (2015) among “12 boundary-pushing theatre innovators,” Vivek currently serves as Artistic Director of Our Theatre Collective, overseeing Bangalore’s Our Theatre Studio – a vibrant space dedicated to experimental performance and rigorous theatre training.

Pangambam Tyson Meitei
Theatre Artist & Trainer
Pangambam Tyson Meitei is a dedicated theatre artist and trainer specializing in physical and vocal acting at Kalakshetra Manipur (KKM), where he also assists with theatrical management. Since beginning his career in 2008, he has immersed himself in the Gurukul tradition of Kalakshetra, receiving intensive training from Heisnam Sabitri and other KKM masters including Heisnam Tomba, A. Upendra, S. Brojen, and G. Koken.

A veteran of numerous international workshops, Tyson has participated in every Kalakshetra Manipur Expo-Cum-Workshop across Northeast India and Dhaka under legendary mentors Padma Bhushan Heisnam Kanhailal and Padma Shri Sabitri. His notable performances include Samnadraba Mami (2009) directed by Heisnam Tomba.

Tyson brings a unique blend of performance and training experience, having attended the 2012 Masterclass with international artists, coordinated and performed in the 2014 International Theatre Encounter, and led workshops across India, positioning him as a key link between Kalakshetra’s tradition and modern practice.