Dec 04 2024 to Dec 04 2024 5:30 p.m.

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Where

Freedom Park

Seshadri Road, Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru 560009

Event Description

Experience an unforgettable hour of rich and diverse Kannada theatre music—a journey tracing the arc of Indian theatre from its mid-20th-century golden age, inspired by the independence struggle, to the transformative late 1970s, when amateur theatre began to flourish in new and dynamic ways across India.
 
Guiding us on this evocative journey is the legendary B. Jayashree, an acclaimed theatre director whose captivating voice carries a unique blend of depth, wisdom, and warmth. Her performances illuminate the legacy of Kannada theatre, offering both a powerful tribute to its heritage and a vibrant celebration of its modern expressions.
 
Immerse yourself in this evening of soulful melodies and compelling storytelling, where each note echoes the history and spirit of Kannada theatre. These timeless tunes will transport you and reveal the essence of a world both profound and poetic.
 
About the Artist
 
B Jayashree started her theatre journey at age 4 in her grandfather, Kannada theatre legend Gubbi Veeranna’s “Gubbi Channa Basaveshwara Swamy Theatrical Company”.  
 
Later she joined the National School of Drama, New Delhi, and graduated in 1973. Gubbi Company and NSD not only provided her with education but also helped her to gain valuable life lessons in the process. The informal means of interaction and learning served as a basic block for her future. In her 68 years of theatre, B Jayashree has a versatile experience working with directors like Ebrahim Alkazi, B.V. Karanth, N. S. Venkataram, and Prasanna among others. She has acted and directed close to 100 plays in Kannada, Hindi, English, and Konkani.