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        રંગઘેલી
        Basement Theatre presentsરંગઘેલી

        રંગઘેલી

        A night with an anthology of one-act plays in Gujarati

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        Basement Theatre

        Lower Greys Avenue

        Auckland, New Zealand

        When

        Tue 16 Apr 2024 - Sat 20 Apr 2024

        Running Time

        75 minutes

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        Payment Options

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        Dive into the vibrant world of 'રંગઘેલી'—a mesmerizing journey through an anthology of one-act plays that unfolds in a 75-minute spectacle. Each play paints a unique canvas, showcasing distinct stories with their own compelling characters and settings.

        From laughter to tears, suspense to revelation, 'રંગઘેલી' weaves together a tapestry of emotions, delivering an unforgettable theatrical experience that transcends boundaries. Join us for a night filled with drama, laughter, and poignant moments—a celebration of the diverse hues that make up the rich tapestry of life on stage.


        Content warnings: We may use strobe light in one of the short plays, SFX of a car accident will be used in one of the short plays.


        Play 1: આર કે પાર
        Writer : Rupesh Parikh
        Director: Lajja Prajapati
        Cast: Shailesh Prajapati, Shweta Diwekar, Devang Chauhan, Lajja Prajapati 

        A couple in their fifties meets with an accident.
        Unknowing they both were dead, they tried to finish the unfinished chores of life, resulting in learning the Importance of the word "life"!

         

        Play 2: Waiting Room 
        Writer & Director: Gaurav Sawant
        Gujarati Translation: Rahul Redey
        Cast: Rahul Redey, Binita Redey
         
        In "Waiting Room," Hiren (66) encounters Leela (63) at a Gujarat railway station. Using humour to alter the mood, the drama heightens as the sound of an incoming train amplifies, leaving the audience engrossed in the unfolding mystery of their journeys to this meeting.

         

        Play 3: “હું રિન્કુ” – I’m Rinku… 
        Writer: Rupal Solanki & adaption of a story by Varsha Adalja
        Director: Rupal Solanki
        Cast: Rupal, Anuja, Chirag, Ronak, Abhay and others

        A Beautiful Day in the Life of 2 Women who Chose to Live a Simple Life Following their Routine Forgetting Their worries unaware of Their Surroundings; but if only life were that simple things would have been different - A Story that will shake your Emotions to change your view on Being Human
         

        Play 4: Gujarati title - અલ્પવિરામ-*Fragmented feeling*
        Writer: Meeta Somaiya
        Director: Shailesh Prajapati
        Cast: Shailesh Prajapati, Shweta Diwekar, Ekta Gajjar

         
        Synopsis: When a middle-aged man's heart chooses to take a new and slippery road to meet someone, that leads to something unknown and undefined.

         

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        Please arrive at least 15 minutes before show start time. Latecomers admitted into the theatre at Basement's discretion. No refunds will be given. 


        COVID-19 measures at Basement Theatre:

        - The Government mandates may be gone, but our frenemy COVID (and a bunch of other nasty flus) are still hanging around. Head HERE for the information on what to do if you're feeling unwell and have a ticket.