Dramanon
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Dramanon is an English theatre group that operates out of three cities in India: Manipal
, Bangalore
and Hyderabad. The three chapters of Dramanon are well integrated and enjoy a strong collaborative bond apart from a common origin.
Established in 1991 by Dr. Sripathi Rao, currently the Dean of Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
, Dramanon was founded to address the need for a common platform where the diverse student body of Manipal meets to commune, express and share.
Through varied pursuits - play reading, acting workshops, script writing workshops and performances, Dramanon grew organically into its founding vision - an informal, unofficial theatre group that brought the students and faculty members of MAHE (Manipal Academy of Higher Education, now known as Manipal University), together in a creative endeavor.
Re-energized in 2000 by R.K. Shenoy, Professor of Architecture
from Manipal Institute of Technology
(MIT), Dramanon grew in number and strength from there on into a vibrant, young theatre group that stages two productions every year to packed houses. Grooming student actors, directors, stage managers and designers, with every passing year, Dramanon Manipal has staged 20 productions till date.
The Cactus Flower, Man in the Bowler Hat, Lithuania, Comic Potential, The Mousetrap, Yes Minister, A year in the Death of Eddie Jester, The New York Story, Black Adder, Fools, The Good Doctor, Love Sex & the IRS, Witness for the Prosecution, The Foreigner, That Darn Plot & Can't Pay! Won't Pay! are some of the productions staged by Dramanon Manipal.
In 2007, the student alumni of Dramanon, Manipal, helped Dramanon spread its wings by establishing chapters in Bangalore and Hyderabad. Both these chapters are run by a bunch of theatre-crazy professionals whose ‘theatre time’ is a post-work-to-wee-hours-into-the-night endeavor.
Dramanon Bangalore has managed to carve a niche for itself among the young theatre-goers in Bangalore. They perform regularly at the Ranga Shankara
and Alliance française
, Bangalore’s premier theatre venues. Some of their recent plays are The Original Last Wish Baby, Pizzazz, Alarms & Excursions, [SIC] & Elling.
Dramanon Hyderabad has found a unique voice in Hyderabad’s English theatre circles. Collaborating with other prominent English theatre groups, It has played a pivotal role in creating an audience for English theatre in Hyderabad. Some of their recent plays include Fools, The Good Doctor, Doubles and Pizzazz,6 & Can't Pay, Won't Pay. 6 is Dramanon's first original play and it comprises six short stories.
Dramanon was touted by India Today
as one of the emerging young English theatre troupes in India. On March 27, 2010, Dramanon celebrated its 10th anniversary by staging COMIKAZE, a theater festival at Manipal.
Manipal
Manipal is a university town situated in the state of Karnataka in India. It is a suburb within Udupi city and is administered by Udupi City Municipality. It is located in the rocky hinterland of the Malabar Coast of south west India, about 8 km from the Arabian Sea...
, Bangalore
Bangalore
Bengaluru , formerly called Bengaluru is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Bangalore is nicknamed the Garden City and was once called a pensioner's paradise. Located on the Deccan Plateau in the south-eastern part of Karnataka, Bangalore is India's third most populous city and...
and Hyderabad. The three chapters of Dramanon are well integrated and enjoy a strong collaborative bond apart from a common origin.
Established in 1991 by Dr. Sripathi Rao, currently the Dean of Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Manipal
Manipal is a university town situated in the state of Karnataka in India. It is a suburb within Udupi city and is administered by Udupi City Municipality. It is located in the rocky hinterland of the Malabar Coast of south west India, about 8 km from the Arabian Sea...
, Dramanon was founded to address the need for a common platform where the diverse student body of Manipal meets to commune, express and share.
Through varied pursuits - play reading, acting workshops, script writing workshops and performances, Dramanon grew organically into its founding vision - an informal, unofficial theatre group that brought the students and faculty members of MAHE (Manipal Academy of Higher Education, now known as Manipal University), together in a creative endeavor.
Re-energized in 2000 by R.K. Shenoy, Professor of Architecture
Architecture
Architecture is both the process and product of planning, designing and construction. Architectural works, in the material form of buildings, are often perceived as cultural and political symbols and as works of art...
from Manipal Institute of Technology
Manipal Institute of Technology
The Manipal Institute of Technology is a constituent institution of the Manipal University that specializes in the fields of engineering and technology. MIT contains 16 academic departments, and awards undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees...
(MIT), Dramanon grew in number and strength from there on into a vibrant, young theatre group that stages two productions every year to packed houses. Grooming student actors, directors, stage managers and designers, with every passing year, Dramanon Manipal has staged 20 productions till date.
The Cactus Flower, Man in the Bowler Hat, Lithuania, Comic Potential, The Mousetrap, Yes Minister, A year in the Death of Eddie Jester, The New York Story, Black Adder, Fools, The Good Doctor, Love Sex & the IRS, Witness for the Prosecution, The Foreigner, That Darn Plot & Can't Pay! Won't Pay! are some of the productions staged by Dramanon Manipal.
In 2007, the student alumni of Dramanon, Manipal, helped Dramanon spread its wings by establishing chapters in Bangalore and Hyderabad. Both these chapters are run by a bunch of theatre-crazy professionals whose ‘theatre time’ is a post-work-to-wee-hours-into-the-night endeavor.
Dramanon Bangalore has managed to carve a niche for itself among the young theatre-goers in Bangalore. They perform regularly at the Ranga Shankara
Ranga Shankara
Ranga Shankara is one of Bangalore's best known theatres. It is located in the south Bangalore area of J.P Nagar and is run by the Sanket Trust...
and Alliance française
Alliance française
The Alliance française , or AF, is an international organisation that aims to promote French language and culture around the world. created in Paris on 21 July 1883, its primary concern is teaching French as a second language and is headquartered in Paris -History:The Alliance was created in Paris...
, Bangalore’s premier theatre venues. Some of their recent plays are The Original Last Wish Baby, Pizzazz, Alarms & Excursions, [SIC] & Elling.
Dramanon Hyderabad has found a unique voice in Hyderabad’s English theatre circles. Collaborating with other prominent English theatre groups, It has played a pivotal role in creating an audience for English theatre in Hyderabad. Some of their recent plays include Fools, The Good Doctor, Doubles and Pizzazz,6 & Can't Pay, Won't Pay. 6 is Dramanon's first original play and it comprises six short stories.
Dramanon was touted by India Today
India Today
India Today is an Indian weekly news magazine published by Living Media India Limited, in publication since 1975 based in Mumbai. India Today is also the name of its sister-publication in Hindi...
as one of the emerging young English theatre troupes in India. On March 27, 2010, Dramanon celebrated its 10th anniversary by staging COMIKAZE, a theater festival at Manipal.
External links
- Official website
- http://www.deccanherald.com/content/Oct122007/metro2007101130005.asp
- http://bangalore.citizenmatters.in/articles/view/510-theatre-dramanon
- http://www.dc-epaper.com/DC/DCB/2009/01/11/ArticleHtmls/11_01_2009_105_001.shtml
- http://www.deccanherald.com/Content/May152008/metrothurs2008051467909.asp
- http://www.timeoutbengaluru.net/theatre/theatre_details.asp?code=184&source=1
- http://indiatoday.digitaltoday.in/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17176&issueid=75
- http://www.deccanherald.com/content/Oct12008/metro-wed2008093092906.asp
- http://www.hindu.com/mp/2007/10/24/stories/2007102450820300.htm
- http://www1.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3037040.cms
- http://www.hindu.com/mp/2009/03/31/stories/2009033150560100.htm
- http://www.deccanherald.com/content/5885/commentary-disconnection.html
- http://mybangalore.com/article/0609/from-lab-to-the-labyrinth-of-theatre.html
- http://www.dnaindia.com/bangalore/report_in-the-drama-of-life-all-the-world-s-a-stage_1283912
- http://www.deccanchronicle.com/tabloids/%E2%80%98i-love-my-hectic-life%E2%80%99-084
- http://beta.thehindu.com/arts/theatre/article68015.ece
- http://www.mid-day.com/whatson/2010/jan/110110-rangashankara-plays.htm
- http://www.timeoutbangalore.com/theatre/theatre_details.asp?code=184&source=1
- http://www.timeoutbangalore.com/theatre/theatre_details.asp?code=222&source=1
- http://www.dnaindia.com/bangalore/report_theatre-straight-out-of-the-norwegian-woods_1397002
- http://www.deccanchronicle.com/tabloids/traverse-twilight-path-576
- http://www.deccanherald.com/content/77999/story-two-confused-souls.html
- http://www.hindu.com/mp/2010/07/06/stories/2010070650380400.htm
- http://expressbuzz.com/cities/bangalore/a-laughter-ride-from-theatre-group-dramanon/196824.html
- http://www.timeoutbengaluru.net/theatre/theatre_details.asp?code=262&source=1
- http://www.dramadose.com/elling/
- http://www.dramadose.com/sic-dramanon/
- http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_satire-from-manipal-the-original-last-wish-baby_1396567
- http://www.hindustantimes.com/Seven-actors-40-roles/Article1-560031.aspx
- http://www.hindu.com/mp/2010/07/21/stories/2010072150690100.htm
- http://www.deccanchronicle.com/tabloids/cue-quirky-nature-521
- http://news.mid-day.com/whatson/2010/dec/071210-bangalore-guide-english-play-pizzazz-dramanon.htm
- http://www.bangaloremirror.com/printarticle.aspx?page=comments&action=translate§id=31&contentid=2010120920101209204317170d8fa611a&subsite=