It was a musical fantasy in which relationship between parents and their children splendidly came alive. Mil Gayi Chhutti , a play staged at India Habitat Centre recently, was made impactful as well as aesthetically pleasing due to live orchestra and melodies sung by little ones who participated in the show which was meant for children aged between eight and 16.
Organized jointly by IHC and Khilona, the play’s main thrust was to create better understanding between children and parents. Story was also conceived in such a way to create a strong connection with the audience. Apart from the message, the play had entertainment quotient. It started in style with a welcome song and concluded with a special thank you song sung by students.
Director V.K. Sharma, alumnus of the National School of Drama, conducted a workshop to make child actors comfortable in playing their part. The workshop was a learning experience as it helped students in their personality development, voice modulation and how to work cohesively in a team.
For parents it was the best way to let their kids channelise their passion and creativity for theatre during their summer break.
On how theatre can be used as a tool to teach children lessons related to life, Sharma says: “Dramatics should be a subject in school for teaching but shouldn't be bounded by walls of classroom.”
