Set in a time in which almost every other little boy was forced to clean chimneys, ‘The Water Babies’ by Charles Kingsley, dubbed as a fairy tale for babies, sparked positive change for the dejected chimney-sweeps of the 19th century.
Their hardship was put to an end, when the story of Tom compelled the government to impose restrictions on boys under the age of 14 years working as chimney- sweeps.
The fascinating story of Tom’s magical world will soon be brought to life by the students of the Clare De Silva School of Speech and Drama, on October 11 and 12 at the Bishop’s College auditorium.
“From the main cast comprising older children, to the younger cast and chorus, all the performers have had a great experience!” says Clare. “Drama is a movement which experiments with the fundamentals of speech and it helps children express themselves better. At the end of each practice, it is easy to see that they have had a lot of fun.”
For most of the cast, the production, apart from the learning experience, has also been a welcome break from their other extra-curricular activities.
Part of the proceeds from the production will be donated to the voluntary endeavours of Idiriya -- a registered non-profit organization which comprises a group of professionals promoting easy to access facilities for a wide range of disabled people, elders and pregnant mothers.
Tickets for the show, priced at Rs. 1,000, 750 and 500, will be available at the Bishop’s College auditorium.
The electronic sponsors are Real Radio and Art TV and the print sponsor is The Sunday Times.
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