‘The Jungle’ in town
View(s):‘The Jungle’ the Sinhala adaptation of British original theatrical production of Good Chance Theatre, will go on the boards at 3.30 pm and 6.30 pm on August 4 and 5 at the Tower Hall in Colombo.
Original written by Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson, and directed by Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin, the Sinhala translation is by Kaushalya Fernando and directed by Chamila Priyanka. ‘The Jungle’ is an ongoing production premiered in 2017 at the Young Vic Theatre in London which also opened at West End in 2018. The Sinhala adaptation of ‘The Jungle’ is produced by Magma Entertainment.
‘The Jungle’ steps into a not too distant past as it unravels its captivating narrative set in the vicinity of 2015-2016. The play immerses audiences in the heart of the infamous Calais Jungle refugee camp in France, where diverse individuals from different countries and cultures seek refuge. Through a tapestry of interconnected stories and powerful performances, this thought-provoking journey delves into the lives of these refugees, shedding light on their resilience, dreams, and challenges as they confront the harsh realities of displacement. Witness the triumph of the human spirit as they strive to forge a sense of community amidst adversity.
Playwright Chamila Priyanka is an acclaimed writer and director with an impressive track record of critically acclaimed productions. He won the National State Award for Theatre Directing for the play ‘This is not a gun’. He is a Fulbright scholar who earned his Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Directing from Long Island University, USA while he has obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Colombo. He has also served as a Theatre Director for the New Circle Theatre Company in New York during his time in the US.
In this captivating stage play, the spotlight shines on a stellar cast of award-winning Sri Lankan actors namely Xavier Kanishka, Dulanja Dilshan, Akalanka Prabashwara, Aloka Gayathri and Kumuduni Wickramathanthri.
Joining them are a group of aspiring actors, namely Nirishan Bandara, Manushi Tanya, Achini Madagammana, Dilanka Rajapaksha, Rumesh Chamara, Dasun Vimukthi, Rajeew Fernando, Shamila Fernando, Kasun Kalupahana, Anjalee Srimalee, Shan Lakshana, Arosha Dineth, Vishmitha Sapsara, Neelaka Bandara, Charith Senanayaka, Heli Amarakoon, Rishitha Kasun, Sayara Miheli.
Together, they bring to life a performance that promises to enchant and inspire audiences amply supported by a dedicated crew comprising of Isuru Kumarasinghe (Music), Chandana Aluthge/ Ranga Kariyawasam (lighting), Thilina Perera (sounds), Kasun Rajeewa (set), Ranga Kariyawasam, and Sudeera Chinthaka (stage managers).
Tickets are available on https://tickets.lk/ by calling on 0777339930.
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