One evening, one Bard, and a handful of twists!
View(s):The Hillwood College Festival of English Drama presented by the Odyssey Overplay English Drama Club of Hillwood College, is all set to usher in a revival of Kandy’s theatre culture. This drama festival named “Twists on the Bard”, is a timely compliment to Shakes fever for school-goers all over Kandy.
Shakespeare productions of Kandy schools will compete for the Rev. Ireland Jones Memorial Trophy, which will be introduced for the first time.
-
- St. Anthony’s College drama team rehearsing King Lear
-
- A scene from Henry IV by Kingswood College (Pix by Quadrangle)
-
- Hillwood College performance of The Merchant of Venice
But this is not just a competition on classical works, it is a celebration of a shared passion for theatre. Dramatists are encouraged to reinterpret William Shakespeare’s universal works, make modifications to the originals as they fancy and let loose their artistic expression. Working also to develop talent and technique in young dramatists, a series of theatre workshops will be held prior to performances to uplift the standard of drama and theatre in Kandy.
The festival builds on a tradition of English drama festivals in Kandy that schools and private associations have organised through the years and yet have struggled to continue consistently. The first to be organised by Hillwood, Odyssey Overplay seeks to provide a versatile platform that will not only inspire young dramatists to showcase their originality, theatrical talent, creativity and stage management, but also bring new life to the Kandy theatre.
Following two years of construction, the new Hillwood College auditorium was inaugurated in 2024. It is here that the festival will be held on April 10, from 5 p.m. onwards.
Ticket priced at Rs. 750, 1000 and 1500,
can be purchased at the Hillwood College
bookshop, and also at the entrance on the 10th.
Searching for that next furry family member but couldn’t find one in your area? Hitad.lk has the solution with our extensive listings of dogs for sale in Sri Lanka!