May 2012 at Studio Safdar, Shadi Khampur
and May Day Bookstore and Café
Thursday 31st May, 6.30 p.m.
Govind Deshpande’s play Satyashodhak, on the life and work of
the nineteenth-century Marathi anti-caste crusader, Jotirao Phule and his wife
Savitribai. Produced and acted by the Pune Safai Karmacharis (Sewage and
Sanitary Workers) Union, directed by Atul Pethe. This is a landmark production,
and has created waves in Maharashtra. 105 mins, followed by 30 mins discussion
with the cast and director.
Director’s Note: “Jotiba’s work was far
ahead of his time. In G.P. Deshpande’s script I found a reinterpretation of
Jotiba’s vision in the modern context. I had the opportunity to watch the life
of sewage and sanitary workers from close quarters. They have amazing talent in
performing arts. Their felicity in music
– both vocal and instrumental – made me take up this project. This play is the
culmination of a six month long workshop I conducted with them. The manifestation of the collective desire,
to bring to life this play on Jotiba’s life, was an extremely creative and
enriching experience for all of us. Shaped by this intense process - the play
is our statement!”
Read more about Satyashodhak
We give a grace time of 15 mins after the
scheduled time. In any case, both Studio Safdar and May Day are small spaces
with limited seating, so best to arrive early. | None of the events are
ticketed. We are unable to pay anything to the artists who enrich our lives,
unless you contribute. We’ll spread the chadar at the end of the performance.
These contributions will be shared 50:50 with the artists. | The bookstore
opens Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
but note that the café begins serving only at 3.
Studio Safdar and May Day Bookstore and
Café
2254/2A Shadi Khampur, New Ranjit Nagar,
New Delhi 110008
Email: studiosafdar@gmail.com. Phone: 011
2570 9456.
Metro: Shadipur. Directions: Shadipur Metro
— Satyam Cinema — Cycle ricksha to ‘Biyaasi number’ — May Day board next to DMS
booth.
Visit: studiosafdar.jananatyamanch.org
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