(Paroshen Sooriah
leaps over Eugene Shezi and Gyendra Sooriah. Pic: Val Adamson)
A vital
communication component of any individual or society is the expression of true
emotion. This is the basis upon which
the theatrical production I Am I has
been established. It boldly aims to inspire youth to realise their dreams and
maximise their creative potential.
Written and directed by the lead star, Gyendra Sooriah,
and presented in partnership with the Indian Council for
Cultural Relations, I am I is an
abstract theatre piece to be staged at the Catalina.
Combining actuality
with entertainment, this engaging drama mixes various elements such as
puppetry, silhouettes, physical theatre and contemporary dance movement to
portray a complex plot.
A matrix narrative
of a young Indian man`s life experiences from birth to present day. The
gripping timeline chronicles various episodes of his upbringing in a
conservative South-Indian family and how he triumphs life`s greatest battles
through self-discovery and ambition.
I Am I touches on a variety of sensitive human issues such as adolescence and
substance abuse, from which a range of emotions such as sadness, fear, anger
and happiness are evoked.
The three-hander
features skilled and enthusiastic performers: drama graduates Gyendra Sooriah
(Rhodes University) and Eugene Shezi (UKZN) and an undergraduate Paroshen
Sooria. Also appearing is Indian contemporary dancer, Avishka Mothiram, renowned
for her work at various Bollywood stage musicals in Durban.
I am I Show has performances at Catalina Theatre on
December 27 and 28 and January 4 and 5 at 20h00. Tickets R80 (show viewing) and
R140 (show plus meal) available through Computicket outlets or log onto
www.computicket.co.za
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