Humorous folktales rekindled on stage

Based on folktales by Ki Rajanarayanan, isa storytelling-performance in Tamil. The play is simple in form and light and humorous in content, which can engage both children and adults alike. Directed by Rajiv Krishnan, the dramatic piece comprises three performers. It takes you on a wild journey through a kaleidoscope of stories featuring a self-important eagle, a confused chicken and a lucky snake amongst others. Kira Kozhambu has been one of Perch’s most popular plays, and the group is reviving it after seven years. It has, so far, been staged in Chennai, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Bengaluru, Tirupur, Avinashi, Trivandrum, Kollam, Ernakulam and Thrissur. The cast include actors Anand, Ravindra and Maya. The play is scheduled to take place at Jagriti Theatre on May 18, 19 and 20.