The National Cultural Centre (NCC) is a hive of activity as preparations are underway for Saturday night’s production of Naya Zamana 19 – A Royal Twist.
The elements which will ensure the spectacular staging of this production have all been put in place; breathtaking and elaborate sets, special lighting effects and glamorous and dazzling costumes.
Meticulous attention has been paid to detail; the props and additional live music and singing in a seamless flow makes it a “you should not miss it” type of production.
The cast of singers, dancers and actors is super excited to present the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha’s nineteenth installment of Naya Zamana, one of Guyana’s most awaited dance and theatrical productions, which will be staged at the National Cultural Centre tomorrow at 20:00h.
This year’s production, described as a theatrical extravaganza, is called “A Royal Twist”. The story covers two eras and, as the name suggests, will be replete with cutting edge choreography, resplendent costumes, magnificent sets and intense drama.
Director and Choreographer of the production, Dr Vindhya Persaud, has been working long hours with the 70-member cast to achieve the perfect visuals for her story, an original one which she has penned.
According to Dr Persaud, this year’s production has allowed her to let her imagination run riot in crafting a script which conjures up the splendor and romance of a bygone era as well as the drama of present day.
With numerous dance styles being featured, a talented cast, majestic sets and costumes and the inclusion of the E-Networks band, which features musicians from India and Guyana, the production is bound to sparkle in every way. Costumes and sets are designed by Trishala Persaud.
Playing the lead roles are Indhira Harry as actress turned director Riya Patel, US-based choreographer and dancer Noman Ahmad as the debonair Sid Sharma, Zahrah Alli as the famous Mughal dancer Anarkali, Ravi as Prince Saleem and Nazim Hussain as Emperor Akbar.
Recent winner of the E-Networks Emerging Voices Competition, Vishale Sukram makes her debut at the National Cultural Centre in this production. The show is one you definitely would not want to miss.
Tickets for the show cost $3500, $3000 and $2000 and are on sale at the Pandit Reepu Daman Persaud Dharmic Kendra, Prashad Nagar, Georgetown; Red Mango, Robb Street; E-Networks, Camp Street; Bhagwans, Water Street; the Murti Shop, West Coast Demerara and the NCC or patrons can call 227-6181 or 219-1900.
The Sabha wishes to thank Digicel, E-Networks and NTN for their support of the production which showcases Guyanese talent.