Synopsis:
Two timeless tales intertwine in this theatrical performance, bringing together the Buddhist parable of Kandata’s torment in hell and the revered Mahabharata story of Shakuntala. Though their fates will never cross, they are bound by a shared struggle—each resisting the destiny imposed upon them. Rooted in the indigenous spiritual beliefs of Asia, this performance invites audiences to reflect on humanity’s coexistence with the divine and nature in a chaotic world. The play is a joint production of artists from Japan and Nepal and is based on stories written by Kalidasa and Akutagawa Ryunosuke.
About the Director:
Erina Saji began her career as an actress in productions directed by the world-renowned Yukio Ninagawa. In 2011, she founded Utervision Company Japan, an artistic collective dedicated to innovative storytelling. Her work has been showcased both nationally and internationally, earning acclaim for its depth and originality. By integrating figure theatre into her artistic practice, Erina has developed a distinctive performance style that seamlessly blends physical theatre and puppetry, creating visually arresting and emotionally resonant narratives.
Director's Note:
Relying on the imagination of the performers and the audience, to set up a fictional world on an empty stage. That the physicality of the Nepalese and the Japanese creates a more complex personality for the puppets. Through these two challenges, I hope to reflect on faith, human, and God.
About the Group:
Utervision is a collective of international artists of diverse genres. The company established its unique performing style by combining figure theatre, puppetry, and physical theatre. In 2015, the company embarked on international collaborative projects with an aspiration to create unparalleled performance works and to share them with the local audience across the globe.
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Synopsis:
Two timeless tales intertwine in this theatrical performance, bringing together the Buddhist parable of Kandata’s torment in hell and the revered Mahabharata story of Shakuntala. Though their fates will never cross, they are bound by a shared struggle—each resisting the destiny imposed upon them. Rooted in the indigenous spiritual beliefs of Asia, this performance invites audiences to reflect on humanity’s coexistence with the divine and nature in a chaotic world. The play is a joint production of artists from Japan and Nepal and is based on stories written by Kalidasa and Akutagawa Ryunosuke.
About the Director:
Erina Saji began her career as an actress in productions directed by the world-renowned Yukio Ninagawa. In 2011, she founded Utervision Company Japan, an artistic collective dedicated to innovative storytelling. Her work has been showcased both nationally and internationally, earning acclaim for its depth and originality. By integrating figure theatre into her artistic practice, Erina has developed a distinctive performance style that seamlessly blends physical theatre and puppetry, creating visually arresting and emotionally resonant narratives.
Director's Note:
Relying on the imagination of the performers and the audience, to set up a fictional world on an empty stage. That the physicality of the Nepalese and the Japanese creates a more complex personality for the puppets. Through these two challenges, I hope to reflect on faith, human, and God.
About the Group:
Utervision is a collective of international artists of diverse genres. The company established its unique performing style by combining figure theatre, puppetry, and physical theatre. In 2015, the company embarked on international collaborative projects with an aspiration to create unparalleled performance works and to share them with the local audience across the globe.
Cast and Crew:
On Stage:
Off Stage:
Contact Details:
