Synopsis:
Based on a poem by Nawaraj Parajuli, the play School tries to present the current scenario of education system in Nepal. Composed with a positive satire in the play, it brings into light the consequences of a lack of time-contextual syllabus and subject matters that are relatable to the psychology of children, which in turn affects the all-round development of children along with their mental growth. The play tries to navigate through the diversity in our originality through the strengthening of our culture, literature, and technical education in order to improve the education system to make it more useful and make the lives of people a bit easier.
This play, based on the child psychology, has also tried to connect it to the different social aspects such as division of class, caste and their impact.
About the Director
Jeevan Baral is a Nepali theatre actor, director, and educator based in Pathari, Morang. After spending years with Shilpee Theatre in Kathmandu, he returned to his hometown to further his artistic journey. He has directed numerous plays, including Ani Deurali Runchha, Barbarik, Aanimaya, and Indramaya Aafu Matra Lekhapani Aaipugi. As an acting teacher, he has worked with various institutions, including Rastriya Nachghar. His significant contributions to school-based theatre initiatives in eastern Nepal have been highly impactful. In addition to theatre, he is also an accomplished film actor.
Bikash Budhathoki is a theatre art manager and cultural organizer known for his dedication to Nepal’s performing arts scene. As the founder of Let’s Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., he has led two seasons of a mobile theatre tour across eastern Nepal. His voluntary support for theatre events and organizations in the region has been widely appreciated. He established Srijanaghar in Belbari as a hub for creativity and is an active member of Belbari Pragya Pratisthan. Budhathoki has also organized numerous dance and theatre events in Kathmandu and other cities, contributing significantly to Nepal’s artistic landscape.
Directors' Note:
The long exposure to the theatrical activities and involvements has been the motivating source for this play. As we had long been working in the educational and social fields, the presence of the psycho-social essence and taking into consideration the poem “School” by Nawaraj Parajuli, we have tried to make a short theatre performance which can create discourse in the field of Nepali academia. With the hope that this play will make some positive impact, we are looking forward to your response to the play.
About the Group
Srijanaghar- Home for Creativity is an art hub in Belbari dedicated to fostering theatre, cinema, painting, music, and literature. Rooted in Belbari’s rich artistic history, it aims to revive the region’s declining theatre culture by organizing performances, festivals, discussions, and collaborations with national troupes. Since its establishment, Srijanaghar has hosted various programs, including play performances, art festivals, panel discussions, and film screenings, making it a vibrant space for artistic growth and exchange.
Cast and Crew:
On Stage:
Smriti Chamling Rai,
Sadikshya Pokharel,
Omprateek Chaudhary,
Sikum Limbu,
Sohan Limbu,
Bishnumaya Thathal,
Tanuja Dahal
Off stage:
Writer: Nawaraj Parajuli
Music: Anil Puri
Lights: Siyom Subedi
Costume: Prem Bista
Design and Direction: Jeevan Baral and Bikash Budhathoki
Contact Details:
Srijanaghar: A Home for Creativity
Belbari- 03, Morang
Phone : 9849009826
E-mail: letsentertainment@gmail.com
Synopsis:
Based on a poem by Nawaraj Parajuli, the play School tries to present the current scenario of education system in Nepal. Composed with a positive satire in the play, it brings into light the consequences of a lack of time-contextual syllabus and subject matters that are relatable to the psychology of children, which in turn affects the all-round development of children along with their mental growth. The play tries to navigate through the diversity in our originality through the strengthening of our culture, literature, and technical education in order to improve the education system to make it more useful and make the lives of people a bit easier.
This play, based on the child psychology, has also tried to connect it to the different social aspects such as division of class, caste and their impact.
About the Director
Jeevan Baral is a Nepali theatre actor, director, and educator based in Pathari, Morang. After spending years with Shilpee Theatre in Kathmandu, he returned to his hometown to further his artistic journey. He has directed numerous plays, including Ani Deurali Runchha, Barbarik, Aanimaya, and Indramaya Aafu Matra Lekhapani Aaipugi. As an acting teacher, he has worked with various institutions, including Rastriya Nachghar. His significant contributions to school-based theatre initiatives in eastern Nepal have been highly impactful. In addition to theatre, he is also an accomplished film actor.
Bikash Budhathoki is a theatre art manager and cultural organizer known for his dedication to Nepal’s performing arts scene. As the founder of Let’s Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., he has led two seasons of a mobile theatre tour across eastern Nepal. His voluntary support for theatre events and organizations in the region has been widely appreciated. He established Srijanaghar in Belbari as a hub for creativity and is an active member of Belbari Pragya Pratisthan. Budhathoki has also organized numerous dance and theatre events in Kathmandu and other cities, contributing significantly to Nepal’s artistic landscape.
Directors' Note:
The long exposure to the theatrical activities and involvements has been the motivating source for this play. As we had long been working in the educational and social fields, the presence of the psycho-social essence and taking into consideration the poem “School” by Nawaraj Parajuli, we have tried to make a short theatre performance which can create discourse in the field of Nepali academia. With the hope that this play will make some positive impact, we are looking forward to your response to the play.
About the Group
Srijanaghar- Home for Creativity is an art hub in Belbari dedicated to fostering theatre, cinema, painting, music, and literature. Rooted in Belbari’s rich artistic history, it aims to revive the region’s declining theatre culture by organizing performances, festivals, discussions, and collaborations with national troupes. Since its establishment, Srijanaghar has hosted various programs, including play performances, art festivals, panel discussions, and film screenings, making it a vibrant space for artistic growth and exchange.
Cast and Crew:
On Stage:
Smriti Chamling Rai,
Sadikshya Pokharel,
Omprateek Chaudhary,
Sikum Limbu,
Sohan Limbu,
Bishnumaya Thathal,
Tanuja Dahal
Off stage:
Writer: Nawaraj Parajuli
Music: Anil Puri
Lights: Siyom Subedi
Costume: Prem Bista
Design and Direction: Jeevan Baral and Bikash Budhathoki
Contact Details:
Srijanaghar: A Home for Creativity
Belbari- 03, Morang
Phone : 9849009826
E-mail: letsentertainment@gmail.com
