Chitrangada

Chitrangada - A Tale of Transformation

by Rabindranath Tagore

Yale Bengali Student Association presents: Chitrangada - A Tale of Transformation

The dance drama Chitrangada is a phenomenal illustration of Tagore’s conceptualization of human emotions. The play follows the warrior-princess Chitrangada, who has been raised like a man by her father as he wanted a son. Upon an encounter with Arjuna, the greatest warrior of the time, where she is ignored and dismissed as a little boy, the masculine Chitrangada starts grieving her disconnect from femininity. A complex journey of self-transformation begins, as she goes through feminine characterizations to entice Arjuna, eventually accepting herself as who she is and revealing her true self to Arjuna. The inherent causal progression from a physical attraction for external embellishments to a profound love for inner beauty is portrayed beautifully by Tagore, who straddles the line between idealism and realism. The play explores modern views on love, gender, and self-discovery in a unique and progressive fashion, and has had a staggering influence in Bengali culture.

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Performance Dates & Times

March 28, 2024 - 8:00pm

March 29, 2024 - 8:00pm

March 30, 2024 - 8:00pm

Location

Off Broadway Theater

Venue Accessibility: 
Building is accessible via a ramp at the main entrance. Seating and facilities are available on the main floor.

Performers

Shokhi
Chitrangada
Villager, Tiger
Shokhi
Villager, Deer
Villager, Deer
Villager, Shokhi

Production Team

Producer
Director
Production Assistant