ELEPHANTS IN PINK PAJAMAS:
A THEATRE & STAGE ARTS PROGRAMME (SEASON 5)
July 15 - mid-Oct | Every Mon | 5:00 - 7:00 pm (15+ sessions)
INR 7500/-
30+ hours
of training
your instructors.
Kalansh Gala
Actor, Director, Educator
Kalansh Gala is a writer, educator, and theatre artist. He has worked as an actor, director, costume designer, and stage/production manager in Mumbai, Bangalore, and Ahmedabad.
Kalansh has managed 15 productions and teams, and worked alongside well-known film and theatre artistes such as Naseeruddin Shah. His notable work in direction is the adaptation of Shakespeare's play 'Tempest.' He has also performed at venues across Mumbai and Ahmedabad; and several auditoriums in Chennai, Trivandrum, Pune, Bangalore, and other citiies.
Kalansh has conducted theatre and story workshops for children and young adults, allowing a deeper understanding of script and performances for different audiences and ages. His work, including a children's workshop at Prithvi Theatre, Mumbai, has allowed him to explore the world of language, performance, and the joys of human experiences.
In addition to being a theatre artist, Kalansh has been a language teacher, the director of communications, and an active blogger. He is a Transformational Teaching Fellow for Teach for India, and has facilitated art, storytelling, music activities, and more at Brighton School, Mumbai. Kalansh has also assisted actress and model Manmeet Kaur in her 'Kalam 2020' project.
Himanee Jhaveri
Programme Anchor, Ninja Planner @ The Hive
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Himanee has inherited theatre in her genes. Born in a family of theatre artists, she has been exposed to the field and interacted with artistes from her childhood. She was a part of Natyasampada, Surat and has worked in plays with its team, both on the stage, as well as behind the scenes.
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Besides theatre, Himanee also has an inclination towards dance and Gujarati literature. She is an accomplished Kathak dancer, having pursued the classical dance through her growing up years.
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Professionally, Himanee is a Financial Expert with experience in banking, investment and financial management. As part of Team Hive, she overlooks its financial planning, while also grabbing an opportunity to revive her childhood hobbies.
She will facilitate this programme as an Anchor bringing in her knowledge of various aspects of theatre at work.
I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.
elephants in pink pajamas
Would you like to tell your tale, or sing like nightingale? Caper about, or act it out? Shake a leg, or manage backstage? Pick one, pick all, because theatre is a wonderful medium to express yourself – in multifarious ways. By incorporating literature, dance, music, and fine arts, among many others, theatre serves an all-encompassing art form to channelize your creativity.
‘Elephants in Pink Pajamas’ (EIPP) is a theatre & stage arts programme that is of the children, by the children, and for the children. Its genesis stemmed from the thought that children had been cooped up in homes all through the COVID times, and had missed out on social interactions the most. What better way to bring some semblance of normalcy into their lives, than through theatre? Not only does theatre give children the freedom of expression that is vital to building their creativity and self-confidence, but also it balances both the left and the right sides of the brain. Most importantly, it allows children to learn by doing, rather than by seeing, hearing, or reading alone.
After five successful seasons, EIPP is back with season 6. In this 15-session intensive programme, the prime focus will be on skill-building, followed by a mini performance that will give children the much needed opportunity of showcasing their talents. Kids will interact with different experts to understand the basics of theatre, different forms of theatre, and ways of expressions. They will then create a mini performance using their imagination and creative skills.
PROGRAMME CONTENTS
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Explore theatre as a medium of expression
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Work on a combination of fine & performing arts
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Understand the basics of theatre – storytelling, characterisation, acting, et al
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Learn about Navrasas and use them in character building
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Learn about different forms of theatre like Monologue, Mime, Musical, Street Play, etc.
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Understand Vocal ((Vachikam) and Physical Projection (aangikam); practice voice modulation while reading a play
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Explore group activities for team building
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Build skills like verbal and non-verbal communication, concentration, social skills, etc.
WHO IS THE PROGRAMME FOR?
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Theatre & allied art enthusiasts 8 to 14 years of age
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Children aspiring to pursue theatre as a career option
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Kids craving for more social interaction opportunities
faqs.
1. What resources will I need to bring for this programme?
Happy minds and an eager self. The rest will be provided by The Hive.
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2. What will be the form of the final performance?
The training programme will culminate into a mini performance that will be created by the children themselves. Hence the exact form of the performance will be determined only once the programme is underway. The idea of the performance is to boost children's enthusiasm, help them work in teams, and towards a goal. Apart from acting, children will get a 360-degree exposure to theatre by understanding scripting, possibly costume design (time permitting), participating in backstage management, and the like.
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3. What areas of arts will my child get exposure to?
All participants will be a part of the fine & performing arts covered in the programme, such as acting, dance, stage design, costume design, and/or prop making. The exact assignment for each child will be determined by their mentors based on the child's aptitude and abilities.
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4. What safety precautions will be taken at The Hive?​
We will be working in small groups. Our instructors and staff are fully vaccinated. Masks are recommended when indoors or within close proximity. However, the participants are responsible for their own health & safety.
the schedule.
July 15 - mid-Oct, 2024
Every Mon
Practice, Performance milestones,
Progress sharing with family
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Stage Performance date to be announced closer to the programme culmination
30+ hours
of training
INR 7500
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