About The Event
'Mahesh Dattani’s ‘ Dance Like A Man ‘ produced and directed by Lillete Dubey, is a highly celebrated classic hit that has travelled 5 continents and is close to completing 700 shows worldwide.
It has the distinction of also being the longest running original Indian English play in India with rave reviews from The New York Times & The Daily Mail, UK aside from other reviews.
Dance like a Man delves into the lives of Jairaj and Ratna, two Bharat Natyam dancers past their prime. The story contrasts their struggles with that of their daughter Lata, who is on the verge of becoming a successful dancer. As Lata’s success looms it creates tension and jealousy with the family secrets and generational conflicts. The play is a rich tapestry of emotions , exploring serious themes through a comic lens, leaving the audience oscillating between laughter and tears.
