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Play Details
Context
Artistic Director
William Gaskill
Part Of
Sunday Night Productions Without Décor
Dates Performed
Sunday 5th March 1967
Main House (Downstairs)
Play Details
Synopsis
A pavement, in the late evening
Set in Bombay’s red-light district, A Touch of Brightness centres around Rukhmani, a sex worker with a mystical aura. Rukhmani’s journey, marked by her spiritual awakening amidst a harsh reality, intertwines with key figures like Pidku and Shri, revealing the struggles and societal disdain faced by those in her world.
The play delves into themes of spirituality, societal neglect, and the quest for dignity, portraying the raw experiences of marginalized individuals. Its style blends realism with symbolism, using Rukhmani’s spiritual reflections as a metaphor for her inner journey. This poignant tale leaves a lasting impression, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Cast & Creative
Cast
Prem Bakshi
Cast
Manisha Bose
Cast
Gerson Da Cunha
Cast
Saeed Jaffrey
Cast
Padma Kumari
Cast
Leslie Anderson
Cast
Anne Carroll
Cast
Robert Grange
Cast
Gwen Nelson
Cast
Trevor Peacock
Cast
Billy Russell
Cast
Jack Shepherd
Cast
Bridget Turner
Cast
Thelma Whiteley
Costume