After a successful run in Bangalore, Kaumudi, a play that explores the dynamics between an estranged father-son duo and in turn poses several questions about morality, art, and relationships, is set for its premiere staging in the city on August 22.

Sandeep Shikhar and Kumud Mishra during a scene from the play

An Indian Ensemble production, Kaumudi is centered on a father and son duo, who play the characters of Eklavya’s ghost and Abhimanyu, respectively, in a theatre, in late 1960’s Allahabad. The father, Satyasheel, who is a great actor and has almost lost his sight, is at his final three performances. Thus, son Paritosh, who grew up with the void of not having a father by his side, has been asked to step in and take his father’s place after the former’s retirement.