City enjoys a theatrical presentation on Vincent van Gogh

Time of India

15-07-2025

'Finding Vincent,' a multilingual theatrical presentation, themed on the life and struggles of artist Vincent van Gogh, was staged at Tagore Theatre recently.
The play was presented by a Chandigarh-based theatre group and it combined Hindi and English languages to narrate the life story of Van Gogh, including his struggles, success in field of art.
The play was directed and designed by Nisha Luthra, founder of the theatre group, and was based on an original script by Satyabrat Rout from the book Tumhara Vincent.
Said Nisha, "I am happy that our theatre has been recognized for over a decade for its experimental and thought-provoking performances, bringing new perspectives and powerful storytelling to the world of theatre. This presentation was another strong addition to that legacy, touching the hearts of the audience."
The performance which offered the audience a poignant glimpse into the pain, sensitivity, and struggles of Vincent van Gogh's life saw a team of around 18 artists and technical members bringing the play to life. Those behind the success of the play included actors, set designers, projectionists, costume designers, props and backstage managers, as well as sound and light designers.
The audience included leading people from Tricity's art circuit, including Satyabrat Rout, Padma Shri Neelam Maan Singh Chowdhary, Secretary of Chandigarh Sangeet Natak Akademi(CSNA) Rajesh Atreya, Director of Tagore Theatre Abhishek Sharma, and the renowned artist Balkar Sidhu.
Earlier a preview of the play was also held at the Alliance Française, Chandigarh, forming part of the theatre group's outreach program.