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India Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
What pulls theatre director Sunil Shanbag to satire?
(NOTE: This article was originally published in the India Today issue dated August 11, 2025)In a tiny, sparse studio in Versova with no props and sets, theatre director Sunil Shanbag is busy imagining first-century Rome. There's some neighing and galloping, a bit of singing, and excitable parents who want to marry their daughter off to a horse. Shanbag watches, giving directions to actors like Akash Khurana and Neil Bhoopalam on entry and exits, bringing to life Hungarian playwright Julius Hay's The a play that has stayed with him since he first read it in 1982. When Aadyam, an initiative of the Aditya Birla Group, approached him to develop a play for its seventh season, Shanbag found himself returning to the political satire which, as per the synopsis, offers an 'unsettling look at ambition, delusion, herd mentality, and the absurd circus of power'. 'One had to look for a play that allows scale and still lets you explore ideas,' says Shanbag. Only, he had misplaced the book amidst many house moves. Little did Shanbag know that finding the text and acquiring its rights would be an adventure in itself, taking him on a virtual journey from a bookstore in Spain to Oxford to Los Angeles, and finally culminating at a second-hand bookshop in a small town in British Columbia, Canada. It's here he'd get a lead to Hay's son, Peter, who had translated the play into English and from whom he'd finally obtain the rights. 'He was happy that we had made this effort,' says Shanbag. PULL OF SATIRE: Julius Hay's The Horse looks at the 'absurd circus of power' Transporting audiences to significant events and different periods and compelling them to think is what Shanbag himself has been doing for nearly five decades now with his company, Arpana. Plays like Sex, Morality & Censorship, Cotton 56, Polyester 84 and Stories in Song are among the works that have added to the 68-year-old's aura. Shanbag stands out as someone who has used his clout to help others in an industry where survival is a daily struggle. He set up Tamaasha Theatre a decade back to address an urgent need. Says Shanbag, 'I felt that, as Arpana's scale grew, spontaneity and impulsive exploration were becoming difficult. I was also uncomfortable with not having a relationship with the audience. The idea was to build a system where a connection could be built.' Producing plays under the banner of Tamaasha has allowed Shanbag to do that with works like Same, Same, but Different, which while low on scale, are heavy on ideas. With Studio Tamaasha, an alternative space in Mumbai, he has given a platform to theatre practitioners to showcase their work. 'It's a lot easier for someone like me to make a play; we have built a corpus and have a standing. But it's hard for a young theatre practitioner even today to make a play,' says Shanbag. 'Those who have a body of work need to step up and create support systems for young theatre creators.' In addition, for the past two years, Shanbag has headed Us Paar, a residency for creators in Kashid, Maharashtra, which has given a refuge to many theatre groups, and now even artists, to create new works. Amidst it all, Shanbag remains prolific. His 2024 work Barricade, set in Nazi Germany yet eerily relevant today, continues to have shows. Still, he admits being seized by 'more and more self-doubt. There's an inner turmoil of anyone who creates stuff. I don't think I have adapted. It's a crisis I will have to confront very soon.' It's perhaps this insecurity that compels him to create, to carry on, to get out of the bubble. With The Horse, he gets to do exactly that. 'It's important to occupy the mainstream space,' he says. Only, in Shanbag's case, the mainstream isn't just playing to the gallery, but intellectually engaging to India Today Magazine- Ends
Russia Today
30-06-2025
- Russia Today
Dozens killed in bus crash in Tanzania (PHOTOS)
A fiery collision between two passenger buses in Tanzania's Kilimanjaro region has left at least 38 people dead and 28 injured, the local authorities confirmed on Sunday. The crash occurred near the town of Same after a front tire on one of the vehicles burst, triggering a collision between the buses and a fire that engulfed both vehicles, Regional Commissioner Nurdin Babu told Xinhua. Babu added that 22 of the injured had been treated and discharged from hospital, while six remain under medical supervision. The identities and nationalities of the victims have not yet been disclosed. Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan expressed condolences to the bereaved families and Kilimanjaro officials. She urged drivers to strictly follow traffic laws and called on police to 'continue enforcing these laws with diligence.' Despite ongoing national road safety campaigns, traffic accidents remain a critical issue in Tanzania. According to the World Health Organization's Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023, an estimated 10,052 people were killed in road incidents in 2021 – a figure nearly seven times higher than the government's official tally of 1,368 fatalities for the same year. The WHO puts Tanzania's road traffic death rate at 15.8 per 100,000 population, highlighting persistent gaps in enforcement, infrastructure, and data reporting. This year has already seen multiple deadly bus crashes across Africa. The Tanzanian crash follows another recent tragedy in Nigeria on May 31, when a bus carrying athletes returning from the National Sports Festival plunged off a bridge, killing at least 20 people. In February 2025, a passenger bus in Zimbabwe collided head-on with a heavy truck near the border town of Beitbridge. The bus, reportedly carrying over 60 people, was attempting to overtake another vehicle when it crashed into an oncoming truck. The collision killed at least 24 people and left around 30 others injured, according to local authorities.
Fashion Network
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Agnona and Same pop-up in Saint-Tropez
Luxury brands Agnona and Same are each unveiling seasonal retail spaces in Saint-Tropez, bringing their distinct visions to the iconic French Riviera town. Agnona has reopened its seasonal boutique at 15 rue Henri Seillon, offering a serene and intimate retail experience. A terrazzo-clad counter in soft ivory anchors the space, set against natural fiber flooring and muted metal fixtures that highlight the tactile richness of Agnona's garments. The boutique houses the Spring/Summer 2025 collection, featuring carefully developed textures and exclusive prints that range from painterly florals to the iconic '1000 Nodi' motif. The boutique selection has been thoughtfully curated specifically for Saint- Tropez and for the women who vacation there. 'There is a natural harmony between Agnona's aesthetic and the spirit of Saint-Tropez. The light, the ease, the quiet elegance of this place perfectly reflect the way we imagine summer dressing: refined, effortless, and deeply rooted in a sense of place,' said Stefano Aimone, CEO and creative director of Agnona. Just steps away at 9 Avenue Foch, luxury swim and ready-to-wear brand Same has inaugurated its first-ever pop-up store, set on the iconic Place des Lices. Running through mid-September, the pop-up offers customers a chance to shop the brand's Spring/Summer 2025 collection and exclusive designs created especially for the Saint-Tropez season, including the brand's signature ruffle-hem dresses in navy, pink, and yellow stripes. Same's debut into brick-and-mortar retail marks a milestone moment as the brand celebrates 10 years of setting swimwear trends and expanding into ready-to-wear. Founded and designed by Shea Marie, Same has been a favourite of A-list celebrities and influencers, including Hailey Bieber, Kaia Gerber, and Sydney Sweeney.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
KCCI in Des Moines Tops Ratings in Key Marketing Demo
Des Moines Iowa CBS affiliate KCCI said the total audience of its news produces 19% more viewers than any other local source, according to preliminary data sourced by Nielsen Live+ Same Day May 2025. The Hearst CBS affiliate finished the May 2025 ratings book by topping the ratings in Adults 25-54 from 4:30 to 7 a.m. and at 5 and 6 p.m. "Winning these key newscasts validates all the work our team does every day to serve Central Iowans with objective, fact-based journalism," said KCCI president and general manager Brian Sather. "I am grateful to everyone who relies on our news, and thankful to every one of our team members who set aside self, daily, in service to our mission." KCCI 8 News This Morning at 5 a.m. shares of Adults 25 to 54 increased 22 percent over last year. At 6 a.m. audience shares grew 25 percent. "We know that our viewers have more choices now than ever about how and where they consume news, weather and traffic information," said KCCI news director Natalie Cabieses. "It is an honor to bring accurate and compelling news stories into the homes of our viewers." Cabieses added, "We strive to be Iowa's News Leader daily, so it is especially rewarding to see our viewers choose KCCI as their number one source for information."
Elle
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Your Guide To The Chicest Swim Trends Of The Season
The moment we've all been waiting for has finally (almost) arrived: swimsuit season. If you haven't planned your summer vacay yet—don't worry; we haven't either—it's time to get your summer wardrobe ready, starting with your swimwear. Think If you're not already convinced, maybe a peek inside the hottest swim trends of the summer will help you choose your adventure. No matter your style or aesthetic, you can easily translate your own tastes to swimwear for the nearest body of water. From the runways to our favourite brands, we've rounded up the best swimsuits to shop now. Romanticise away! Read Next Nautical or Nice: Stripes Whether nautical, preppy, or artistic, stripes are gaining popularity in fashion this season. From Dior to Duran Lantink, the runways were overrun with stripes, and now you get to translate that into your swimwear. Tu Navy Striped Textured High Neck Swimsuit Hunza G Jean Striped Bikini & Other Stories Straight-Neck Swimsuit Dolce & Gabbana Striped bikini Metallic Moments: Subtle Bling Metallic swimsuits are one thing—and not for the timid, might I add. But a subtler take on summer metal can be modern and elegant. Metal accents like chains, buckles, or brooch-like embellishments can elevate otherwise simple silhouettes or colour schemes. Pair with Vix Paula Hermanny Matte Sama Bottom Agent Provocateur Christiana Swimsuit L'Agence Ava Chain One-Piece Swimsuit Balmain Embellished bikini On the Prowl: Animal Print If you thought winter was a big season for Skims Strapless One Piece Fruity Booty Shania Bikini Top MANGO Zebra bikini bottom with bows M&S Printed Square Neck Swimsuit 1990s Classic: Black & White Ultra-chic and ultra-1990s, black and white swimsuits will never go out of style. No matter the silhouette, black and white is universally flattering and timeless. Onia Soleil One Piece Swimsuit Toteme Strapless jersey swimsuit Baobab Vera Bikini Bottom Tropic of C Deco Bikini Top Tan Lines: Created Shapes Cutout swimsuits aren't going anywhere—why should they? With these fun and edgy silhouettes, you can truly choose whichever shape you want this summer. Whether you prefer clean, balanced cutouts or an asymmetrical wrap silhouette, just remember to reapply your ERES Trésor Ecume one-shoulder cutout embellished swimsuit Kiki de Montparnasse La Sirene one-shoulder asymmetrical one piece Christopher Esber Cutout halterneck swimsuit Alaïa Cut-out swimsuit Summer Romance: Rosette Renaissance We saw rosettes everywhere in swim and ready-to-wear several years ago, thanks in large part to Marlies Grace Como Strapless One-Piece Swimsuit Karla Colletto Tess floral bandeau swimsuit Same Rosette Bandeau Top Coperni Floral-appliqué bikini top Unexpected Shades: Jewel Tones Darker shades are surprisingly trendy for summer—especially burgundy, according to Monday Swimwear Maui Bikini Shine one-shoulder glittered swimsuit Johanna Ortiz Gathered cutout swimsuit Away That Day Acapulco Ring-Hardware Halter Bikini Top Cute & Country: Gingham Akoia Swim Gingham Crochet Bikini Set Damson Madder Betty printed smocked swimsuit Juillet Swim Lee Checked Bikini Top Paloma Balcony Swimsuit ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today Related Story Related Story From:
