Dance Like a Man: : A Stage Play in Two

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Set against the backdrop of a dance festival, the narrative explores the complex dynamics between aging Bharatnatyam dancers Jairaj and Ratna as they seek a mridangam player for their daughter Lata's performance. Tensions rise during a pivotal meeting with Lata's potential fiancé, Viswas, revealing deep-rooted conflicts from Jairaj and Ratna's past. The story delves into themes of tradition versus modernity, parental expectations, and personal aspirations, offering a poignant examination of relationships and the struggles of balancing ambition with familial ties.