Inspired by mythology, Elephant in the Room pays homage to Lord Ganapati, also known as Ganesha one of the best-known and most worshipped deities in the Hindu pantheon, in this quirky and poignant reinterpretation of his story.
“A fascinating solo” – New Indian Express. The multi-award-winning, critically-acclaimed, magic-realism tale, follows the journey of a young beheaded Elephant God, in sear
ch of his human head. Elephant in the Room is a comedy rooted in Indian mythology, time-travelling its way into a commentary on the environmental, social and cultural realities of our times. Elephant in the Room won three awards for Best Actor Female, Costumes and Light Design, was nominated for 7 awards at the Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards 2017 and is among the most acclaimed shows running in India. Conceived, Directed & Performed by YUKI ELLIAS
Written by SNEH SAPRU
Costumes & Set by SUMAIYA MERCHANT
Light Design & Operation by ASMIT PATHARE
Original Music Score & Sound Design by SEEMINGLY THAT (PRUTHU PARAB & ADRIEL GEORGE)
Sound Operated by YAEL CRISHNA/PRIYANKA BABBAR/ADRIEL GEORGE
Executive Producer NILOUFER SAGAR
Special thanks to Viraj Singh, Rafeeq Ellias, Bina Sarkar Ellias, Nandu, Rehan Engineer.
