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Synopsis

Written for the Mumbai Mirror in India in response to Anna Hazare's anti-corruption movement, this insightful drama tells the story of Uma, an elderly supporter of Anna, travelling to join the protests in Delhi who encounters a cynical tax driver called Navin. He agrees corruption is rife in India but he is not sure Anna is the man to stop it.

Editor's Note: This is a ten-minute play.

Show Information

Book
Alex Broun
Category
Play
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Number of Acts
1
First Produced
2011
Genres
Drama
Settings
Contemporary, Simple/No Set
Time & Place
A street near the Gateway to India, Mumbai
Cast Size
small
Licensor
None/royalty-free
Ideal For
College/University, Community Theatre, High School, Regional Theatre, Small Cast, Includes Mature Adult, Adult Characters

Context

Plot


Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Uma

Lead

Female

Non-singer

Navin

Lead

Male

Non-singer

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Guide Written By:

Alexandra Appleton

Alexandra Appleton

Writer, editor and theatre researcher