'The Open Couple' by Dario Fo delves into the dynamics of a modern relationship. 

Set against a backdrop of societal expectations and gender roles, the play follows the tumultuous journey of a couple who experiment with the concept of an 'open' relationship. 👫

As their once stable union unravels, the drama unfolds through sharp wit, biting humour, and poignant moments of vulnerability. 

Fo masterfully explores themes of trust, communication, and the complexities of love, inviting audiences to confront the stark realities of human connection. 🤝

With its rapid-fire dialogue and unpredictable twists, 'The Open Couple' captivates audiences with its raw emotional intensity and thought-provoking exploration of contemporary relationships. 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨

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🎭ACTORS : Vaishali Bisht and Gaurav Sajjanhar

🎬DIRECTOR : Faraz Khan

📝WRITER : Dario Fo with Franca Rame

🧾TRANSLATED BY : Stuart Hood

ABOUT THE ARTISTS

Vaishali Bisht,having graduated from the University of Kent in Canterbury, England in Theatre and Drama Studies BA (Hons.), Vaishali Bisht has acted in, written, directed and produced several plays.Since her return to Hyderabad in 1996, she has been working extensively with children and adults through ongoing theatre workshops. One of the three co-founders of the Hyderabad Children’s Theatre Festival, India’s largest theatre festival for young audiences, Vaishali continues to work towards enlivening theatre in Hyderabad.

Gaurav Sajjanhar, grew up across 6 countries and is a graduate of ISB & Yale University, where he participated in Musical Theatre, sang in Acapella groups and performed in over 30 countries, for audiences ranging from The White House to orphanages in Africa. After leaving corporate life in 2015, he has become a full time Voiceover artist, speaking in accents for a living, and also performed in the Experimental Choral Theatre piece Lullaby Stranger in Mumbai. He is the voice of numerous TV channels like Comedy Central, VH1, Colors Infinity, Sports18 and others, has dubbed for numerous movies, TV series and audiobooks as well.

Director : Faraz Khan, a London-trained actor and director (LAMDA), collaborates with renowned directors like Nikhil Advani, Vikas Bahl, and Anand Gandhi. His versatile career spans theater, film, and voice artistry. Faraz is a passionate storyteller who adapts classics and narrates audiobooks for brands like Audible and Penguin. Beyond his artistic pursuits, he cherishes literature, philosophy, and poetry.

The photos in the gallery feature actors who have previously played the part of MAN in the show’ Anuj Gurwara and Bhavin Patel.