The Valley
of Knowledge and Understanding
Welcome to the Valley of Understanding, a Space of Love and Hope, Knowledge and Wisdom, that goes beyond mere information into a space of deep listening and empathy. The trauma of the Covid-19 pandemic that we experienced collectively as Humans, spurred us to pay tribute to the Covid Relief Warriors in Delhi, who had steeled themselves to overcome their own fears and pain and reach out to help others.
The format of Playback Theatre seems appropriate to a ‘Safe Live Event’, allowing us to follow the Covid protocols.
These are deeply moving stories of Humanity, coming together with a spirit of Gratitude and a deep respect for the Dignity of Life. The two-hour Playback performance strikes a chord with the participants as well as the audience, who have warmed up to the session by initially documenting an ‘Act of Kindness’ they could recall instantly.
For our actors and musician, the joy of performing in front of a live audience is exhilarating, leaving the entire gathering grateful for the warm Human contact and hoping for much more!
The Acts of Kindness
As a Playback performance starts with a warm-up, the activity of recalling personal 'Acts of Kindness' we have experienced, is a gentle reminder to all of us to remember that we can reach out for help and support if we so desire. Establishing a network of care and support, as well as creating a safe space for sharing deep vulnerabilities between the “tellers” and the audience, is a vital part of the process before we begin the proceedings.
Acts of Kindness The Valley of Knowledge and Understanding
The Stories
We hear the experiences of 6 Covid Relief Warriors from different walks of life. From a doctor and lawyer, to those who just wanted to reach out and lend a helping hand, the stories cover a sense of helplessness, loss, joy, satisfaction and so much more.
The conductor, musician and actors play back each emotion with sensitivity and depth, bringing the audience into a space of compassion and insight.
The Stories The Valley of Knowledge and Understanding
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