Bag Dancing: A Play by Mike Kenny Directed by Ujwala Rao for Butai Trust

About Bag Dancing

Bag Dancing tells the story of two unlikely companions on the margins of society: Imelda, an elderly homeless woman who carries all her possessions in bags, and Neville, the shy caretaker of a homeless shelter haunted by his own history. Together, they form a connection built on humor, trust, and tenderness.

Writer and Director

The play is written by Mike Kenny, one of England's leading writers specializing in young people's theatre. It is directed by Ujwala Rao, a theatre-maker based in Bengaluru whose directorial works include 4.48 Psychosis, Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons, ROP/E, and We Push the Sky.

Director's Note

Director Ujwala Rao notes that the play engages with themes like war, displacement, and the relationship between mental health and authority through a lens speaking to children and young audiences. The creative process explores boxes and borders, offering families and educational institutions an opportunity to open meaningful conversations with children.

Production Group

The production is presented by Butai Trust, a non-profit organization established in 2024 by theatre enthusiasts to bring stories to life on stage for audiences of all ages.