Highlights of the book
The author Manik Kaned is a senior drama critic in Maharashtra.
Comprehensive books on the world theatre published in two volumes
1. Poorvarang (Theatre of the East) 2. Paschimrang (Theatre of the West)
Provides information about the origin and development of ‘theatre’ in several
countries, their inter-relations and influences; several modern trends and movements
Theatre of the East: Noah, Kabuki (Japan), Ancient and Modern Chinese & Indian theatre
Classic Sanskrit, Marathi theatre, Folk Theatre & also Regional theatre movements
Theatre of the West: Greek, Roman, European, American, Italian, French, German
Black Theatre, Broadway Theatre, Absurd Theatre and other modern trends
Details about stagecraft, costumes, use of masks in theatre across several countries.
Natakanmagil Natya
Author: Lalan Sarang Pages: 179 Price: Rs. 150/-
The author Lalan Sarang, leading actress on the Marathi stage made her distinct place in
Marathi theatrehistory by playing several down-to-earth characters
Here she shares
Her experiences while she was staging dramas like Rathchakra, Sakharam Binder, Kamala,
Khol Khol Pani & Suryasta amongst others
Her mental process while understanding challenging characters
Her interaction with playwrights like Vijay Tendulkar, co-actors like Nilu Phule, Sriram Lagu
A lively book in author's own bold and upright narrative style, will make you nostalgic
Gajlelya Rangbhoomika
Author: V.B Deshapande Pages: 263 Price: Rs. 200/-
During 1955 to 1985 several such major Marathi plays were staged, which made significant
impact on Marathi theatre. Some commercial & experimental plays proved to be trend setting.
Some distinct characters from these plays proved to be memorable.
In this book, author V.B. Deshpande, a senior drama critic, with a view to rekindle the
nostalgic memories and to give the feel of these landmark plays to the new generation, has
given details of these plays and 21 characters like -
Bapu- Kashinath Ghanekar (Garambicha Bapu) Manjula – Bhakti Barve (Tee Fulrani)
Appasaheb- Shriram Lagu (Natsamrat) Lakhoba- Prabhakar Panshikar (To Mee Navhech)
Sakharam – Nilu Phule (Sakharam Binder) Nana –Mohan Aagashe (Ghasiram Kotwal)
With several rare photographs of major scenes in the plays
Amhala Bhetlele Shriram Lagu
Editor: Pushpa Bhave Pages: 280 Price: Rs. 150/-
Shriram Lagu a prominent Marathi stage actor of national repute.
Has received accolades as noteworthy actor on Hindi and Marathi celluloid.
Has completed more than 35 years crafting his acting career
The book is an expression of the views and perceptions about him shared by individuals from
a variety of fields.
This book provides a kaleidoscopic view of a dynamic personality through the eyes of several
intellectuals,artists, writers, film and theatre directors including the likes of Vijaya Mehta,
Nilu Phule, G.P.Deshpande, Mahaesh Elkunchwar, Jabbar Patel, S.N. Pendse,
Ashok Jain,
Suhas Joshi and many others.
Sangeetateel Manikmotee
Author: V.V. Gokhale
Pages: 167 Price: Rs. 75/-
Late V.V. Gokhale was an avid lover of classical music. Himself being good harmonium player he
assisted several prominent classical singers.
In this book he not only told about some eminent artists in Music field, he has given lively
details of some of the major concerts, mehfils of singers like.
Shobha Gurtu Manik Verma Prabha Atre Jitendra Abhishekee Ram Marathe
Pt. Shivkumar Sharma G.N Joshi Faiyyaz Bhaskarbuva Joshi among others
