A touching clown comedy about body image and friendship

Clowning is an art form that originated centuries ago and has become a favourite with many theatre makers in Bengaluru. With the rise of clowning shows for children and adults, PB Theatres has come up with a new play called Stick to itIt will be performed at the Bangalore International Centre (BIC) on July 4 at 7 pm

The work is a dramatic clown show about the world of a grumpy clown boutique and what happens when a Kathak clown jumps into the boutique as a customer. It talks about women’s bodies and how their body type makes them conscious of what they wear. It makes a statement about the ideal body type and it also ties into how the fashion design industry shapes everyone’s perception of clothing.

More than just a play, this is an immersive journey into a world of laughter, friendship and fashion | Photo credit: Special arrangement

unique design

Stick to it The story begins with an elegant shopkeeper clown whose passion for fashion drives her to create unique designs that break with tradition. When the elegant Kathak clown walks into her shop in search of the perfect costume for a performance, their encounter sets off a series of hilarious misadventures. As the shopkeeper clown displays her eccentric designs, the Kathak clown feels insecure about her body image, leading to a series of hilarious arguments and silly behavior. However, amidst the chaos, a heartwarming friendship begins to develop between the two clowns as they learn to accept each other’s quirks and celebrate the joy of living in the present moment.

The play was performed by Kalyan Mudris, Jaydev Bhanushali, Nia Shah, Mayuri Ravindra, Snigdha Mukta and the play’s director Paridi Bhandari. HinduismParidi said the play highlights the importance of self-acceptance and learning to accept yourself. “The themes of friendship, self-acceptance and pursuing one’s dreams run through the play. The Kathak clown’s struggle with body image insecurities highlights the importance of self-acceptance and learning to accept yourself, flaws and all. The clown shop owner’s passion for fashion and her determination to create unique designs reflects the theme of pursuing one’s dreams regardless of obstacles or setbacks,” she said.

Immersive Journey

“This is more than just a play, it’s an immersive journey into a world of laughter, friendship and fashion. The play’s unique blend of physical comedy, audience participation and thought-provoking themes make for an unforgettable experience for all. Every moment of the play is filled with energy, creativity and genuine feeling,” she added.

The performance contains nonsense language and is open to anyone over the age of 15. RSVP for the 75-minute show is available through the BIC website or this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoGoVu8Wy8MQTzsQg433jTkzGQI0V0WO8oJgq9jp6IjCvuvw/viewform.