The Return of the Sultan

A play by

Basav Biradar

Duration -   90 Minutes

No of characters -   5

Short Synopsis

The play uses the re-appearance of Tipu Sultan and his favorite minister Ghulam Ali Khan in 21st century Srirangapatna to examine the political upheavals in the 18th century Mysore. This satire takes you on a journey int...Read Full Synopsis


The Return of the Sultan

A play By Basav Biradar

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Synopsis

The play uses the re-appearance of Tipu Sultan and his favorite minister Ghulam Ali Khan in 21st century Srirangapatna to examine the political upheavals in the 18th century Mysore. This satire takes you on a journey into the 18th century capital through its present day condition and fantasises if Tipu can bring back glory to the place in today's neo-liberal times.

Duration

90   Minutes

No of characters

5

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