GURU OF CHAI
INDIAN INK THEATRE COMPANY
01 AUGUST - 11 AUGUST 2024
“Nothing short of genius” - Time Out Singapore
Guru of Chai has been described as a work of genius.
The contradictions of modern India, with its iPhones and ancient gods, come alive in this much-loved play from one of New Zealand’s finest performers.
A poor chai-wallah (tea-seller) has his life changed forever when a young girl is abandoned at a busy railway station and brings the place to a standstill with the beauty of her singing.
Jacob Rajan stars as a buck-toothed Guru, dispensing dubious spiritual wisdom while channelling 17 perfectly realised characters in this gripping romantic thriller.
Outrageously funny and heartbreakingly beautiful, with a killer live sound track, this is not to be missed.
Winner: Best Actor, Best Composer, Best New Play
“Genius” – Stuff
“Flawless” – Sydney Morning Herald
“Mesmerizing” – NZ Herald
“Sheer brilliance… a joy to behold” - NZ Listener
Makes you laugh, shows you magic and touches your heart – Arts Hub Sydney. *****
Performances
Tuesdays - Saturdays: 7pm
Sunday: 4 pm
Tickets from $35 - $65
Run time: 80 minutes
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