ENCHANTMENT
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Doors Open: 1:30PM
Performance Time: 2-3:30PM (no intermission)
Post Show Reception: 3:30-4:30PM
Venue: The International House at the University of Chicago
1414 E. 59th St.
Chicago, IL
ABOUT ENCHANTMENT
A bioplay of the life and music of Ravi Shankar
Enchantment is an intimate theatrical journey into the inner life of music giant Ravi Shankar.
This is not a standard retelling of Shankar's legendary career. Instead, this bioplay steps into the inner world of the sitar maestro — his doubts, regrets, struggles, and the fierce resolve that carried him from a boy dancer in Paris to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Through moments of vulnerability and brilliance, the play reveals how Ravi Shankar transformed adversity into artistic triumph.
Written by Gowri Ramnarayan and shaped by the maestro's own witty and poignant words, Enchantment weaves theatre, live dance, and music into a richly immersive experience. The production features Ravi Shankar's original sitar recordings and exclusive compositions rendered by Bombay Jayashri, with Aditya Prakash, Vignesh Ishwar, and Chaitra Sairam.
PERFORMERS
Yohan Chacko, Aarabi Veeraraghavan, Bhavya Kumaran & Harini Nilakantan
RECORDED MUSIC
Original Sitar Tracks: Pandit Ravi Shankar Vocals: Bombay Jayashri Ramnath with Aditya Prakash, Vignesh Ishwar, and Chaitra Sairam Tabla: Sai Shravanam Flute: Vishnu Vijay
PRODUCTION
Play, Direction, Design: Gowri Ramnarayan Lighting & Sound: Sneha Sheejith Music Recorded, Mixed & Mastered By: Sai Shravanam, Resound India Produced By: JustUs Repertory
Accessibility: If you have questions or would like additional information on accessibility and accommodations in place for this event, please contact The International House at 773-753-2274 or i-house-programs@uchicago.edu.
Address and Entrance Directions: The International House, Assembly Hall,1414 E. 59th St., Chicago, IL 60637, Enter via S. Dorchester Ave. doors.
Registration is Required
