ัMekhala & Ramasura: The Jewel of Light and the Storm
Journey into the world of Thai mythology through a captivating fusion of classical Thai dance, storytelling, music and puppetry.
*Mekhala & Ramasura: The Jewel of Light and the Storm* brings to life one of Thailand’s most enduring legends. Mekhala, the Goddess of Lightning, guards a radiant crystal jewel while evading the relentless pursuit of Ramasura, the Giant of Thunder. Their celestial struggle is believed to explain the lightning and thunder that illuminate the skies during the monsoon season.
Created, written and performed by Thai classical dancer Ammerry Salisbury, this visually striking production combines authentic Thai dance, elaborate costume, theatrical storytelling and puppetry to introduce audiences to a rich cultural tradition rarely seen on UK stages. Featuring live interaction between performers and puppet characters representing Hanuman and Ramasura, the production blends movement, music and visual storytelling to reimagine an ancient myth for contemporary audiences.
Rooted in centuries of Thai artistic heritage while remaining accessible to modern viewers, the production explores themes of courage, perseverance, power and transformation. Audiences are transported into a magical world where gods, giants and legendary heroes shape the forces of nature.
A unique and enchanting celebration of Thai culture, mythology and performance.
Cast and Crew
Written and adapted by Ammerry Salisbury
Director:Ammerry Salisbury
Cast: Ammerry Salisbury & Mark Salisbury
Produced by: Ammerry Salisbury Thai Dance
Running time: 50mins
Content Warnings: Suitable for ages 8+. This performance may include sound effects representing thunder and theatrical lighting effects representing lightning.
Audience Guidelines
Latecomers will not be admitted. Ticket purchases are non refundable.
Concession prices apply to students; under 18s; pensioners; those on disability and unemployment benefits; Equity, BECTU & SDUK members.
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Venue: The Bread and Roses Theatre
Home of The Lambeth Fringe, The Bread & Roses, is an award-winning and innovative fringe pub theatre.
A 50-seat fringe venue above The Bread & Roses Pub, the theatre programs a wide-spread variety of productions for local as well as far-reaching audiences. Equality, diversity and artistic quality are at the forefront of the theatre's programming, which features in-house productions as well as many visiting companies. The theatre regularly hosts touring shows and has worked with award-winning ensembles with decades of experience but also frequently welcomes and supports emerging theatre-makers taking their first steps. The programme includes new writing, contemporary revivals, reinvented classics and occasionally also devised work, improvisational theatre, comedy events, family shows and physical theatre.
Recently renovated, The Bread and Roses Theatre features brand new tiered seating, with 50 new individual seats, and a professional floor.
Theatre: Capacity 50, full rig, lighting desk and sound system. Projector and mics hire-able.
Perfect for: Theatre, new-writing, WIP, solo shows and boundary pushing work.
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