A well-attended community production of Sri Krishna Raayabaaram organised by the Abhyudaya Bala Kala Nataka Mandali was staged recently in Melbourne, bringing together local students, parents and volunteers for a performance rooted in the Mahabharata.
The Mahabharata, an ancient Hindu epic, is one of the oldest surviving literary traditions in the world and remains the longest poem ever written. With over 100,000 verses — roughly 1.8 million words — it is about ten times the length of the Iliad and the Odyssey combined, and far larger than any other known work in ancient or modern literature.
The skit, presented by a group of young performers, aimed to showcase elements of classical storytelling, dialogue delivery and traditional verse.
Participants, many of them school-aged children, presented their roles with confidence and preparation, receiving encouraging applause from the audience throughout the program. Parents and community members supported the performers with rehearsal assistance, costume preparation and backstage coordination.
The production featured a detailed stage setup, thematic props and traditional costumes, all designed to create an atmosphere reflective of the period depicted in the Mahabharata. Audience members responded warmly, and the event concluded with strong appreciation from those in attendance.
Organisers noted that the program was an opportunity to engage young people in cultural learning and performance skills, and expressed gratitude to families and volunteers who contributed to bringing the production to the stage.
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