THE National Cultural Centre is the place to be on Saturday January 31 when the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha presents its magnificent production Naya Zamana – A Royal Twist. The show has all of the elements which make it a truly spectacular extravaganza. Superb dance, music and drama combine with breath-taking and elaborate sets, special lighting effects and glamorous and dazzling costumes in this not to be missed presentation. Meticulous attention has been paid to every detail.
Presented in story form, A Royal Twist follows renowned actress Riya Patel’s (played by Dr. Indhira Harry) journey from stage to direction. Riya’s dream is to present the epic love story of Salim and Anarkali of the Mughal era. This story is intertwined with her own personal experiences which include a surprise visit from the past in a grand Naya Zamana production that covers two eras.

Director and Choreographer of the production, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, has been working long hours with the 60-member cast to achieve the perfect visuals for her story, an original one which she has penned. According to Dr. Persaud, this year’s production has allowed her to let her imagination run riot in crafting a script which conjures up the splendour and romance of a bygone era as well as the drama of present day. With numerous dance styles being featured, a fabulous soundtrack, talented cast, majestic sets and dazzling costumes, the production is bound to sparkle in every way. Costumes and sets are designed by Trishala Persaud. Cloud Nine Inc. has been roped in to add spectacular lighting for the production.
Playing the lead roles are Dr. Indhira Harry as actress turned director, Riya Patel, US based choreographer and dancer Noman Ahmad as the debonair Sid Sharma, Zahrah Alli as the famous Mughal dancer Anarkali, Arun Subramaniam as Prince Saleem and Nazim Hussain as Emperor Akbar. Winner of the E-Networks Emerging Voices Competition, Vishale Sukram will also be part of the production.

The cast of Naya Zamana is super excited to present this special installment of NayaZamana, one of Guyana’s most awaited dance and theatrical productions. The producers are particularly inviting those who have never been to any Naya Zamana to come and experience the Naya Zamana magic. This year, the production celebrates its 20th Anniversary.
Tickets for the show cost $3,500, $3,000 and $2,000 and are on sale at the Pandit Reepu Daman Persaud Dharmic Kendra – Prashad Nagar, Red Mango – Robb Street, E-Networks (Camp Street and Port Mourant, Berbice), Bhagwans – Water Street, Payless Variety Store – Vreed-en-Hoop and the National Cultural Centre or patrons can call 227-6181 or 219-1900. Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha