Ulluram encourages discussions on child sexual abuse, bodily dignity, rights
The Hindu
‘We hope to work with empathetic teachers keen on taking this message forward’
Theatre group Marappachi in collaboration with the Students Federation of India (SFI), Chennai Central, staged ‘Ulluram,’ in the city on Sunday, a play stressing on the importance of creating safe spaces, encouraging discussions on the prevention of child sexual abuse, bodily dignity and rights, and healing.
Several discussions with social activists, artists and teachers, as well as incidents of child sexual abuse being reported through the media formed the foundation for the monologue, said renowned playwright and scholar Mangai. “Every word we have in the monologue is a testimonial — it has a name and place behind it. While we need structural changes to create safe spaces for children, we also want a more complex and deeper understanding which is why the monologue attempts to shed light on bodily dignity, healing and surviving,” she said.
‘Ulluram,’ staged thrice on Sunday, had three different actors — Anbarasi, Satakshi, and Mridula taking the stage for each show.