Beneath the Music

A poetic physical theatre work created by Jay Emmanuel and written by Karthika Naïr, exploring the journey from resistance to acceptance of queerness, across generations and cultures. The story follows Keshav and his husband as they settle into their new home in Australia. When Keshav is called back to India to support his family, he faces his mother’s disapproval of his identity and life choices. A surprise encounter with an ancient festival and a traditional Indian tale aids their journey towards mutual love and acceptance. Drawn from Naïr’s award-winning book Until The Lions which looks at Indian classic, Mahabharata through queerness, the work uncovers and celebrates gender, sexuality, and intimacy. A team of internationally renowned performers and a stellar creative team bring this work to life through poignant and energetic theatrical vignettes combining dance and theatre.