Overview
"Why English?"
A contemporary theatre and dance storytelling show about language and how it connects us all over the world!
A woman finds it hard to find work as an actor, since she can't speak the languages of her own land - India. The infamous colonial hangover creating chaos worldwide!
A journey of revelations using beautiful scenography, the spoken word and physical action.
Inspired by personal experiences and interactions, Vibhinna invites the audience to experience the nuances of linguistic diversity and its role in our interconnected world.
Edinburgh Fringe 2023 | Adelaide Fringe 2025
GRANT RECIPIENT - Adelaide Fringe 2025
GRANT RECIPIENT - Adelaide Fringe 2026
★★★★★ "fluid and sharp, unraveling and reweaving the threads of language, belonging, and loss" Binge Fringe
★★★★☆ "sombre representation of colonisation's long-term influence—a genuinely insightful show" Glam Adelaide
★★★★ "strong control of the body and creative movement choices makes for a dynamic show" Weekend Notes
Location
North Terrace, State Library Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000
