Drama and theatre have long served as dynamic mediums through which societies narrate their myths, record their histories, and preserve traditions. The interplay of myth, history, and tradition shapes the content and form of dramatic expression, influencing storytelling techniques, character archetypes, and performance styles across different cultures and time periods. This international conference seeks to explore the multifaceted relationships between myth, history, and tradition in drama and theatre, examining how these elements contribute to cultural identity, narrative structures, and the evolution of performance art From ancient religious rituals and mythological narratives to modern reinterpretations of historical and traditional themes, drama and theatre remain deeply rooted in collective memory and cultural expression. By analyzing classical and contemporary works, this conference aims to foster a deeper understanding of how myths serve as allegorical frameworks, how history informs dramatic storytelling, and how traditions provide a foundation for evolving theatrical forms. The discussions will also explore how theatre functions as a means of social and political commentary, enabling playwrights and performers to engage with contemporary issues through historical and mythical lenses.

Conference Themes

*Religious and Ritualistic Origins in Theatre

*Modern Adaptations of Mythology

*Oral Storytelling Traditions in Theatre

*Folk Traditions as Theatrical Narratives

*Theatre as a Tool for Political Critique

*Myth and History in Political Theatre

*Reinterpretation of Historical Dramas for Modern Audiences

*Drama as a Medium for Cultural Preservation

*Ritual and Performance in Indigenous Theatres

*Preserving Indigenous Narratives in Contemporary Drama

*Theatre as a Medium for Remembering and Reckoning with History

*Holocaust, Genocide, and Colonialism in Drama

*Postcolonial Theatre and the Rewriting of History

Registration Registration Fee: Faculty / Academicians / other participants: INR. 1500/ Research Scholars: INR. 750

Payment Details: Bank Name: Canara Bank, CUK Campus, Kadaganchi IFSC Code: CNRB0005109 Account Number: 510910100118

Resource Persons:

Prof. David Schalkwyk School of English and Drama Queen Mary University of London, London, England 

Prof. Elisabetta Marino Professor University of Rome Tor Vergata 

Selected papers will be published in an edited book with Peter Lang.