Art and Culture

Thats the way a story is told

Telling folk tales or stories from the epics to children is a part of our oral history, as across the world. But it is also an art and challenge too, how to retain their interest, particularly with a multitude of channels open to them today. Deepa Kiran of Hyderabad is a modern storyteller who brings old stories alive with lan - dancing, acting, playing the flute or tambourine. Mesmerised by her act at a recent event, Ranjita Biswas chats with the artist to discover what makes her tick

by Trans World Features December 04, 2021