Mysuru, March 28 -- Former Chairperson of Karnataka Nataka Academy and actress Malathi Sudhir has expressed regret over how the unity among theatre artistes is dwindling.

She was speaking during World Theatre Day celebrations, organised by Karnataka Nataka Academy and Mysuru District Amateur Theatre Artistes Forum at Bhoomigeetha, Rangayana in the city yesterday.

Malathi said, 'Everyone must celebrate World Theatre Day, but lack of unity among artistes is palpable and should be eradicated. The involvement of everybody in building a theatre is pivotal, with inter-personal coordination, which otherwise may be a hurdle in continuing with the activities.'

'The field of theatre is considered as masculine, and whoever has embraced stage must...