Mysore/Mysuru, March 9 -- Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival-2024, organised by Rangayana, Mysuru, got off to a good start at Vanaranga in the premises of the repertory on Vinobha Road in the city on Thursday.

The annual Theatre Festival planned with unique theme every year, this time is themed after 12th Century social reformer Basavanna's vachana 'Iva Nammava Iva Nammava' meaning 'He/ she is ours' spreading the message of inclusiveness in the society.

Noted film lyricist and writer Jayant Kaikini inaugurated the Festival by lifting the screen from which emerged the artistes dressed as Basavanna and Sharanas embodying the theme of the Theatre Festival. The five-day Theatre Festival concludes on Mar. 11.

In his address, Kaikini said: ...