REP Foundry Festival: Introducing Made In India Britain
Made In India Britain has been created by REP Foundry theatre maker Rinkoo Barpaga, a personal show that gives an insight into one man's life as he tries to fathom exactly who he is. We caught up with him, as he tells us more about what to expect from the show...
Can you tell us more about Made In India Britain?
The focus of Made In India Britain is really about my identity and where I belong. Both looking at, and exploring who I am. I have moved around a lot trying to find somewhere to settle and this show really delves into these past experiences.
What can the audience expect from the show?
I've faced some hard times throughout my life so that's what I want to try and incorporate and reflect in the play, but it will be a bit of comedy as well!
Why is the show important to you?
My story is a bit of an untold story. As a deaf, brown man living the hard way, the hard life, there's nobody else out there telling that story yet. Or I haven't seen anybody at least telling that story in the mainstream.
Where did your inspiration come from for the piece?
I think I've come from a different world, so when I finally applied and was accepted to be part of the REP Foundry, I felt great about that because I think it just opened a door for me. It's also got me thinking as well, I'm thinking all the time, I can't switch off, I'm always thinking. So The REP's had a huge influence on me and I'm starting to really understand about humans and what it is to be a human.
What would you say to someone who has not yet booked for REP Foundry Festival?
I would say if you want to get an understanding about what's going on in the world and how people share their stories or emotions then go. It's a great way of exploring and learning - you understand so much more from seeing a play.
Made In India Britain plays as part of REP Foundry Festival 2018 on Thursday 22 November, 7.30pm and Saturday 24 November at 4pm. Both performances will feature BSL and voiceover.
Book for Thursday's performance as part of The REP Foundry Double Bill here.
Book for Saturday's performance as part of The REP Foundry Finale here.
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