Whether you are a theatre buff or are looking for a new form of entertainment, which is different from the screen-based ones that though in no way less tend to cause excessive screen time for us? Or simply looking for a reason as to why plays would be a good pastime, here are some plays that you can consider watching!

1)      Theatres provide relaxation, and entertainment simultaneously- Plays are one of the best entertainments if you care to indulge in one! A play encompasses a duration of time, where they draw you into a completely different world, and compel you with the story and the characters. Though far more real than a film, considering how the actors are also real, it also creates the perfect amount of illusion. Theatres are escapism, and entertainment, and also promise you a relaxing journey into another world, conjured on the stage!

2)      It’s Entertainment without screen time- While this may sound silly, one of the most pertinent things about theatres in this day and age which is important to point out is that it is the number one entertainment, without screen time, and this is so rare but so necessary. Screens while inevitable, are not good for your eyes. Having an activity like watching the theatre, guarantees a screenless couple of hours at least, while also keeping you engaged!

3)      Enhances creativity- Like most cultural mediums, theatre is a medium which can enhance your creativity. Theatre encompasses a story, the use of scenography to conjure another world, sets, lights, etc. Today with modern-day technology, scenography has reached massive heights. With the accessibility for more stories, interesting stories are being taken up and reinterpreted and put forth in the form of plays. Music, even historically has been an imperative part. Theatres, therefore, open the window to another world, make you think in new ways, and introduce you to new dramatic effects! It is something that boosts creativity!

4)      Sometimes, makes you think about social issues – Many plays, although this is based on your choice of the play to make it relevant tend to pick up contemporary social issues and display them and reflect upon them in some way or the other through their plays. Plays make you think about the world as well as draw you into another one!

5)      Language- Language is an integral component of plays. Watching plays helps to both enhance one’s language and this is usually a good practice if you want to learn a new language for instance!

So what is your reason? Are you convinced?