In this much awaited Kaavyaalaap session, Kathakali exponent Prabal Gupta will perform two sequences, one from Shakespeare's Macbeth and another from Antony and Cleopatra. The research work for these adaptations were undertaken by Guru Sri. Sadanam Balakrishnan. We will be honoured by his presence as the chief guest for this programme. Dr Shankar Rajaraman has written the Sanskrit lyrics for both the adaptations. Music direction and Vocals by Sri Sadanam Sivadas and Sri. Sadanam Jyothish Babu, Chenda and Edakkya accompaniment by Sri. Sadanam Ramakrishnan, and Maddalam by Sri. Sadanam Devadas. We also look forward to the presence of renowned dance critics, Prof. Sunil Kothari, Ms. Tapati Chowdhurie, and Ms. Ranee Kumar at this august gathering.