Why English?
A woman finds it hard to find work as an actor, since she can’t speak the languages of her own land - India. The infamous colonial hangover creating chaos worldwide!
A journey of revelations using beautiful scenography, the spoken word and physical action.
Inspired by personal experiences and interactions, Vibhinna invites the audience to experience the nuances of linguistic diversity and its role in our interconnected world.
Edinburgh Fringe 2023 | Adelaide Fringe 2025
★★★★★ “fluid and sharp, unraveling and reweaving the threads of language, belonging, and loss” Binge Fringe
★★★★☆ “sobre representation of colonisation’s long-term influence—a genuinely insightful show” Glam Adelaide
★★★★ “strong control of the body and creative movement choices makes for a dynamic show” Weekend Notes
Presented by: Vibhinna Ramdev
Vibhinna Ramdev, a versatile performing artist from Bangalore, boasts a rich 24-year journey spanning dance, theatre, and film. Initially a dancer, she transitioned into theatre and later into dance/physical theatre.
She wrote and directed “The Cross Connection,” a 3-minute short film for the Rode Reel Festival, where it was one of the top 5 finalists in the Indian Regional category (2017).
She co-directed and choreographed, a dance theatre stage production based on the novel Einstein’s Dreams by Alan Lightman, a part of the “History of Ideas” program with Bangalore Little Theatre. Further being developed into an original adaption to include video projection mapping in collaboration with a film maker.
Currently touring her solo physical-theatre show premiered at Edinburgh Fringe 2023.
Sessions
The Crawford Room at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the State Library:
Main Bond Store at The Waikerie Bond Store:
The Murray River Queen:
Ticket Prices
Prices may not be available on all sessions
All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (some exceptions apply). Read more at Fees explained.
3 Venues
The Crawford Room at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the State Library
North Terrace, Adelaide, Kaurna
- The only access to this space is via steps/stairs.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
The Murray River Queen
Grant Schubert Dr, Loxton, Ngarkat
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Main Bond Store at The Waikerie Bond Store
Waikerie Riverfront, Leonard Norman Dr, Waikerie, Meru
Entrance to the venue can be found via Leonard Norman Drive, access off of Peake Terrace by Waikerie Riverfront Water and Nature Play.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Audio Content
- Audience members interact from the seated or standing area
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language
