Shumang Leela

Shumang Leela or Shumang Kumhei (English: Courtyard Play) is a traditional form of theatre in Manipur, North East India.[1][2] The theatre is arranged in the form of open air from four sides. The roles are all played by male actors, some dressed as beautiful ladies.[3][4][5] This traditional theatre form was prevalent since the time of monarchical rule in Manipur.[6] But the proper form of Shumang Leela had its inception in 1895 A.D.

In 2017, Shougrakpam Hemanta was conferred with the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in recognition of his contribution in Shumang Leela.[7] With this, he became the first person to receive the award for this art form.

Observance

An annual event, Shumang Leela Day, commemorates the art form.[8] The Iboyaima Shumang Leela Lifetime Achievement Award is presented on this day.[9]

Notable artists

References
  1. Seram, Neken Singh. "Manipuri Shumang Lila: Best social folk medium – KanglaOnline".
  2. "ManipurOnline… Dealing With The Issues » Shumang Lila: Presentation & Representation Of Culture".
  3. "President of India to confer Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards (Akademi Puraskar) for the Year 2017". pib.gov.in.
  4. "Indian Observer Post". indianobserverpost.com.
  5. "Shumang Leela is the most vibrant performing art form: Joykumar • Pothashang". December 10, 2018.
  6. Rajmani Ayekpam. "SHUMANG LEELA, THE HOTTEST CURRY FOR MANIPURIS". e-pao.net. Retrieved 2 July 2021.
  7. "President of India to confer Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards (Akademi Puraskar) for the Year 2017". pib.gov.in.
  8. PB7, Team (March 4, 2014). "Shumang leela, the Courtyard theatre of Manipur".
  9. "Theater Of Manipur". themanipurpage.tripod.com.
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