Tag Archives: Ramlila

blog 228: ravanna’s stone of alchemy

Posted on January 10, 2012 by fairawayland

Today was the final day of our stay in the Holy City. I resolved to enjoy myself. I attended a staging and as a fully ‘blooded’ member of the Ravana Guild and Fan Club I cheered the swaggering villain as … Continue reading →

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blog 226: rama is an eton toff!

Posted on January 10, 2012 by fairawayland

The Tribe of Nicholson has enjoyed the Ramlila enormously! There are stages all over the city! So many in costume! As players or fans of each character! As each character swaggers on stage the fans cheer him. Or him as … Continue reading →

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blog 225: sin eaters

Posted on January 10, 2012 by fairawayland

The priest nodded. He looked out of the window at Benares as tears dropped down his cheeks. “The Ramlila as started. The 31 days of Rama. Our beloved Rajah rode his elephant through the streets to start the festival. The … Continue reading →

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