Chanakya is a show being presented by Chinmaya Mission of Alpharetta. It will be a 2.5 hour drama in English showcasing the patriotism and vision of a handful of common people to unite India into one large united nation, tied together by traditional, cultural and family values.

Special plans are being developed to depict fantastic battle scenes, inclusive of sword fighting, Alexander’s Phalanx and other army formations, right here on the stage in Atlanta.

We will also show case traditional colorful folk dances.

Chanakya was a towering multi-faceted personality, and the play will depict many of those including political intrigue, brilliant strategy, heroic battles, visionary teaching & able administration. The “Chanakya” team has done a lot of research and has developed elaborate plans for the show components. Highlights include:

• Play wil be set in a realistic 300 BC environment
• Huge cast of artists (Acharyas – 9; Children – 7; Greeks – 13; Kings – 13; Ladies – 4; Merchants – 3; Ministers – 8; Others – 5; Students – 6; Sainiks and officers – 14; Senapatis – 5; Villagers – 5; Dancers – 20)
  
• Large experienced production crew (almost 20 backstage people)
  
• Excellent offstage team of about 30 people
  
• Special period costumes based on roles (Kings, Ministers, Senapatis, Sainiks, Merchants, Acharya, Students, ladies and so on); previews to come soon
  
• Authentic props to include: coins, pots, urns, lamps, books, pens etc; previews to come soon
  
• Realistic settings of various darbars, gurukul, and a variety of locations
  
• Special custom made “bharateeya music” is being organized (with 300BC based instruments only, such as Veena, Flute, Dhundhubi, Manjira, Trumpets etc.)