It’s been a few years (like maybe 20) since I have been to a play, and usually I am not much inclined to go to one, either.

But tomorrow will find me at the Ranga Shankara theatre at 7:30pm, to watch Romeo and Juliet.

Why this sudden change of heart? Well, apart from the fact that this play features some friends of mine, it is also a peek at the next generation of performing artists in Bangalore, who will take over from the current incumbents. The people acting in this play are usually seen acting in minor roles in most stage productions, but are stepping into the limelight this time. That deserves support, and it certainly has mine. So I, the wife, the daughter and bunches of friends shall be at the theatre by 7pm to watch “The Next Generation” take their first few steps.

If you are planning to be there, make sure you are in time. Ranga Shankara apparently is tough as nails about late comers. Once the play starts, latecomers will be denied entry. Period.