Vignesh R Nair

Mentored Grades 6–8 through scriptwriting, set design, mask making, production development, acting techniques, scene blocking, and lighting/sound principles. Enabled students to independently conceptualize and execute theatre productions exploring Greek Theatre, Ensemble Theatre, Realism, and Commedia Dell'Arte.

Collaborated on festival design, decoration, audience management, and interactive environment creation. Worked with international artists from Austria, South Korea, Germany, Switzerland, and Sri Lanka.

Trained in theatre for autistic audiences, Kelly Hunter's Heartbeat Method, Shakespeare-based accessibility models, and inclusive performance practices.

Performed in The Hatseller's Tale (with Sri Lankan team), Frozen (musical, King Agnarr + Tenor/Cajon), The Party (Commedia Dell'Arte), Dying For It (Fantastic Realism), The Love for Three Oranges (Commedia Dell'Arte), The Last Leaf (Realism), and street theatre addressing social issues.

Conducted applied theatre sessions with dementia patients using games, art therapy, and mood enhancement activities for safe creative expression.