Team Herald
MARGAO: The mismanagement of Goa’s recently renovated premier cultural institution, Kala Academy, came under scrutiny yet again on Sunday evening after a ticketed performance was disrupted mid-show. A lighting glitch halted the Marathi play Purush for about 15 minutes at the Dinanath Mangeshkar Auditorium, forcing lead actors Sharad Ponkshe and Spruha Joshi to apologise to the audience during the interruption.
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The professional theatre group coming from Maharashtra was visibly upset over the technical failure, which occurred in the midst of a crucial scene. Noted Marathi actor Ponkshe later criticised the poor quality of the sound and lighting systems, along with the overall management of the iconic venue. The embarrassing incident has since gone viral on social media, drawing renewed attention to concerns about the quality of renovation and upkeep at Kala Academy.
Speaking to the media after the show, actor Sharad Ponkshe expressed deep disappointment, stating that the carefully crafted lighting design of Purush could not be experienced by the audience due to the technical glitch. He lamented that a prestigious venue like the Dinanath Mangeshkar Auditorium continues to function without a dedicated manager, calling the situation “unfortunate.” Ponkshe urged Chief Minister Pramod Sawant to personally intervene and take steps to improve the condition and management of Kala Academy.
