Jevnnant Fator’ (Stone in Food), Roseferns’ 99th production, one less to touch century-mark, focuses on family ties and how others’ involvement can have adverse effects on the members of the family.
Interference by neighbours can easily destroy the peace that prevails among the members of the family. Doubts created in the minds of siblings or spouses result in misunderstandings and drift. And the only option left for peace and harmony in the family is to keep or stay away from such disastrous elements.
Poisoning of mind and heart by cheap talk or gossip can often be disastrous to the members of the family. And if one gets carried away by such destructive people, then one can only expect disharmony and discord in a household.
Sometimes small things make a big difference in a family. And when things are sorted out through sharing, then mutual understanding helps strengthen ties, resulting in growth and everlasting ties.
The story revolves around Carlos (Roseferns), his elder son, Julius (Jaison) and his spouse, Zenobia (Meena Goes) and younger son Chris (Francisco). Chris is interested in Anjali (Sonia) and his sister-in-law Zenobia assists him to tie the knot.
While Julius is abroad, Chris treats Zenobia as his own and has a soft-corner for his sister-in-law. Their relationship is more of siblings, but uncle Pinja (Jaju) views it maliciously and tries to create a rift in the family.
On the sly, Pinja tries to poison Anjali’s mind by baking stories about Chris and Zenobia. But fortunately the head of the family, Carlos keeps Pinja away and makes things very clear to his daughter-in-law, to avoid misunderstandings.
Out of the blues, a tragedy strikes in the family and everything goes to a toss. There’s turmoil, grief, pain, followed by doubts, hatred among the family members. Will peace return in the family? Will those drifted apart unite forever?
Roseferns’ tiatr ‘Jevnnant Fator’ is a family melodrama, carrying a fine script and sleek direction. As usual, there are twists and turns, which make viewing interesting. As the tiatr concludes, a strong message is finally delivered by the director to the audience.
When it comes to family issues, Roseferns knows what is best for the viewers. And he brings out the subject quite tactfully, with progress and climax, leaving his fans glued to their seats till the end. With enough experience under his sleeves, the director carries the art of winning the hearts of tiatr lovers, with regards to drama, comedy and songs.
Roseferns stands tall as the head of the family, both in act and dialogues. Jaison and Francisco as siblings and their spouses, Meena and Sonia respectively, have played their roles fairly well. The outfits of Sonia are a replica of Antonette de Maina, who is no longer in the troupe. Jaju as a villain draws instant attention from the audience. Michael looks comfortable as the police inspector. Juvenile, the newcomer on stage, has played double roles with ease.
In the comic acts, Nato, Joyel, Dorothy and Juvenile make good efforts for laughter riot on stage. And Jaju’s entry among the foursome makes the viewing enjoyable. They all carry good amusement pills under their sleeve. Check out the ‘remote control’ episode.
In the category of songs, with the opening song by Jaison, there are solos from Michael, Dorothy, Meena, Roseferns and two duos by Jaju and Michael, Jaison and Francisco. A political solo by Saby de Divar and a quartet by Saby de Divar, Francisco, Joel and Jaju as four blind men receive encores.
More than the decent or comedy songs, the tiatr audience still prefer to enjoy political songs in any tiatr. And Saby de Divar knows what and how to deliver to his fans.
Among those providing live music offstage, there’s Alloy (trumpet), Jane (saxophone), Sanford (keyboard), bass (Ansley) and Ivo (drums). The band members have entertained the audience with good music. The stage sets are by Anthony de Ambajim and lights have been handled by Tremson.
Overall, it’s fine entertainment with regards to the drama, songs and comedy. A good watch with family and friends.