Theatre troupe Actomania is set to stage an adaptation of Paulo Coelho's “The Alchemist” as its fourth production, titled “The Alchemist: Subarnasrastha”.
Adapted by Mahfuz Islam Megh and directed by Talha Zubaer, the production follows a young man who travels from Andalusia to the Egyptian pyramids in search of treasure, leading him on a journey of self-discovery and purpose.
The production explores the novel's themes of aspiration, purpose, and destiny rather than focusing solely on its adventure narrative.
The play is scheduled to premiere soon at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. The cast and crew are currently rehearsing.
The cast includes Shashank Saha, Kamruzzaman Topu, Sayem Sizan, Saira Akter, Salauddin Evan, Fatema Elma, Kamrul Tihan, Mahbuba Mou, Sanvi Mir, Marzuk Hasan and others.
Actomania has previously staged “Hamlet Machine” and “The Man Outside”. The troupe also staged Henrik Ibsen's “When We Dead Awaken”, directed by Nowrin Sazzad Bristy.