Why English? - A contemporary theatre and dance storytelling show about language
A woman finds it hard to find work as an actor, since she can’t speak the languages of her own land - India. Infamous colonial hangover creating chaos worldwide! Powerful yet light. ★★★★★ Binge Fringe
@vibhinnaramdev
Venue: Crawford Room, Courtyard of Curiosities at the State Library, Adelaide
Address: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Date: March 3rd - 8th
Time: 5:30 pm
Ticket: 30 AUD
Buy / Ticket: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/why-english-af2026
: https://www.instagram.com/vibhinnaramdev/
: https://www.facebook.com/vibhinna/
Call: 1300621255
Address: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Date: March 3rd - 8th
Time: 5:30 pm
Ticket: 30 AUD
Buy / Ticket: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/why-english-af2026
: https://www.instagram.com/vibhinnaramdev/
: https://www.facebook.com/vibhinna/
Call: 1300621255
A woman finds it hard to find work as an actor, since she can’t speak the languages of her own land - India.
Was this not normal? She starts feeling like a stranger in her own home. The infamous colonial hangover creating chaos worldwide!
Witness a journey of revelations using beautiful scenography, the spoken word and physical action.
Inspired by personal experiences and interactions, Vibhinna invites the audience to experience the nuances of linguistic diversity and its role in our interconnected world. A light hearted show with a powerful undertone!
World Premiere - Edinburgh Fringe 2023
Australian Premiere - Adelaide Fringe 2025
★★★★★ “Ramdev moves like memory—fluid and sharp, unraveling and reweaving the threads of language, belonging, and loss” - Binge Fringe
★★★★☆ “..a sobre representation of colonisation’s long-term influence on a child —a genuinely insightful show” - Glam Adelaide
★★★★ “Ramdev’s strong control of the body and creative movement choices makes for a dynamic show” - Weekend Notes
★★★★ "Colonial legacy, dance theatre, solo, self-actualisation and nice fabrics" Gareth Vile
Was this not normal? She starts feeling like a stranger in her own home. The infamous colonial hangover creating chaos worldwide!
Witness a journey of revelations using beautiful scenography, the spoken word and physical action.
Inspired by personal experiences and interactions, Vibhinna invites the audience to experience the nuances of linguistic diversity and its role in our interconnected world. A light hearted show with a powerful undertone!
World Premiere - Edinburgh Fringe 2023
Australian Premiere - Adelaide Fringe 2025
★★★★★ “Ramdev moves like memory—fluid and sharp, unraveling and reweaving the threads of language, belonging, and loss” - Binge Fringe
★★★★☆ “..a sobre representation of colonisation’s long-term influence on a child —a genuinely insightful show” - Glam Adelaide
★★★★ “Ramdev’s strong control of the body and creative movement choices makes for a dynamic show” - Weekend Notes
★★★★ "Colonial legacy, dance theatre, solo, self-actualisation and nice fabrics" Gareth Vile