The Sitayana (Or “How to Make an Exit”) presented by CHUANG Stage
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The Sitayana (Or “How to Make an Exit”) presented by CHUANG Stage Written by Lavina Jadhwani, directed by Tushar Mathew October 14 - October 31, 2026 Boston Center for the Arts, Black Box Theatre Drawing from one of the greatest epics ever told, acclaimed playwright Lavina Jadhwani (1983–2025) boldly reimagines the Ramayana through the eyes of Sita—the princess, the queen, the wife, the mother, and this time, the author of her own story. Part Sanskrit epic, part coming-of-age story, and ultimately a break-up play, The Sitayana is a vibrant, witty exploration of love, duty, liberation, and the courage to know when—and how—to make an exit. With movement devised by the ensemble, the production holds that Sita was never one woman: she is all of us. At CHUANG Stage, tickets are "Pay-As-You-Are" to provide radical access to theatre for those who identify as working-class immigrants of Asian American descent, a population in Boston underrepresented in arts and culture patrons. When you "Pay-As-You-Are," we empower you to select the ticket price that best reflects your socio-economic status and to take action for community accountability to make the arts accessible to all. Late seating will only be permitted up to 10 minutes after the theatre doors have closed. Please be mindful that the time on your ticket is the start time of the performance, regardless of pre show or post show events that are scheduled. Click here to learn more about the cast, crew, and engagement and educational programs before and after the show! CHUANG Stage is Boston’s Asian American professional non-profit theatre company, in residency at the Boston Center for the Arts.
