Kenneth Desai on The Gate of Years, Storytelling & the Art of Acting | NMACC Culture Conversations

What does it take to bring an entire world to life on stage, playing multiple characters without changing costumes? At NMACC, veteran actor Kenneth Desai takes us into the world of The Gate of Years, his solo dramatic storytelling performance that journeys through themes of love, loss, redemption and human resilience. In conversation with Hrishi K, Kenneth reflects on how studying literature shaped him as an actor, the evolution of theatre, and the differences between performing on stage and on screen. He also shares why he chose this story, how he inhabits its many characters, and the challenges of bringing each one to life through voice and performance alone. From the role of music in the production, featuring Vivaan Shah, to his thoughts on what young actors can learn about their craft, Kenneth offers a fascinating perspective on storytelling, acting and a life spent in theatre. He also looks back at performing at The Cube and how the experience has evolved over the years. Watch this conversation for a closer look at the craft behind The Gate of Years and the enduring power of live performance at NMACC. 0:00 - Introduction 0:47 - The Gate of Years at NMACC: Kenneth Desai's Solo Performance 1:32 - How Studying Literature Shaped Kenneth Desai as an Actor 5:21 - Theatre Then and Now: Kenneth Desai on His Early Days 8:35 - Acting on Screen vs Performing on Stage 13:28 - Why Kenneth Desai Chose The Gate of Years for Solo Storytelling 15:25 - Why Dramatic Storytelling Instead of a Full-Length Play? 19:07 - How to Play Multiple Characters Without Changing Costumes 22:27 - Living the Story: How The Gate of Years Changed His Perspective 24:18 - Vivaan Shah's Music and Its Impact on the Performance 26:01 - Kenneth Desai on What Young Actors Can Learn About Acting 30:33 - Returning to The Cube at NMACC: Then vs Now 33:43 - Closing About Channel: Fever FM is the fastest growing Contemporary Bollywood Station in the country and the destination station for youth with listenership of over 16 million. Since launch, Fever FM has introduced content across various genres (music and non-music. Fever FM has also powered the sports and IPL revolution in the country with partnerships with the biggest franchises across the country. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:    / @feverfmofficial   For more updates follow us on: YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Aje1BD Facebook -   / feverfmofficial   Twitter -   / feverfmofficial   Instagram -   / feverfmofficial   Website - http://www.fever.fm