Malagasy theatre association celebrates 75 years with free performances

The Fikambanan’ny Mpanao Teatra Malagasy (FMTM) will host four free plays in Madagascar from November to December to mark its 75th anniversary.

The association plans to use these performances to introduce theatre to a wider audience and pass the art form down to younger generations. Four different theatre troupes will perform at Ivokolo Analakely. The Randrana troupe begins the celebrations on 14 November, followed by the Jeanette troupe on 21 November.

On 5 December, the Orimbato troupe will perform, and the Sakaizan’ny Teatra Malagasy troupe will conclude the series on 12 December. The FMTM brings together historic and modern companies located in various regions, including Anosy, Fianarantsoa, Toamasina, and Moramanga. The association also runs workshops to train students and young people in performing arts. President Joro Rivomendrika stated that the selection of these specific plays aims to preserve the foundations of Malagasy theatre while considering its future.