Playwright Ahilan Karunaharan. Photo: Supplied by publicist
An old mixtape is at the centre of the latest play by writer, director and actor Ahilan Karunaharan.
Ahilan, who is of Sri Lankan descent, uses the recorded music to chart a mother's former life in a small coastal village before she came to live in New Zealand.
In A Mixtape for Maladies the discovery of the recording opens up the family history - one that's described as bittersweet.
The playwright's work has been guided by his own personal heritage and family stories and in this production he delves into the power of song and music.
Ahilan talks to Kathryn about the final part of a trilogy that follows Tea and The Mourning After.
A Mixtape for Maladies is a collaboration between Agaram Productions, the Auckland Theatre Company and the Auckland Arts Festival. There are 20 shows running throughout March.at the ASB Waterfront Theatre.
