Rhia Ahuja

IR3018

The stage design for Metamorphosis explores the theme of "disconnections and connection," reflecting Gregor Samsa’s profound isolation. The set is fragmented and disjointed, with shifting, uneven spaces that create a sense of detachment. Gregor’s room is presented as a distorted, claustrophobic environment, underscoring his emotional and physical confinement. As his transformation isolates him from his family, the audience experiences this disconnect through unconventional sightlines, fragmented spaces, and stark, cold lighting. The absence of connection between characters is mirrored in the audience's sense of alienation, emphasizing Gregor’s struggle to communicate and find belonging in a world that no longer understands him.