If Elephants Could Fly - Documentary Film Screening

Sunday, May 7, 2023

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Can elephants really fly? In this short documentary, we follow actor Priyanka Shetty as she takes her one-woman show, The Elephant in the Room, to the world's largest arts festival - the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. As a South Asian immigrant navigating a new country, Priyanka faces the daunting task of establishing herself as an 'artist of extraordinary ability'. Braving unpredictable weather, homesickness, and a packed schedule, she completes a grueling month-long run in Edinburgh, with the stakes getting higher with each passing day. Will she be able to overcome the odds and achieve her dream?

A Film By: Andrea Costa
Starring: Priyanka Shetty
Runtime: 26 minutes

In the summer of 2022, Drexel students and Entertainment & Arts Management professor Brian Moore assisted in the production of a play – and a documentary about the artist’s journey – in Edinburgh, Scotland. The solo play, The Elephant in the Room, is written by and stars Priyanka Shetty, a new Philadelphia resident and immigrant to America. Drexel’s students and professor Moore are honored to be a small part of this amazing and brave artist’s journey. Enjoy this first-look at the story-behind-the-story film.

Contact Information

Brian Moore
bpm22@drexel.edu