At Sharon Prabhakar’s Pali Hill apartment, Alyque Padamsee holds court with the cast, producers and logisticians of his upcoming play. He is fastidious, means business and dismisses chitchat. As the meeting winds down, Alyque’s youngest daughter, Shazahn Padamsee, born to him and Sharon, saunters in breezily, wearing frayed shorts and a black tee. Her casual chic air plays off against Alyque’s stern demeanor. Father and daughter have come together in Legend of Lovers, which will be Alyque’s 76th directorial venture and Shazahn’s first major theatre role.

Directed by Alyque Padamsee, Legend of Lovers, which premieres in June, will have Shazhan Padamsee essay the role of Eurydice. PIC/Shadab Khan