Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (2022)

Institution: The Gandhigram Rural Institute – Deemed University, India.

Thesis: “Paschal Drama Traditions in Sri Lanka and India – A Cultural Study.”

Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) – First Class (2004)

Institution: Pondicherry University, India.

Thesis: “Dramas of Indra Parthasarathi and Mounaguru: Script and Performance.”

Master of Arts (M.A) in Drama and Theatre Arts – First Class (2003)

Institution: Pondicherry University, India.

Thesis: “Experimental Theatre in Tamil Nadu.”

Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons) in Fine Arts – Second Class Upper Division (1999)

Institution: Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

Thesis: “A Research on Tamil Music.”

Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications

• Vimalaraj, A. (2026). Livelihood challenges and social security schemes of theatre artists: A study centered on the Batticaloa region. The Journal of Business and Management Studies (JBEMS), 4(1), 15–25. Faculty of Commerce & Management, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2026). Land, memory, and ritual: A study on decolonial playwriting strategies in the modern theatre of eastern Sri Lanka. Iniyavaikatral International Tamil Studies E-Journal, 6(1), 1–11. E-ISSN: 3048-5495.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2026). Beyond the stage: Tanja Beer’s theory of ‘Eco scenography’ and its feasibility in Tamil theatre. Shanlax International Journal of Tamil Research, 10(1), 29–40. P-ISSN: 2454-3993, E-ISSN: 2582-2810.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2025). Socio-economic status of Virali in Sangam literature: A perspective on artistic expressions [சங்க இலக்கியங்களில் விறலியின் சமூகப் பொருளாதார நிலை: கலை வெளிப்பாடுகளுடனான ஒரு பார்வை]. Neithal, 16(2), 36–48. Faculty of Arts and Culture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. ISSN: 2012-6513.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2025). A study focusing on the performing arts traditions of the Bhakti literature of the Pallava period. Shanlax International Journal of Tamil Research, 10(1), 47–59. P-ISSN: 2454-3993, E-ISSN: 2582-2810.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2025). Cultural role of Panars: A study centered on Sangam literature [பாணர்களின் பண்பாட்டு வகிபங்கு: சங்க இலக்கியங்களை மையப்படுத்திய ஆய்வு]. Aatral, 5(2), 28–31. Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. ISSN: 2792-1115.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2025). Koothu and Koothar in Tamil history: A study centered on Sangam literature. Shanlax International Journal of Tamil Research, 10(2), 96–114.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2025). ‘Chandrakasan’ Vachakappa: A scenographical perspective on its literature and performance methodology. Shanlax International Refereed Journal of Tamil Studies Research (IRJTSR), 7(2), 10. E-ISSN: 2582-5313.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2025). Paska theatre: Tamil cultural values – politics – counter politics. Shanlax International Journal of Tamil Research, 9(4), 41–53.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2022). Common and special features in Indira Parthasarathy and Mounaguru’s language usage: A comparative view based on Nandankatha and Ravanesan scripts. Proceedings of the 5th International Research Symposium (IRS SVIAS), 25. ISBN: 978-624-5954-02-5.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2021). Udakku Paska dramatic literature. In Tamil Dramatic Literature in Sri Lanka (p. 398). Department of Tamil, University of Peradeniya. ISBN: 978-624-5709-14-4.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2021). Human acting Paska in Sri Lanka – A perspective. Proceedings: Multicultural Art Practices and Contemporary Global Trends, 4th International Research Symposium (IRS SVIAS), 534.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2020). Narratological dramatic elements of Viyakula Prasangam. Shanlax International Journal of Tamil Research, 4(Special Issue 2), 213. P-ISSN: 2454-3993.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2019). Udaku Paska tradition of Besalai. Piral Journal, 22. Madurai.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2018). Origin and the development of Paska dramas of northern Sri Lanka. Thamarai Literary Monthly Magazine, 61(1), 12–19.

Peer-Reviewed Presentations at National / International Conferences / Symposia

Published as Full Papers

• Vimalaraj, A. (2026). Outcomes of university-level theater and performance studies: An analysis. In T. Madhusudhanan (Ed.), Eelam Tamil Theatre: A Retrospective (Conference Proceedings) (pp. 115–144). Colombo Tamil Sangam. ISBN: 978-624-6036-08-9.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2025). Udakku Pascha literature in Sri Lankan Christian Tamil literature: A theatrical perspective. In R. Perumal (Ed.), Malaysia – Sri Lanka Literature: An Introduction (Proceedings of the Literary Introduction Seminar) (pp. 186–195). Rajendran Perumal Publications, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2021). Udakku Pascha dramatic literature. In S. Sutharsan & A. Y. Satheeswaran (Eds.), Tamil Dramatic Literature in Sri Lanka (pp. 388–415). Department of Tamil, University of Peradeniya. ISBN: 978-624-5709-14-4.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2021). Passion plays performed by human actors in Sri Lanka: A perspective. In Proceedings of the 4th International Research Symposium on Multicultural Art Practices and Contemporary Global Trends (IRS-SVIAS-2021) (pp. 534–543). Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-624-5954-01-8.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2019). Tamil and Sri Lankan Pascha dramas in a comparative perspective. In Social Intersections in Comparative Literature (International Seminar Proceedings) (pp. 78–87). Piral Pathippagam / Madurai Kamaraj University. ISSN: 2454-3993.
• Vimalaraj, A. (2017). Cultural festivals for social harmony and the impact of systemic structural politics: A study. In Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Challenges and Importance of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Times of War and Post War (IC-SVIAS-2017) (pp. 170–178). Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. ISBN: 978-624-5954-01-8.

Published in Abstract Form

• Vimalraj, A. (2017). An inquiry into the art festival for social harmony and the ongoing cultural encroachment on arts [சமூக நல்லிணக்கத்திற்கான கலைத்திருவிழாவும், கலைகளின் மீது தொடரும் ஆக்கிரமிப்புக் கலாசாரமும் ஓர் ஆய்வு]. Abstracts of the 2nd International Conference on Challenges and Importance of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Times of War and Post-War (IC SVIAS 2017), p. 167. Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
• Vimalraj, A., & Sivashankar, U. (2016). Globalization and social art festivals – A study [உலகமயமாதலும் சமூகக் கலை விழாக்களும் – ஓர் ஆய்வு]. Abstracts of the International Conference on Traditional Arts in the Context of Globalization (IC SVIAS 2016), p. 104. Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

Presented with Evidence

• Vimalraj, A. (2026, June 14). Gandhian ideologies in Eelam Tamil dramas [ஈழத்துத் தமிழ் நாடகங்களில் காந்தியச் சிந்தனைகள்]. Paper presented at the International Seminar on Thoughts and Ideologies in Tamil Literature, Colombo Tamil Sangam, Sri Lanka, and the Gandhigram Rural Institute, Tamil Nadu, India.
• Vimalraj, A. (2026, April 19). The consequences on stage caused by the learning spaces of the University of Aesthetic Studies [அழகியல் பல்கலைக்கழகக் கற்றைத்துறையினால் ஏற்பட்ட மேடை விளைவுகள்]. Paper presented at the Academic Research Forum of the Colombo Tamil Sangam, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
• Vimalraj, A. (2025, February 01). An introduction of Malaysian – Sri Lankan Tamil literature. Paper presented at the Joint Seminar organized by the Malaysian Literary Travel Team and Maddakkalapputh Tamizl Sangam, Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kalladi, Batticaloa.
• Vimalraj, A. (2024, November 05). A study on the performance expressions of ‘Vasappu’ in Koothu [வசப்பு கூத்து வடிவ வெளிப்பாடு குறித்தான ஆய்வு]. Paper presented at the International Conference on Global Theatre and Theatre Personalities, Department of Performing Arts, Department of Music, and the Center for Diaspora Tamil Literature Research, Tamil University, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India.
• Vimalraj, A. (2023, October 03). The release of readable social arenas [வாசகப்பரப்பு சமுதாய அரங்கின் வெளிப்பாடு]. Paper presented at the 6th International Research Symposium (6th IRS – SVIAS – 2023), Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.
• Vimalraj, A. (2022, September 28). Indira Parthasarathy’s ‘Ramanujar’ stage play versions: A comparative perspective based on general and specific characteristics [இந்திரா பார்த்தசாரதி – இராமனுஜர் நாடக மொழிபெயர்ப்புகளில் பொது மற்றும் சிறப்புத் தன்மைகள்: நந்தன் கதை, இராமனுஜர் பிரதிகளை அடிப்படையாகக் கொண்ட ஒப்பீட்டுப் பார்வை]. Paper presented at the 5th International Research Symposium (5th IRS – SVIAS 2022), Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.
• Vimalraj, A. (2021, December 15). ‘Udakku Paska’ dramatic text. Paper presented at the 5th Tamilology International Research Conference, Department of Tamil, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. (Duplicate entry removed)
• Vimalraj, A. (2021, November 24–25). A presentation on the challenges in modern plays [இக்காலகட்டத்து நாடகங்களுக்கான சவால்களும் சவால்களை எதிர்கொள்ளும் தந்திரோபாயங்களும் குறித்தான உரை]. Paper presented at the International Research Symposium (IRS – SVIAS 2021) on Multi Cultural Art Practices and Contemporary Global Trends, Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.
• Vimalraj, A. (2021, September 19). ‘Pascha’ drama: Contemporary issues and political trends in Tamil culture [‘பாஸ்கா’ நாடகம்: தமிழ்ப் பண்பாட்டுப் பெறுமானங்களும் அரசியல் – எதிர் அரசியல் சூழல்களும்]. Paper presented at the International Tamil Research Seminar, Batticaloa District Writers Association, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka.
• Vimalraj, A. (2020, September 30). A few pages on the history and tradition of Pascha drama [‘பாஸ்கா நாடகப் பாரம்பரியமும் சொல்லப்படாத சில பக்கங்களும்’]. Paper presented at the Research Forum 2020, Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.
• Vimalraj, A. (2019, December 11). A comparative reading of Tamil, Sri Lankan, and Pascha plays [ஒப்பீட்டியல் நோக்கில் தமிழ், இலங்கை, பாஸ்கா நாடகங்கள்]. Paper presented at the International Seminar on Social Interconnections in Comparative Literature, Department of Comparative Literature and Department of Linguistics, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.
• Vimalraj, A. (2019, January 03–05). Passion play of Pesalai Village in Northern Sri Lanka. Paper presented at the Three-Day International Conference on Text and Performance Making, School of Drama & Fine Arts, University of Calicut, Dr. John Mathai Centre, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
• Vimalraj, A. (2017). Matangaculamani [மதங்கசூளாமணி]. Paper presented at the Swami Vipulananda Conference 2017, Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs and Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
• Vimalraj, A. (2017, June 15–17). An inquiry into the art festival for social harmony and the ongoing cultural encroachment on arts [சமூக நல்லிணக்கத்திற்கான கலைத்திருவிழாவும், கலைகளின் மீது தொடரும் ஆக்கிரமிப்புக் கலாசாரமும் ஓர் ஆய்வு]. Paper presented at the International Conference on Challenges and Importance of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Times of War and Post War (IC-SVIAS 2017), Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.
• Vimalraj, A. (2016, September 15–17). Globalization and social art festivals – A study [உலகமயமாதலும் சமூகக் கலை விழாக்களும் – ஓர் ஆய்வு]. Paper presented at the International Conference on Traditional Art in the Context of Globalization (IC-SVIAS 2016), Swamy Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.
• Vimalraj, A. (2012). The theatrical methodologies and changes following the emergence of modern theater in Eastern Sri Lanka [கிழக்கிலங்கையில் நவீன அரங்கின் வருகையின் பின்னரான அரங்க முறமைகளும் மாற்றங்களும்]. Paper presented at the World Tamil Literature Conference 2012, Colombo Tamil Sangam, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

• Senior Lecturer (Grade I)
  • Department: Department of Dance, Drama & Theatre Arts
  • Institution: Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • Period: August 2023 – Present

• Senior Lecturer (Grade II)
  • Department: Department of Dance, Drama & Theatre Arts
  • Institution: Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • Period: August 2019 – 2022

• Lecturer (Probationary)
  • Department: Department of Dance, Drama & Theatre Arts
  • Institution: Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • Period: February 2009 – August 2019

• Temporary Assistant Lecturer
  • Institution: Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • Period: 2007 – 2009

• Visiting Lecturer
  • Department: Department of Fine Arts
  • Institution: Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • Period: August 2004 – 2007
    
    

    Student Counselor / Career Guidance Counselor / Academic Counselor

    • Senior Student Counselor

    Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies (SVIAS), Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.

    Duration: 10 April 2025 – 09 July 2026

    (Appointment Letters Dated: 07.04.2025 & 28.04.2026)

    • Student Counselor

    Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies (SVIAS), Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Kallady, Batticaloa.

    Duration: 18 February 2022 – 18 February 2023

    (Appointment Letter Dated: 18.02.2022)

     

    Membership of Councils, Boards of Management / Boards of Study

    • Institute Representative

    Management Committee of the Centre for Industry and Community Linkages (CICL), Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

    Duration: 01 January 2023 – 2025

    (Confirmation Letter Dated: 20.01.2026)

    • Institute Representative

    Management Committee of the Centre for Industry and Community Linkages (CICL), Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

    Duration: 01 January 2026 – Present

    (Appointment Letter Dated: 20.01.2026)

    • Representative

    Internal Quality Assurance Unit (IQAU), Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies (SVIAS), Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

    (Nominated by the Director via Letter No: SVIAS/EST/IQAU/01 dated November 23, 2016)

     

    Chairman, Secretary, Member of National / International Committees, Task Forces or Statutory Bodies

    • Member

    Board of Research Advisory Committee, Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

    Duration: 2020 – 2024

    (Confirmation Letter Dated: 12.12.2024)

Short Film Production

• Water / தண்ணீர் (2008)
  • Role: Writer and Director
  • Production Location: Mangadu Village in Batticaloa, and Ampara Districts, Sri Lanka
  • Online Release: June 30, 2023
  • Description: Originally produced for institutional advocacy, this short film served as a public health awareness initiative focusing on waterborne diseases and their preventive solutions across the eastern region. Preserved and available on the Koothambalam YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0mfQuCcFV0&t=97s).
• Kitchan / கிச்சான் (2004/2005)
  • Role: Writer and Director
  • Production Location: Batticaloa, Sri Lanka
  • Duration: 26 Minutes
  • Description: A poignant cinematic exploration of children affected by armed conflict. This highly acclaimed film won multiple national and international accolades and was screened globally (London, Canada, France, Germany, Norway, Australia, India) and widely within Sri Lanka (Colombo, Jaffna, Trincomalee, Batticaloa). Preserved and available on the Koothambalam YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5NZDRxjrZk&t=91s).

Documentary Film Production

• Dream Home (2015)
  • Role: Writer and Director
  • Producer: Kaviya Self-Development Women’s Centre, Batticaloa
  • Theme: An evaluative study on institutional elderly care and community support initiatives through the Kaviya Elders Home Project.
• Status of Women in Batticaloa District (2012)
  • Role: Writer and Director
  • Producer: Kaviya Self-Development Women’s Centre, Batticaloa
  • Theme: A research-based documentary exploring the contemporary social, economic, and cultural status of women within the region.
• Aatral Series – I / II (Talent) (2007)
  • Role: Writer and Director
  • Producer: Third Eye Local Knowledge and Skill Conservation Group
  • Theme: Documenting and celebrating the inherent creativity, artistic expressions, and diverse talents of children residing in welfare homes.
• Paray (The Drum) (2007)
  • Role: Writer and Director
  • Producer: Third Eye Local Knowledge and Skill Conservation Group
  • Theme: A research-based documentary focusing on the reformulation and socio-cultural positioning of the traditional drummer character within Sri Lankan Tamil theatre.

Street Drama Direction & Community Theatre Performances

• Podhai Ozhippu (Anti-Drug Campaign) (2023)
  • Organization: Department of Cultural Affairs, Eastern Province
  • Performance Venues: Batticaloa Town Center and Kallady Beach public spaces
  • Nature of Engagement: Conceived, scripted, and directed an interactive public street drama aimed at social reform, addressing youth vulnerability, and executing community-led social defense strategies.
• Thozhil Padippom (Learn a Trade) (2015)
  • Organization: National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI) & Sarvodaya Movement, Batticaloa
  • Performance Venues: 14 major public junctions and institutional settings throughout the Batticaloa district
  • Nature of Engagement: Directed a youth-centric community performance designed to mobilize, counsel, and integrate regional youth into formal vocational training frameworks.
• Iyarkai Kaappom (Preserve Nature) (2011)
  • Organization: Department of Agriculture, Batticaloa
  • Performance Venues: Multiple agrarian villages across the Kalkudah region, Batticaloa
  • Nature of Engagement: Directed an advocacy-driven community theatre production aimed at bridging state agricultural development policies with local farming communities to promote sustainable farming practices.
• Poshaakku (Nutrition) (2009)
  • Organization: Office of the Medical Officer of Health (MOH), Valaichchenai
  • Performance Venues: 7 community centers and public spaces across the Valaichchenai MOH division
  • Nature of Engagement: Formulated and directed a specialized street theatre campaign utilizing university students to deliver community messages regarding nutrition, maternal health, and healthcare literacy.
• Mudichchukal (Knots) (2007)
  • Organization: Kaviya Women’s Development Centre, Batticaloa
  • Performance Venues: Rural areas across Paduvankarai, Batticaloa
  • Nature of Engagement: Developed a community-based street drama built upon direct dialogues with local women, integrating university students and the rural community to advocate for the socio-economic empowerment of rural women.

Play Direction

• Parappilantha Vannathupoochi (2017)
  • Director: Alagiah Vimalaraj
  • Performers: University Students
  • Accolades: Officially staged at the International Drama Festival (2017); achieved critical acclaim at the National Drama Festival (2020), securing eight major awards.
• Canteen (2009)
  • Director: Alagiah Vimalaraj
  • Performers: University Students
  • Description: A theatrical production exploring social interactions and contemporary incidents within a university canteen environment, officially staged to mark World Theatre Day celebrations.
• Avalukkenru (1999)
  • Director: Alagiah Vimalaraj
  • Description: Produced and staged in Batticaloa in commemoration of International Women’s Day. The production received significant critical recognition at the National Drama Festival (2000), winning four major awards.
    

    Performance Record (Dramas Acted In)

    • & Mrs. Macbeth [மிஸ்டர் & மிஸஸ் மக்பெத்] (2004)
      • Direction:N. Vinod | Venue: National School of Drama, New Delhi, India.
    • Pali Aadukkal [பலி ஆடுகள்] (2004)
      • Direction: Gunasekaran | Venues: National School of Drama (New Delhi), South Zone Cultural Centre Tamil Nadu Festival (Chennai), Puducherry.
    • Peyythther [பேய்த்தேர்] (2003–2004)
      • Direction: Arumugam | Venues: National School of Drama (New Delhi), Nandikar National Theatre Festival (Kolkata), Alliance Française (Puducherry).
    • Dedan Kimathi [டெடான் கிமாதி] (2003)
      • Direction: Babu | Venue:
    • Karadi [கரடி] (2003)
      • Direction: Surjith | Venue: Puducherry University.
    • Appavum Pillaiyum [அப்பாவும் பிள்ளையும்] (2002)
      • Direction: Arumugam | Venues: Puducherry University, South Zone Cultural Centre Tamil Nadu Festival (Chennai).
    • Karunchulli [கருஞ்சுள்ளி] (2001–2002)
      • Direction: Arumugam | Venues: Alliance Française (Puducherry), Nandikar National Theatre Festival (Kolkata), South Zone Youth Festival (Mangalore), National Youth Festival (Punjab), National School of Drama (New Delhi), National Theatre Festival (Pune).
    • Thuungikal [தூங்கிகள்] (2001–2002)
      • Direction: Arumugam | Venues: Alliance Française (Puducherry), Soorya Festival (Kerala), Nandikar National Theatre Festival (Kolkata), National School of Drama (New Delhi).
    • Ravanesan [இராவணேசன்] (2001)
      • Script & Direction: S. Maunaguru | Venues: Sri Lanka.
    • Naveena Bhasmasuran [நவீன பஸ்மாசூரன்] (2000)
      • Script: Nilanthan & S. Jeyashankar | Direction: Jeyashankar.
    • Kongai Thee [கொங்கைத் தீ] (1999)
      • Script: Indira Parthasarathy | Direction: Bala Sugumar.
    • Karunchuli [கருஞ்சூளி] (1999)
      • Script: Arumugam | Direction: Bala Sugumar.
    • Aattaikkadaththal [ஆற்றைக் கடத்தல்] (1998)
      • Script: Ambai | Direction: Bala Sugumar.
    • Chirupillai Vilaiyattu [சிறுபிள்ளை விளையாட்டு] (1998)
      • Tamil Script & Direction: Jeyashankar (Based on a Russian original, Eastern University, Sri Lanka).
    • Aneethikal [அநீதிகள்] (1997)
      • Tamil Script: Cheran (Based on a Malayalam original) | Direction: Bala Sugumar.
    • Sempavalakkodi [செம்பவளக்கொடி] (1996)
      • Script: S. Ramanujam | Direction: Bala Sugumar.
    • Puzhuvai Pirakkinum [புழுவாய் பிறக்கினும்] (1995)
      • Script: Ganeshan | Direction: Bala Sugumar (Eastern University, Sri Lanka).

     

     

    Major Festivals & Venues Participated (As a Performer)

    National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi: Participated in the National Theatre Festival with Karunchulli (2001), Thuungikal (2002), Peyythther (2003), Pali Aadukkal (2004), and Mr. & Mrs. Macbeth (2004).

    Nandikar Festival, Kolkata: Performed in Karunchulli (2001), Thuungikal (2002), and Peyythther (2003).

    French Alliance, Pondicherry: Staged Karunchulli (2001), Thuungikal (2002), and Peyythther (2003).

    Suriya Festival, Kerala: Featured performer in Thuungikal (2002).

    South Zone Youth Festival, Mangalore, Karnataka: Represented with the play Karunchulli (2001–2002).

    National Youth Festival, Punjab: Staged Karunchulli (2001–2002).

    National Theatre Festival, Pune: Performance of Karunchulli (2001–2002).

    Tamil Nadu Festival, Madras: Performed in Appavum Pillaiyum (2002) and Pali Aadukkal (2004).

BOOKS & PUBLICATIONS

1. Vimalaraj, A. (2023). Nadakawaakka anukumuraikal: Indira parthasarathi – maunaguruving nadakap panuvalkalai munvaiththu (நாடகவாக்க அணுகுமுறைகள்: இந்திரா பார்த்தசாரதி – மௌனகுருவின் நாடகப் பனுவல்களை முன்வைத்து). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-0-8.
2. Vimalaraj, A. (2025). Paschal naadagam: Arangiyalum arasiyalum (பாஸ்கா நாடகம் – அரங்கியலும் அரசியலும்). New Century Book House Pvt. Ltd. ISBN 978-81-985618-9-3.
3. Vimalaraj, A. (2026a). Arankap peruveli marabum naveenamum (அரங்கப் பெருவெளி மரபும் நவீனமும்). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-7-7.
4. Vimalaraj, A. (2026b). Kalaiyum aayvum alakiyal katkaikalukkana aayvu anukumuraikal (கலையும் ஆய்வும் அழகியல் கற்கைகளுக்கான ஆய்வு அணுகுமுறைகள்). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-5-3.
5. Vimalaraj, A. (2026c). Kaththolikkath thamilar panpaaddil santhirahasan vaasappaa (கத்தோலிக்கத் தமிழர் பண்பாட்டில் சந்திரகாசன் வாசகப்பா). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-2-2.
6. Vimalaraj, A. (2026d). Kaviya nadakak kodpadu pirektiya nadippu muraiyiyal (காவிய நாடகக் கோட்பாடு பிரெக்டிய நடிப்பு முறையியல்). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-4-6.
7. Vimalaraj, A. (2026e). Nadaka eluththuruvaakkam kodpadum payilvum (நாடக எழுத்துருவாக்கம் கோட்பாடும் பயில்வும்). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-8-4.
8. Vimalaraj, A. (2026f). Nadaka neriyalkai katchippaduththalin alahiyal (நாடக நெறியாள்கை காட்சிப்படுத்தலின் அழகியல்). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-6-0.
9. Vimalaraj, A. (2026g). Paschal drama in theatre and politics (பாஸ்கா நாடகம் அரங்கிலும் அரசியலிலும்). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-9-1.
10. Vimalaraj, A., & Sapeethan, T. (2026h). Thamilar varalatril kooththum kooththarkalum (தமிழர் வரலாற்றில் கூத்தும் கூத்தர்களும்). Koothambalam Center for Arts and Culture. ISBN 978-624-99747-3-9.
11. Alagarajah Vimalaraj. (2026i). நாடகத் தயாரிப்பு முகாமைத்துவம் – திட்டமிடல் முதல் மேடையேற்றம் வரை [Theatre Production Management: From Planning to Staging]. Batticaloa: Kooththampalam Art and Cultural Center. ISBN 978-624-91094-1-4

2025

• Resource Person – Drama Training Workshop
  • Organized by: Munaikkadu Nagasakthi Kalai Mandram, Munaikkadu, Sri Lanka.
  • Contribution: Conducted comprehensive theatre and performance training for organization members.
  • Date: December 11, 2025
• Resource Person – Three-day Leadership Training Workshop for Student Leaders
  • Organized by: BT/BW/Kollanulai Vivekananda Vidyalayam, Kollanulai, Kokkaddichcholai, Sri Lanka.
  • Contribution: Delivered leadership development sessions and capacity-building exercises for student leaders.
  • Duration: April 14, 15, and 16, 2025

2024

• Resource Person – International Festival of Theatre Schools (IFTS)
  • Organized by: School of Drama & Fine Arts, University of Calicut, Kerala, India.
  • Duration: January 14 – 19, 2024

2022

• Resource Person – Certificate Course in Theatre Workshop & Theatre Games
  • Organized by: Extramural Studies Unit, Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  • (Appointment Letter Dated: 26.04.2022)

2019

• Resource Person – 3-Day International Theoretical Workshop
  • Organized by: Pirazh Magazine and Publication, Madurai, India.
  • Venue: Royal Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Vilangudi, Madurai, India.
  • Duration: May 28, 29 & 30, 2019

2018

• Resource Person – Ten-day State Level Workshop on “Subaltern History and Cultural Semantics”
  • Organized by: Department of Folklore and Folklore Resources and Research Centre (FRRC), St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Palayamkottai, Tamil Nadu, India.
  • Duration: July 23 – August 01, 2018

2017

• Resource Person – ‘Pratibha Prabha’ Cultural Therapy and Camp Project (National-Level Development Program)
  • Organized by: Department of Cultural Affairs, Sri Lanka.
  • Key Focus: Cultural therapy, creative arts intervention, and performance-based community engagement.
  • Date: December 27, 2017
• Resource Person – ‘Pratibha Prabha’ Cultural Therapy and Camp Project (National-Level Development Program)
  • Organized by: Department of Cultural Affairs, Sri Lanka.
  • Key Focus: Cultural therapy, creative arts intervention, and performance-based community engagement.
  • Date: June 07, 2017

2016

• Resource Person – Photography Workshop (Arts Festival Competitions)
  • Organized by: Student’s Union, Faculty of Arts and Culture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  • Duration: February 19, 2016 – March 26, 2016

Special Academic and Professional Awards in Research, Teaching, and Theatrical Direction

• State Drama Award – Second Place: Best Scriptwriter (2020)

Awarded for the play The Flightless Butterfly at the State Drama Festival 2020, organized by the Department of Cultural Affairs and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Sri Lanka.

• State Drama Award – Best Set Designer (2017)

Awarded for the play Kallaraiyanathu Karuvarai (The Tomb Became a Womb) at the State Drama Festival 2017, organized by the Department of Cultural Affairs, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Wayamba Development and Cultural Affairs, Sri Lanka.

• Best Set Designer (2012)

Awarded for the children’s play Piranthanal Kondaddam (Birthday Celebration) at the State Children’s Drama Festival, Sri Lanka.

• Thenaga Kalai Sudar Award (2010)

Awarded for significant contributions to the field of Short Films (Cinematography) at the Muthamizh Festival, organized by the Divisional Secretariat and Cultural Council of Manmunai North, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka.

• Awards and Recognition for ‘KITCHAN’ (Short Film) (2005)
  • Best Short Film Award – $2^{nd}$ Vimbam International Short Film Festival, London.
  • Best Script Award – $2^{nd}$ Vimbam International Short Film Festival, London.
  • Best Short Film Award (Sri Lankan Category) – International Independent Tamil Short Film Festival, Ontario, Canada.
  • Best Director Award – Presented by Sellam International Pvt Ltd.
  • Special Achievement Award – Cultural Society of Manmunai West, Sri Lanka.
• Second Prize in One Act Play (Indian South Zone Level) (2002)

Inter-University South Zone Youth Festival 2001–2002, an Indian National-level preliminary competition organized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) at Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri (January 5–9, 2002). Represented the Pondicherry University Contingent.

• Award for Best Script (2000)

State Tamil Drama Festival 1999/2000, for the theatrical production Avanththendru. Organized by the Tamil Drama Panel of the Arts Council of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Affairs and the Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs.

• Award for Best Music (2000)

State Tamil Drama Festival 1999/2000, for the theatrical production Avanththendru. Organized by the Tamil Drama Panel of the Arts Council of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Affairs and the Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs.