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An unidentified writer, clearly embodying Chekhov himself, grapples with writer's block and the challenges posed by his own artistic temperament. He shares with the audience various tales while navigating the hurdles of his creative struggle.Read More

"Udhedbun" is a heartwarming yet comical exploration of love, relationship and cultural clashes, and the lengths one woman is willing to go to secure her happily-ever-after. The story revolves around Shruti, a vivacious and determined young woman who is head over heels in love with Baswaraj, a charming man from a different cultural background. Shruti struggles to convince her family, where each member is forcing their own perspective onto her, which turns into an unnecessary complex situation. As the narrative unfolds, the characters undergo moments of self-discovery, challenging their own preconceived notions about love and tradition. The actors, embracing diverse roles, infuse the play with authenticity and humor, making the audience - both laugh and reflect on the universal themes of love and acceptance, at the same time exploring their own point of view and struggles. It is also the ultimate family drama! Boyfriend`s South Indian family visits girlfriend`s North Indian family!Read More

"The Seagull" is a story that explores the romantic and artistic struggles of four characters: famous writer Boris Trigorin, young actress Nina, aging actress Irina Arkadina, and her son, playwright Constantine Treplev. Constantine is a struggling author who pushes to bring forth a new form of art, and is determined to get back to his cold-shouldered mother. He casts Nina, a young actress in pursuit of absolute fame, as it happens, he is madly in love with her. She returns his love until she meets Boris Trigorin, famous author and lover of Irina Arkadina, mother of Constantine. Themes of unrequited love, fame vs Pursuit of art, Artistic struggles are central to the play, and are topics still relevant to this day, about 130 years after it was first written.Read More

Can an individual exist outside the binary of good and evil? Can one challenge the world and still be loved and appreciated? How do we love individuals who stand against our convictions? Through exploring the lives of the two women separated by time and context, Mira and Jahnavi, this play delves into the nuances of the lives of women who choose to walk and carve their own path; and how this path pricks the eye with which our society puts its infamous 'moral watch' on them. Through the parallel journeys, the audience witnesses both these women's absolute love and devotion to walk the paths of their choosing, and their yearning to protect the same from the harsh social realities that banish them from doing so.Read More

"Khamosh! Adaalat Jaari Hai!" is a gripping courtroom drama that exposes societal hypocrisy and the often unjust judicial process. The play revolves around a mock trial that spirals into a real and scathing indictment of the protagonist, Miss Benare, revealing deep-seated prejudices and moral contradictions. . It vividly critiques societal norms and the harsh judgment women endure for their personal choices. Through uts complex characters the play critiques societal norms and the facade of respectability, making the audience question their own complicity. This powerful and provocative play remains as relevant today as when it was first written, resonating with universal themes of justice and human fallibility.Read More

A sinful tale of a mother who allegedly kills 5 of her own family members. 'The Art of Murdering' explores the puzzling depths of lies, liberty, love, lust and betrayal, not just with dialogues but with lyrics. Experience the Adele Musical as every crime scene unfolds the motives behind suspects leading to a courtroom drama.Read More

Waiting for Naseer is a philosophical comedy wherein two actors wait at the Prithvi theatre cafe to catch a show of their favourite actor, Naseeruddin Shah's new play. But the situation is weirder than it sounds, because only one of them is entitled to a ticket, and because they are both dead! While they wait, they laugh, they cry, they compete bitterly and reveal themselves in a desperate bid to get that elusive one ticket to the show. An actor knows how to wait, like no one else does - all he desires are his moments on stage. In those moments he finds the ability to smile at his ephemeral existence. The play is a celebration of theatre, of acting, of passion and of life itself … only it is being celebrated by two dead men.Read More

The Morning Raag series at Jagriti is a celebration of classical music performed by some of the best Hindustani and Carnatic vocalists and instrumentalists.Read More

An evening of music on two pianos by Bangalore-based pianists who studied together at the Belarus Conservatory. They will perform a programme ranging from the eighteenth century to the contemporary , including the captivating rhythms of the Argentine composer Piazzolla and original arrangements.Read More

Manav Kaul's "PARK" delves into the intricate relationship between humans and space. Through the seemingly ordinary setting of a park, the playwright explores pressing issues of land rights, drawing parallels to the Israel-Palestine conflict, China's actions in Tibet, and other socio-political agendas.Read More