Event Collections

Hamare hisaab se duniya mein teen hi krantikari huye hain: Karl Marx, Bhagat Singh, aur Pintu Bhaiya. With this begins the fascinating story of Pintu Bhaiya, seen from the eyes of a young Patna boy back in the early 2000s.Read More

"Udhedbun" is a heartwarming yet comical exploration of love, relationship, and cultural clashes, along with raising the still prevalent societal issue of “Dowry”. 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 perspective onto her, which turns into an unnecessarily complex situation. As the narrative unfolds, the characters undergo moments of self-discovery, challenging their preconceived notions about love and tradition. The conflict is not just depicted by the characters. It’s quite evident among the actors too. They too had their points of view about it, which they navigated through the course of the play. The actors, embracing diverse roles, infuse the play with authenticity and humor, making the audience laugh and reflect on the universal themes of love and acceptance while exploring their points of view and struggles.Read More

You cannot bury the past, because it always crawls its way out. Adapted from Khaled Hosseini’s bestselling novel, “The Kite Runner” is an unforgettable, heartbreaking story of the friendship between a wealthy boy from Kabul and his father’s servant’s son. Set in the tumultuous backdrop of Afghanistan’s destruction, the story is about the price of betrayal, the possibility of redemption, and the influence of fathers over sons. A saga of family, love, friendship, “The Kite Runner” has been adapted for stage by Prof. Matthew Spangler of San José State university.Read More

The hopeless paradigm of Aunty Moxie, a 60-year-old woman living a dilapidated life in a bustling city, is set against conflicts that Ganga, the Goddess of Forgiveness, and Nemesis, the Greek Goddess of Revenge, face. Their struggles converse, reflecting the restless, human search for peace in disorder.Read More

Three friends tight as a pack. And then what happens when "love" breaches the bro-code? This musical play explores the complex interplay between loyalty and love, ultimately questioning whether friendship can endure or if love will redefine their relationships.Read More

Jo Dooba So Paar throws light on the human that Sufi Saint and poet Ameer Khusrau was, his relationship with his Guru Nizamuddin Auliya and the advent of Qawwali through them. The interesting anecdotes and tales woven in a Daastaan accompanied with live Qawwali singing give insight about the essence of Sufism and the importance of the eternally relevant message of love among humankind.Read More

Federico García Lorca’s final masterpiece, The House of Bernarda Alba, was completed on June 19, 1936, just two months before he was assassinated by Nationalist forces at the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War. In the wake of her second husband's death, the formidable Bernarda Alba declares an eight-year mourning period, sealing her household in silence and shadows. But - she has five unmarried daughters whom she has raised under strict control and who have now been barred from going outside or to have any relationships with men. But repression has its consequences, and within the suffocating walls of the house, desire, jealousy, and defiance begin to simmer. Though originally a portrait of women’s lives in rural Spain, this production shows that the more things change, the more they stand still.Read More

A young, 'progressive' man spirals into an endearing and thought provoking cycle of introspection when confronted by the discomfort of handling his wife's lingerie in front of his parents.Read More

In a world where the oppressed rise against their rulers, a group of animals overthrow their master and establish a new society built on the promise of equality and freedom. At first, the dream seems within reach—hard work, shared rewards, and a future free from tyranny. But as power shifts, fear and propaganda take hold, and the very ideals that sparked the revolution begin to change. With old rules rewritten and voices silenced, the animals find themselves asking a chilling question: Have they truly won their freedom, or have they simply traded one form of oppression for another?Read More

The Open Couple' by Dario Fo delves into the dynamics of a modern relationship. Set against a backdrop of societal expectations and gender roles, the play follows the tumultuous journey of a couple who experiment with the concept of an 'open' relationship. As their once stable union unravels, the drama unfolds through sharp wit, biting humour, and poignant moments of vulnerability. Fo masterfully explores themes of trust, communication, and the complexities of love, inviting audiences to confront the stark realities of human connection. With its rapid-fire dialogue and unpredictable twists, 'The Open Couple' captivates audiences with its raw emotional intensity and thought-provoking exploration of contemporary relationshipsRead More