Event Collections

"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

"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

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

Krishnageethe is a play written and directed by Ambika Edigaa. The play shows various parts of Krishna's life - him stealing butter, his love for Radha, fights with the bull Aristasura, krishna leaving Vrindavana and so on. Come witness Krishna's stories and immerse yourself in his magical world.Read More

Set in the 21st century, ‘Taj Mahal Ka Tender’ explores the yearnings of Shah Jahan to erect a tomb in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The plot revolves around the obstacles he faces as he battles through corruption, chicanery, and red-tapism in the government. After entrusting his Chief Engineer to build the memorial, his attempts to ensure progress in the construction of the monument go in vain. Several hysterical episodes follow, showcasing the helplessness of the emperor as he only lives long enough to witness the tender for the monument being passed.Read More

Bali: The Sacrifice by Girish Karnad is the playwright's own English translation of his play Hittina Hunja. A King, caught between his Jain Queen who refuses to harm a life and his Mother who believes in sacrificial rites, finds himself struggling to reconcile his love for the women in his life, his position as a ruler and perhaps the hardest of all, his faith. In a setting by Rebecca Spurgeon, music by Ananth Menon and Vedanth Bharadwaj and lit by Arhgya Lahiri's design, this production of Girish Karnad's play, takes you through one night of pathos, anger and laughter, unravelling barriers of caste and religious beliefs.Read More

Morning Melodies: A Hindustani Vocal Recital.  The raga tradition in Hindustani music follows a system of time cycles, in which raagas are prescribed to be sung at specific times of the day. This concert will feature special khayal repertoire that is sung in the early morning hours.  Immerse yourself in this delightful musical journey and embrace the truly magical experience it offers.Read More

Broadway and cinema themes featuring the Harmonica Magic of Sulaiman Jamal and the music ensemble: Jagadeesh M.R (guitar), Rohit P.S (drums), Joshua Lance (bass), Imraan Jamal (drums), MB Prakash (accordion), Orlando DeNoronha (mandolin and violin), Diptangshu Bhowmik (pianist), Madhuri Jagadeesh (vocalist), Priya Mendens (vocalist), Indira Srinivasan (vocalist), Poornima Mathan (vocalist).Read More

Witness the 100th show of Theatrenama. The life story of 'Kunti-Putra Karana' who has faced identity and low caste crisis in his entire life. The play shows issues regarding blind commitment and true logic where Krishna is portrayed for the first time as a political figure.Read More

Fact #1: Objects in space exert & give in to the gravity of the other, a force so strong that it even bends time around them. Fact #2: Love is measured linearly merely because we experience time linearly. Love in the Cholera of Time is the story of 2 individuals who exist in different eras but fall in love nevertheless, in the in-betweens of time. This aberration puts the jobs and lives of 4 Time Gods in danger, whose job it is to keep time in its own place. This puts into motion strategies that could change the very nature of time. The play is a sharp & funny deliberation on love, loneliness, science and the industrialised weaponization of time. Now whether the Time Gods' efforts to keep time understandable, linear and tear free or not, you'll just have to find out for yourself, won't you?Read More