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Natya Vriksha Celebrates World Dance Day Curated By Dancer Geeta Chandran
by Stephi Wild - April 15, 2024


Celebrate World Dance Day with NATYA VRIKSHA, curated by renowned dancer Geeta Chandran. The event takes place on April 20th and 21st, 2024 at the India International Centre in New Delhi.

WEEKEND REBELS Bags Maximum Awards at SIFFCY - Full List of Winners Announced!
by Blair Ingenthron - April 14, 2024


The 10th edition of the annual Smile International Film Festival for Children & Youth (SIFFCY), organized by Smile Foundation in partnership with the European Union (The delegation of the European Union in India), announced film awards in numerous categories in New Delhi.

Felicity Theatre Company Will Perform HUMARE RAM
by Stephi Wild - April 09, 2024


India’s leading theatre company Felicity Theatre will present 'Humare Ram,' a theatrical extravaganza of epic proportions.

Dr. Alka Raghuvanshi Releases A RENDEZVOUS WITH TRADITIONAL INDIAN JEWELLERY
by Blair Ingenthron - April 06, 2024


Ehaaas and Shubhi Publications present the book launch of Dr. Alka Raghuvanshi’s last written book, “A RENDEZVOUS WITH TRADITIONAL INDIAN JEWELLERY” on the occasion of her 63rd birth anniversary. The book is curated by Manisha Gawade and photographed by Avinash Pasricha.

Review: JAAT UTPAAT at Veda Black Box
by Richa Das - April 05, 2024


'Jaat UtPaat' chronicles the story of three characters chasing each other in the maze of love in a world drenched in casteism. Their fate is tied to their birth and the story does not attempt to subvert it. Throughout my viewing of the production, I was unable to forget the archaic notions perpetuated by the plot, hindering my appreciation for the form and dramaturgy. 

Artist Divyaman Singh Unveils New Series of Artwork, 'The Divine Elements Vol-I' at Bikaner House
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2024


Artist Divyaman Singh will captivate art enthusiasts with his latest exhibition, 'The Divine Elements Vol I,' a celestial journey through the intersection of astronomy, earthly elements, and spirituality.

Dr. Anita Ratnam Performed NAACHIYAR NEXT – A Retelling of Andal's Legacy In The Capial
by Stephi Wild - April 01, 2024


Arangham Dance Theatre, led by renowned choreographer and performer Dr. Anita Ratnam, presented “Naachiyar Next,” a captivating dance theatre production exploring the life and legacy of Andal, the revered 7th century CE poet-saint of Tamil Nadu.

MAMRAZZI Will Be Staged at Shri Ram Center Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - March 31, 2024


Mamrazzi is a story where the women of a small locality come together and want to help everyone, but that help turns into a problem. Maamraazi, written by writer Jayanti Ranganathan and directed by Hemant Aggarwal, will be staged at Shri Ram Center on Sunday, April 7 at 7:30 pm.

Osho Dham Celebrates Mulla Nasruddin Day with Surender Sharma and Book Launch
by Blair Ingenthron - March 30, 2024


Osho Dham, dedicated to the teachings of Osho, who deeply admired Nasruddin, is hosting a special event to mark Mulla Nasruddin Day at Osho Dham, Najafgarh, New Delhi on Sunday, March 31st, 2024 at 9pm onwards.

Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra Presents SHRIAM SHANKARLAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
by Blair Ingenthron - March 30, 2024


Designed and cultivated by Smt. Shobha Deepak Singh, the Director and Vice Chairperson of the Kendra, the Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival is one of the oldest in the country that celebrates Indian Classical Music by presenting extraordinary performances by legends and established artists in the realm.

Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra Presents Annual SHRIRAM SHANKARLAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024
by Blair Ingenthron - March 23, 2024


Designed and cultivated by Smt. Shobha Deepak Singh, the Director and Vice Chairperson of the Kendra, the Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival is one of the oldest in the country that celebrates Indian Classical Music by presenting extraordinary performances by legends and established artists in the realm.

Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards and Festival Opens With GAGAN DAMAMA BAJYO
by Stephi Wild - March 15, 2024


On Thursday, 14th March 2024, the 19th edition of the Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards and Festival (META) began at New Delhi’s Kamani Auditorium.

Ram Gopal Bajaj to be Conferred META Lifetime Achievement Award 2024
by Stephi Wild - March 05, 2024


The Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META) and Festival 2024 announced that the META 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award will be conferred on celebrated Indian stage, film and television actor/director Ram Gopal Bajaj who will be felicitated during the award ceremony on 20th March 2024 at Kamani Auditorium.

REFLECTIONS OF WOMANHOOD Exhibit Opens This Week
by Stephi Wild - March 05, 2024


Reflections of Womanhood will be held at 6.30pm from March 8th to 28th, 2024 at Pioneer Art Gallery (Lado Sarai), Divine Art Gallery (Lado Sarai) and Ehsaas.

Tarun Thakral Hosts 'Journey Through Time: +1 Day, +1 Story' Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - March 01, 2024


Celebrating the leap year, Le Meridien New Delhi, in partnership with the Archives of Tarun Thakral, is hosting a visual journey titled 'Journey Through Time: +1 Day, +1 Story,' - a unique exhibition of hand-drawn Indian commercial posters from the 1920s to the 1960s.

Soho Theatre Brings Janine Harouni to Mumbai and Bengaluru This March
by Stephi Wild - February 20, 2024


Soho Theatre brings Janine Harouni to Mumbai and Bengaluru for her India debut this March. She performs her Edinburgh Comedy Awards-nominated Best Show, Janine Harouni: Man'oushe at NCPA and The Habitat in Mumbai, and at Jagriti in Bengaluru.

The Amethyst Room Hosts a Pop Up With AISH
by Stephi Wild - February 19, 2024


The Amethyst Room is now presenting a pop up with AISH. Aish is presenting a collection of their Icons - favorites, best sellers and one-of-a-kinds. Featuring high quality fabrics in flattering and easy to wear silhouettes; prints and colors that have won hearts all over the world.

WRONG NUMBER Comes to the Kamani Auditorium This Month
by Stephi Wild - February 13, 2024


Wrong Number comes to the Kamani Auditorium this month. The performance is set for Saturday 24 February 2024.

The Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival Returns Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 29, 2024


The Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival is set to captivate audiences once again with its 20th edition. The festival is scheduled to run from 16th to 25th February 2024 at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi and Tagore Theatre in Chandigarh. It is produced by Teamwork Arts and is largely supported by the Ishara Puppet Theatre Trust. 

Chitresh Das Dance to Take INVOKING THE RIVER On 3 City India Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 18, 2024


Chitresh Das Dance takes 'Invoking the River' on a 3 City India Tour. Experience an exploration of India's sacred waterways through dance, music, and storytelling.

Felicity Theatre Brings HUMARE RAM to Kamani Auditorium Next Week
by Stephi Wild - January 18, 2024


Felicity Theatre presents 'Humare Ram,' a theatrical extravaganza of epic proportions. Humare Ram will premier on January 25th at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi, and will run for seven shows, concluding on January 28th, 2024.

Utsav Educational and Cultural Society to Present Zofia Lichota in MAHABHUTAS - BETWEEN AIR AND EARTH
by Blair Ingenthron - January 13, 2024


Utsav Educational and Cultural Society presents Zofia Lichota from Poland in her Odissi Dance performance 'Mahabhutas – Between Air and Earth', an ode to her Guru.

OLGA KOCH: PRAWN COCKTAIL Makes its Indian Premiere This Month
by Stephi Wild - January 03, 2024


This January, the award-winning comedian Olga Koch brings her hit one-woman stand-up comedy show Prawn Cocktail to Mumbai and Bengaluru, for the first time. 

Ten Indian Artists Come Together to Save the Pashmina and its Heritage By Supporting Weavers and Karigars
by Blair Ingenthron - December 23, 2023


'The Grand Pashmina Ehsaas' online exhibition brings together ten eminent Indian artists to support Pashmina weavers and Karigars. Join the celebration of Kashmiri craftsmanship and heritage on December 23rd, 2023.

Review: MAMMA MIA! at Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre
by Richa Das - December 21, 2023


It’s Christmas and Mumbai is lining up to watch the latest offering from Broadway at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre - MAMMA MIA! This musical promises to take us off our seats and right to Greece, where we witness a very British coterie discover love, friendship and family. 


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