Mysuru's iconic Rangayana repertory theatre grapples with a severe identity crisis due to institutional neglect, funding issues, and a talent shortage. Discover the challenges facing this cultural pillar.
Mysuru's 25th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival, honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, runs Jan 11-18. Features 24 plays, music, film fest, and stalls. Join the cultural celebration!
The 24th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival kicks off in Mysuru on January 11, 2025. Featuring 22 plays in 10 languages, the event celebrates India's diverse theatrical traditions. Don't miss this cultural extravaganza!
The 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition is on in Lucknow. 16 theatre groups from Delhi, Kolkata & more are performing free shows till January 8. Don't miss this cultural treat!
Panjab University's famed Indian Theatre department, alma mater to Bollywood stars, has not hired a permanent professor since 2007. With one teacher left, students and alumni demand action. Read more.
Jaipur's iconic Ravindra Manch, established in 1963, faces decay. Once hosting legends like Begum Akhtar and Jagjit Singh, its cracked walls now symbolize a fading cultural legacy. Read about the fight to save it.
Four acclaimed plays from Pune, including 'Kadambari' on Tagore's muse, are set to be staged at the 8th National Theatre Festival in Kolkata from Jan 4-12. Discover the stories behind these selections.
Explore India's vibrant culinary scene with these 5 ongoing food festivals. From Delhi's Grub Fest to Goa's Serendipity, discover where to indulge in gourmet delights. Plan your foodie adventure today!
Rangayana Dharwad's 6-day theatre festival features plays by three Rangayana units and a historical Gandhi photo exhibition. Inaugurated by Director Venkataramana Attal, it runs daily at 6pm. Join the cultural celebration!
Explore the vibrant tapestry of India's lesser-known festivals like Sazo Kut and Losar. Discover unique traditions, dates, and cultural significance in this guide.
Explore how Karnataka's Shakeel Ahmmad uses eclectic theatre to challenge norms and ignite crucial social dialogue. Discover his unique approach to storytelling.
Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep will celebrate New Year's Eve 2025 by watching his film 'Mark' with fans in Bengaluru and Mysuru. Join the special fan shows!
Theatre artist Somnath Sarkar delves into the narrative arc of romance, separation, and reunification in a full-length play. Explore the wisdom behind the stage lights. Read more insights.
Delhi's 3-day Winter Theatre Festival at Shri Ram Centre featured powerful plays blending satire, folk traditions, and social conflict. Explore the highlights and impact of this cultural event.
Kerala Film Chamber announces boycott of government theatres from January, citing severe financial crisis with less than 10 hits out of 184 releases. Read about their demands.
Students at Learning Paths School, Mohali, brought Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' to life in a vibrant stage adaptation, blending classic storytelling with contemporary themes.
The six-day Panna Bharat Ram Theatre Festival 2025 concluded in New Delhi, showcasing award-winning plays on diverse themes. Audiences braved cold and pollution to enjoy thought-provoking performances.
M.K. Raina's powerful adaptation 'Pret', based on Ibsen's Ghosts, was performed in Delhi. The play confronts inherited hypocrisy and the clash of tradition with scientific thought. Read more.
Hyderabad-based actor-director Mohammad Ali Baig's Urdu play 'Sunset...Sunrise' deeply resonated with audiences at Kolkata's ICCR, highlighting universal family themes and challenging stereotypes about vernacular theatre.
Anil Rastogi, an 82-year-old scientist-turned-actor from Lucknow, achieves a rare milestone with his 100th stage performance. Discover his inspiring journey from CDRI to theatre luminary.
Forget adding more speakers. Modern soundbars with Dolby Atmos, adaptive sound, and smart features offer a superior, clutter-free home theatre upgrade. Discover the smarter way to immersive audio.
Cinema owners in India and globally fear Netflix or Paramount acquiring Warner Bros. could slash theatrical releases. Can upgraded theatres and loyalty programs save the big screen?
Senior Kashmiri theatre artists gathered in Srinagar for the first time in two decades to discuss the future of the Valley's rich dramatic tradition and its struggle to attract youth.
Repertwahr Season 13 lit up Lucknow with powerful theatre and hilarious stand-up comedy. Audiences were captivated by the play 'Ambaa' and Gurleen Pannu's comedy. Read more about the cultural highlight!
Lucknow's Repertwahr festival, now a four-day cultural spectacle, doubled its footfall this year. Founder Priyanka Sarkar shares the journey from a 1-2 day event to a major celebration of performing arts. Read more about its evolution and future goals.
The 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition kicked off in Lucknow with a stunning Putul Nach performance. Discover the cultural highlights and participating teams from across India.
Actor Faisal Malik pushes for mandatory theatre education in schools from an early age. He shared his journey at Prayagraj's Bazm-e-Virasat event. Read more.
M L Dahanukar College's 'Jab We Meta' won the Loksatta Lokankika competition finale at Ravindra Natya Mandir. Discover the winners and highlights.
Veteran actor Sushil Kumar Meher, after two decades in theatre, secures the role of demon king Kamsa at the world's largest open-air theatre, Bargarh Dhanu Yatra. Read his inspiring journey.
Explore how Bengaluru's unique theatre culture, shaped by multilingualism and dedicated spaces, thrives today. Veteran artists share insights on its evolution and distinct identity.