Theatre & Drama
Stage productions, live performances and stories from the world of theatre.
Ghar Pariwar: Exploring Family Bonds and Values on Stage
The play Ghar Pariwar, written and directed by Harish Kotwani and presented by Sindhi Rang Manch, highlights the emotional journey, conflicts, and relationships within a middle-class family.
Ghoramukho Pala: Exploring Identity and Folk Theatre Traditions
An overview of 'Ghoramukho Pala,' a pala-style folk performance directed by Sayak Mukherjee and based on Shankha Ghosh's Bengali translation of Girish Karnad's 'Hayavadana.'
Godan: Premchand’s Masterpiece Directed by Sartaj Narayan Mathur
An overview of the play Godan, based on Premchand's masterpiece, directed by Sartaj Narayan Mathur for the Bharat Rang Mahotsav.
Samstab Presents Gourer Kabach Directed by Suman Sengupta
Discover the background of the stage production Gourer Kabach, adapted and directed by Suman Sengupta for the Bengali theatre group Samstab from a novel by Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay.
Hind 1957: A Family Drama Exploring Dreams, History, and Prejudice
Hind 1957 is a family drama dealing with the shattered dreams of a patriarch burdened by history, prejudice, and discrimination, written by Vikas Bahri and directed by Feroz Abbas Khan.
Hum Bihar Mein Chunav Ladh Rahe Hain: A Satirical Solo Play Exploring Indian Politics
Hum Bihar Mein Chunav Ladh Rahe Hain is a satirical solo play inspired by Harishankar Parsai, exploring the absurdities of Indian politics through folk melodies, physical theatre, and sharp wit.
An Overview of the Play Infiltration by Prof. Dr. Prakash Ramakant Vazrikar
Explore the play Infiltration, written by Prof. Dr. Prakash Ramakant Vazrikar, detailing a peaceful Adivasi village's struggle against cultural invasion.
Janaknandini Explores the Life and Anguish of Sita in New Play
Directed by Dr. Prakash Jha and presented by Mailorang Repertory, the play Janaknandini portrays the life, emotions, and contemporary resonance of Sita through five actresses.
Jeth Rangreni (Sansa): A Folk-Based Play Highlighting Rabha Community Heritage
An overview of the play Jeth Rangreni (Sansa), directed by Pabitra Rabha and performed by the NSD Sikkim Centre, exploring the traditions and rituals of the Rabha community.
JUMP: A Black Comedy Exploring Connection and Suicide on a Mumbai Rooftop
Explore Maneesh Verma's black comedy play JUMP, commissioned by the Serendipity Arts Festival, featuring a fateful rooftop encounter in Mumbai.
Kamroo: A Dramatic Tale of Power, Control, and Rebellion
Kamroo is a dramatic Gujarati play set in an isolated matriarchal nation ruled by Queen Kamini Devi, exploring themes of power, balance, and rebellion.
KAMRUPA Play Explores the History of Queen Sati Sadhani and the Chutia Kingdom
A detailed look at the play Kamrupa, directed by Krishna Bhuyan and produced by the socio-cultural organization Rangabhumi, focusing on the history of Assam and Queen Sati Sadhani.