Theatre & Drama
Stage productions, live performances and stories from the world of theatre.
Kanupriya: Exploring Love and Tragedy in Dharmavir Bharati’s Play Directed by Ratan Thiyam
An overview of the play Kanupriya, written by Dr. Dharamvir Bharti, directed by Ratan Thiyam, and performed by the Chorus Repertory Theatre.
Karna No Vesh – Bhavai Explores Mahabharata Tale Through Traditional Forms
Karna No Vesh – Bhavai brings the Mahabharata story of Karna to the stage, combining classical Sanskrit theatre roots with traditional Bhavai performance elements.
Khamosh! Adaalat Jaari Hai: A Timeless Exploration of Social Hypocrisy and Patriarchy
An exploration of Vijay Tendulkar's path-breaking play 'Khamosh! Adaalat Jaari Hai', translated by Sarojini Verma and directed by Avtar Sahni for the Shri Ram Centre for Performing Arts Repertory Company.
Ko-Jaani Kahaan?: Exploring the Realities of Patriarchy and Society
An overview of the play 'Ko-Jaani Kahaan?', written by Durgesh Soni and directed by Annapurna Soni, which highlights the suffocating grip of patriarchy and societal realities through the stories of rural women.
Kolamba Hatha Presented by Apurwa Theatre Group
An overview of the devised performance Kolamba Hatha, directed by Dr. Chamika Hathlahawatta and produced by the Apurwa Theatre Group.
Laila Majnu: A Retelling of the Classic Tale in Theatre
Read about the theatrical production of Laila Majnu, written by Ismail Choonara, translated by Sabir Irshad Usmani, and directed by Prof. Ram Gopal Bajaj.
Lairembigee Eshei (Song of the Nymphs)
An overview of the play Lairembigee Eshei (Song of the Nymphs), directed by Ratan Thiyam and performed by the Chorus Repertory Theatre.
Madhuri Dixit: A Romantic-Thriller Play by Sparsh Productions
Explore the romantic-thriller play 'Madhuri Dixit' by Sparsh Productions, directed and written with a narrative exploring love, deceit, and Locked-In Syndrome.
Mai Ri Main Ka Se Kahoon Explores Women's Desires and Social Norms
Based on Vijaydan Detha's story Duvidha and directed by Ajay Kumar, the play Mai Ri Main Ka Se Kahoon examines the conflict between women's desires and societal frameworks.
Malati Madhavam: An Overview of the Sanskrit Play and Production
An overview of the Sanskrit play Malati Madhavam by Bhavabhuti, directed by Vivek Emmaneni for the National School of Drama.
Molokhu Explores the Life of a Neglected Yet Indispensable Rural Figure
Learn about the play Molokhu, directed by Bhaskar Boruah and performed by the Joonak group, highlighting the story of Biju in rural society.
Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram Explores the Ramayana Through Dance and Storytelling
Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram is a theatrical production presented by the Urvashi Dance Art Music and Cultural Society, offering an immersive exploration of the Ramayana under the direction of Dr. Rekha Mehra.