The Global Maitri Festival 2025, themed on Sanskriti, Maitri Bhaav, and Seva Bhaav, will be held from Jan 17-19 in Delhi. Discover the grand celebration of Indian culture and global harmony.
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.
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
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.
Grips Theatre India celebrates 40 years in Pune, championing children's right to question. Founder Mohan Agashe & German inspiration Volker Ludwig discuss its political, socially-aware legacy. Read more.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
The 14th Jairangam theatre festival in Jaipur, from Dec 18-21, features a New Zealand play's India debut, a Guru Dutt tribute, and 11 productions with women directors at its core. Explore Jaipur's culture!
The 5-day Yuvaa Rang Utsav in Jalandhar concluded on a high note with the play 'Dost Dost Na Raha'. The festival celebrated theatre with multiple performances and honored veteran artistes.
Delhi-based theatre actor Naveen Kaushik impresses in Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' starring Ranveer Singh. Discover his journey from stage to sharing screen with Bollywood giants.
Nationwide flight delays & cancellations disrupted Bengaluru Theatre Fest, Lit Fest & Fashion Week. Organisers faced talent gaps, soaring costs & frantic reshuffling. Details inside.
Manipur police issue stern warning and plan arrests after valley-based militant groups threaten theatre groups and others. Authorities vow to uphold law and order.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
Actor-dancer Siddharth Nigam debuts in the lavish musical Kaneez in Mumbai. He discusses his shift from TV to theatre, upcoming web series, and the amusing link to Sonu Nigam. Read the exclusive interview.
Explore Ahmedabad's vibrant arts this December. See Gurudas Shenoy's cityscapes at Archer Art Gallery, Darpana's 'Meanwhile Elsewhere' at Natarani, and the Van Gogh Immersive Experience at Palladium. Plan your cultural visits now!
Students at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University's Youth Festival used mime and skits to address pressing socio-political and environmental issues. Read about the impactful performances and winners.
A year after the Hyderabad stampede, the injured boy's father thanks Allu Arjun for help but reveals overwhelming medical costs. Read the full story on the ongoing struggle.
Odisha's culture department announces a Rs 1 crore grant for Bargarh's Dhanu Jatra, the world's largest open-air theatre. The 11-day festival starts Dec 24. Read about the grand plans.
Shilpa Bansal's new play 'Kaapiz, Crypto and Chaos' uses comedy to connect generations. Discover how it tackles digital scams, emojis, and love letters.
The 12th Manipur Sangai Festival concluded successfully, highlighting resilience, cultural heritage, and sports. Governor Bhalla praised stakeholders and infrastructure initiatives boosting tourism. Read more.
Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena discusses progress on integrated theatre commands, Navy's expansion in Thiruvananthapuram & Lakshadweep, and monitoring Chinese activity. Read the full update.
Reality TV star Whitney Leavitt lands lead role in Broadway's 'Chicago'. Her six-week run starts 2 Feb 2026 at Ambassador Theatre. Read more about her journey from DWTS to the big stage.
The 12th Sangai Festival in Manipur concluded after 10 vibrant days. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla highlighted its role in boosting tourism and celebrating the state's rich heritage. Read more.
Dhanush safeguards Kriti Sanon from enthusiastic fans at Mumbai's Gaiety Galaxy theatre. Their film 'Tere Ishk Mein' earns impressive ₹16.50 crore on opening day. Read the full story!
Sir Tom Stoppard, Oscar-winning playwright of Shakespeare in Love, passes away peacefully at 88. Explore his legendary career and mysterious death.
Renowned playwright Tom Stoppard, master of intellectual drama and verbal gymnastics, passes away at 88. Remember his iconic works like Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.
British playwright Tom Stoppard passes away at 88. Tributes from Mick Jagger, National Theatre, and others celebrate his intellectual legacy and impact on global theatre.
Thiruvananthapuram revenue district school youth festival commences on December 1 in Attingal. Over 8,000 students from 1,002 schools will compete in 317 events across 14 venues during the five-day cultural extravaganza.
Renowned playwright Tom Stoppard, known for his intellectual wit and masterpiece 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead', has passed away at 88. Explore his legendary career.
Patna's iconic Kalidas Rangalaya theatre is undergoing a comprehensive Rs 7 crore renovation to become a state-of-the-art performing arts venue with modern facilities, expected completion by January next year.