Ana Pinhal is a Portuguese vocalist who specialises in the Fado style of music. Fado found its home in the local pubs and cafes of Lisbon in the 1820s. Popular in the cultural milieu of sailors and courtesans, it is full of tunes that are both heartrending and hopeful. Ana and her accompanists bring this slice of Portuguese culture to India and demonstrate its accessibility and transcendency across continen...(more)ts and cultures.
A tongue-in-cheek retelling of the story of Aravan from the epic 'Mahabharata'. Contemporary dialogues characteristic of Tahira Nath's writing, merge with an ancient and little known mythological tale in this boisterous comedy complete with its own dance numbers. Set against the backdrop of trans folk journeying to Koovagam for a grand celebration, the plot follows young Aravan in search of his father, (the...(more) great Pandava warrior Arjuna) and the unique challenge he faces one night. The performance draws on forms like Odissi, Karagattam, and Kalaripayattu, accompanied by lively soundtrack of Tamil folk music. Directed by Amey Mehta. For ages 16 & above.
Some stories are so memorable, one cannot help but revisit them in search of more layers. With that in mind, Gentlemen's Club returns for its third run at the theatre. The show follows the lives of various drag kings, set in the thriving underground club scene of Mumbai. The protagonist Shamsher - an homage to Shammi Kapoor - is joined by a motley crew of women who revel in the art of drag performance. Usin...(more)g dance, music and visuals, this show weaves a comedic and provocative tale of women who celebrate the masquerade of masculinity. For ages 16 and above.
A wandering warrior arrives in a strange little town that has been under the monstrous rule of a Rakshas. What follows is a fantastical fable of adventure and triumph brought to life by the actors of the Tadpole Repertory, Delhi. Based on Yevgeny Schwarz's 1943 play The Dragon, the performance is reminiscent of wondrous childhood bedtime stories while retaining a mature undertone of self aware humour. Colou...(more)rful creatures and characters populate this theatrical spectacle that prompts audiences to reflect on the 'Rakshas' that lives within us all. Directed by Bikram Ghosh and supported by the India Foundation for the Arts Fund. For ages 12 and above.
Regula Schwab's violin and Lucien Dubuis' bass clarinet come together to create Baroque Jazz tunes peppered with undertones of contemporary swiss music. This duo "Krond Flast" bring their experience in improvisation and cinematic soundscapes to weave a visually stimulating sound experience that is vibrant, comforting and playful.