Mahanirvan
Playwright– Satish Alekar
Director – Satish Alekar
Actors – Nachiket Devasthali, Sayali Pathak
Producer – Natak Company
Date- 2 Aug 8:00 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang Awakash, Pune
Ticket – https://in.bookmyshow.com/plays/mahanirvan/ET00403625
Synopsis :
Mahanirvan has been considered as one of the most distinguished plays, a reputed milestone in the history of Indian Theatre. Right from the 1st show of the play, in 1974, till today with about 400 shows; it is considered to be one of the finest pieces of artistic craftsmanship. The theme content of this play is so apt & relevant to socio-cultural aspects that it has been translated & performed in more than 10 languages across the country. Mahanirvan is also one of the prescribed texts in the university curriculum for literature courses. Besides its extraordinarily different writing style, it is highly revered for its treatment on stage-The entire play is performed in a lyrical musical form using Maharashtrian folk lore like Kirtan, Gondhal, Bhajan, Abhangetc. With its unique feature of canny humour& black comedy, the play aptly highlights the intricacies of human relations & emotional ethos, while passing subtle messages on socio-cultural systems, typical human tendencies, customs & traditions etc
Chaturang ki Chaupal
Conceptualised By – Guru Shama Bhate
Presented by– Naadroop & Maharashtra Cultural Centre
Performers – Students of Naadroop
Date- 3rd Aug 6:00 p.m.,
Venue- Shreeram Lagoo Rang-avakash Pune
Phone booking:
Mrunmai Kulkarni- +91 75074 38624
Madhura Naik- +91 70202 29733
Synopsis :
In this composition, there are four different CHATURANGs from four different Raagas (Yaman, Jaijaywanti, Adana & Bhairavi) with four different vivid weaves to reach composition. These Raagas have their separate, strong identity yet meld together like the game of ‘Chaupal’. The four Chaturangs compete with each other, repeat with each other and playfully proceed to form a wholesome union – ‘Chaturang Ki Chaupal’
Mitti Ki Gaadi
Playwright– Shudraka
Director – Sapan Saran
Actors – Abhinandan Gupta, Ananya Ghosh
Producer – Drama School Mumbai & Tamasha Foundation
Date- 4 Aug 7:00 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang Awakash, Pune
Ticket – https://ticketkhidakee.com/mittikigaadi
Synopsis :
Mitti ki Gaadi (The Little Clay Cart) is an ensemble contemporary theatre piece based on the 3rd century Sanskrit classic Mricchakatika by Shudraka. The musical throws light on various socio-economic and political circumstances in the ancient city Ujjaini, governed by a fascistruler. A city at the brink of an uprising. Tied together by the throbbing love story of Vasantsena, a famous courtesan and Charudutt, an impoverished Brahmin merchant, the play makes a conscious attempt to shift gaze to the common people around these two characters – slaves, gamblers, prostitutes, thieves, the oppressed, the outliers. The play traces the journeys of these small characters as they occupy centre stage and drive their mitti ki gaadi to bring about a mass revolution.
Synopsis :
Asymptomatic is a cocktail of comedy, tragedy, farce, dance, stand up, theatre all rolled into one.
And like a cocktail, it has a particular effect on whoever watches it. Who among us has never faced rejection? Whether for a job, a programme, a relationship…
The piece tells the story of an artist hungry for success, and rebuffed at every turn. What happens to a person who needs to constantly prove themselves, prove their worth?
A solo performance, Asymptomatic is a hard look at the power systems that largely govern who will succeed and who will not, presented with bold – and funny – irreverence.
Lighting the Way- a workshop on stage lighting!
Conducted By – Sanket parkhe
Who can attend– Newcomers as well as experienced
Date- 3rd & 4th Aug 6:00-9:00 p.m., 5th Aug 4:00-9:00 p.m.
Venue- Rangalay, JBS, Pune
Registration – 73509 07063
Synopsis :
Discover the magic of stage lighting! 🌟
Join this workshop to explore the art of light design, with practical approach!
Whether you’re a theatre pro or a curious newcomer, learn to illuminate your imagination and captivate audiences.
For more information and registration – 73509 07063
Uchhad
Playwright– Original playwright by Yasmin Reza, translated by Niranjan Pedhnekar
Director – Anupam Barve
Actors – Niranjan Padhnekar, Tanvi Kulkarni, Siddhesh Dhuri, Sayalee Pathak
Producer – Rakhadi Studio
Date- 11 Aug, 7:00 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang Awakash, Pune
Ticket – 9226598513
Synopsis : This black comedy portrays a meeting between two couples over the peaceful and civil resolution of a minor altercation between their sons . The meeting slowly but surely escalates into different shapes and sizes of violence, tearing apart the veils of civility and exposing the conflict that lies at the heart of human coexistence.
Synopsis :
Vijay Shinde, a drunkard, a masseur with magical fingers is known for his skill of relieving irremediable muscular pain. He works in the anatomy section of an old government medical school. He preserves dead bodies artfully and cuts them compassionately. Vijay is desperately in love with Lilly – a cadaver! He takes gentle care of her in all possible ways. He has preserved her body passionately for past three years. But soon he must let her go. There is a shortage of cadavers available for medical studies and research. So, he must sacrifice his love, Lilly. Vijay is unable to accept this reality. He decides to escort Lilly to such a place where no mortal can intrude their solitude. He begins his rollercoaster journey with the dream to harmonise with Lilly forever. Will he succeed in his quest for eternity?
Ye Jo Public Hai
Playwright– Vivek Bele
Director-Vivek Bele
Actors– Anand Ingle, Sunil Abhyankar, Gayatri Tambe-Deshpande
Date – 21 Sep 2024
Time – 7:30 p.m.
Venue– Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakash, Pune
The light catcher
Performer – Ritika Shrotri
Writer – Niranjan Pedanekar
Design & Direction – Sanket Parkhe
Date – 29th March 2024
Time – 7.30 pm
Venue– Shreeram Lagoo Ranga – Avakash
Bellow Jotsna Bhole Sabhagruha, Hirabag Chowk, Tilak Rd, Pune
The Light Catcher is an account of a female photographer’s search of feminine beauty all over the world. While it is so, it is also a foray into the world of an artist, where art, its subjects and the surrounding social perspectives collide to produce more shades of grey than the artist herself imagined. As the principle of reflection of light works, the play describes the beauty of how the artist and her work can reflect a wide array of thoughts in a viewers mind. This collision of perspectives forms various shades of grey of which maybe the artist himelf is not much aware of. The play also highlights the various socio-political issues that have an impact in this game of perspectives
Writer – Charls Levinski
Director – Nipun Dharmadhikari
Date -24th March
Time – 11.30 am
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang – Avakash
JBS Hub, Hirabag Chowk, Pune
Conceptualised – Hrishikesh Pawar
Starring – Mallika Sarabhai & dancers
Date & Time 9th March 2024 | 07:00 PM
Synopsis :
Conceptualised by Hrishikesh Pawar starring Mallika Sarabhai and dancers of the Centre Of Contemporary Dance. Reading and movement work based on an intimate and introspective memoir titled “IN FREE FALL – My experience with living” by celebrated dancer Mallika Sarabhai. What does it take to survive on an orange and a glass of Complan for each meal? Dance the Flamenco till midnight the day your baby is due? Not to come undone in the face of personal loss? Or try multiple treatments from faith healing to mantras to cure a tumour that turns out not to be a tumour? Laced with humour and an earthy wisdom, In Free Fall is all about coming to terms with yourself and your body and finding the lifestyle that works for you. And how to make mistakes, pick yourself up and carry on. Never preachy, this ‘self-help’ memoir delivers an immensely useful message for anyone who wants good health – and happiness.
Gazalshuda
Gazalon ki Mehfeel
Singer – Dattaprasad Ranade
Tabala– Sameer Shivgar
Harmonium – Mukund Petkar
Date – 30th March
Time – 7.30 pm
Venue – Shreeram Lagoo Rang – Avakash, Bellow Jotsna Bhole Sabhagruha, Hirabag Chowk, Pune
Anand Ovari
( A Hindi play based on the Novel by D. B. Mokashi
Date -31st March
Time – 7 pm
Venue– Shreeram Lagoo Rang – Avakash
Bellow Jotsna Bhole Sabhgruha, Hirabaug Chowk, Tilak Rd. Pune
Synopsis :
This play offers a delightful blend of humor and wit, tailored for an intimate mini theater setting accommodating up to 200 spectators. Each audience member receives a table-tennis sized racket, featuring a red ball on one side and a green ball on the other. Throughout the performance, six pivotal moments arise where characters engage the audience for their input on the storyline’s progression. Volunteers quickly tally the votes, shaping the narrative based on the collective decision.
Asymptomatic
Playwright– Abhay Mahajan
Director – Abhay Mahajan
Actors – Abhay Mahajan
Producer – Medha Agrawal
Date- 15 Aug, 7:00 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang-Avakash, Pune
Ticket – https://insider.in/asymptomatic-when-failure-becomes-funny/event?utm_source=AbhayMahajan&utm_medium=social
The Folk Akhyan
Conceptualized by – Harsh Vijay
Performers – –
Date- 19 Aug, 7:30 p.m.
Venue- Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakash
Ticket – Coming soon
Synopsis :
“The Folk Akhyan” is currently being misconstrued in the name of Marathi folk music. Many musicians are forgetting the original spirit of our folk traditions, and in the name of creative experimentation, they are presenting folk music to the public in a distorted way. In “The Folk Narrative,” we aim to correct these misrepresentations. Our goal is to present Marathi folk music through a “Musical Concert,” adding a touch of glamour while preserving its authenticity. This is our small effort to restore the true essence of our folk heritage.
O Ganewali
Conceptualized by – Avanti Patel
Performers – Avanti Patel , Rutuja Lad
Date- 23 Aug, 8:00 p.m.
Venue- Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakash
Ticket – https://www.ticketkhidakee.com/ogaanewali
Synopsis :
“O Ganewaali” –
Tawaifs, the gaanewali and naachnewalis were celebrities in the late 1800s! Names like Gauhar Jaan, Janakibai, Raasoolan Bai, Begum Akhtar, Shobha Gurtu were well known in almost every household. Suddenly having their lives and art overturned by the pressures of the British Raj and the Indian Narionalist Movement, unfortunately the world hasn’t credited them enough for their invaluable contribution to this art form.
Written and conceptualised by Avanti Patel, former top 9th finalist on the 10th season of Indian Idol, her interests lie in bringing together important conversations on gender and society with her art.
Celebrating the women of Thumri, Dadra, Ghazal and other Hindustani semi classical forms, O Gaanewali is an intimate mehfil, baithak style! The audience is taken along a musical journey with some interesting facts, stories and anecdotes about the past.
The team of young musicians from Mumbai, Delhi and Pune are all set to take us into the era of baithaks and to listen to the music which was once known to all….
Tuzi Aukat Kaye
Playwright– Vedika Kumaraswami
Director – Pratiksha Khasnis & Nikita Thube
Actors – Pratisha Khasnis, Nikita Thube, Kalpesh Samel, Swapnil Bhave, Deep Dabare
Producer – Social Mancha and Manthan Studio
Date- 25 Aug 7:00 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang-Avakash, Pune
Ticket –Coming Soon
Synopsis :
5 storytellers, wandering through life with music in their hearts. This performance is the story of a girl born in the house of Devdasis. Our protagonist Vedika is married off to her destined husband- God. Merely escaping her fate, she leaves her home and sets out on a journey of survival and self-discovery. Her journey is unraveled through music and poetry.
Ek Doka Char Paay
Playwright- Soham Athavale / Neraja Bhide
Actors – Sai Bhagvat, Krish Pethe, Samruddhi Kulkarni, Arnav Varier, Advay Purkaar
Director – Soham Athavle / Kartik Bahirat
Date- Coming Soon
Venue- –
Ticket – –
Synopsis : Sayali finds herself alone at home as her mother travels abroad for work and her father is occupied with office responsibilities. With the monotony of summer vacation setting in, she yearns for companionship and expresses her desire for a sibling to her father. However, her wish remains unfulfilled. Nevertheless, amidst her journey, she encounters a friend who brings unexpected joy into her life. Join us as we unravel the mystery surrounding this unexpected ally.
Mission Superhero
Playwright – Niketan Nandurbare
Actors – Sai Bhagvat, Krish Pethe, Samruddhi Kulkarni, Arnav Varier, Advay Purkaar
Director – Niketan Nandurbare
Date- —
Venue- —
Ticket – 1 hour prior to show at venue.-
Cheri Eke Cheri
Playwright– Shreenidhi Zad/ Tanmay Bhide
Actors – Manthan Mahadik,Gandhar Joshi, Revati Deshpande, Pranoti Kakde, Tanishka Nighojkar
Director – Shreenidhi Zad/Tanmay Bhide
Date- Coming Soon
Venue- –
Ticket – 1 hour prior to show at venue.
Synopsis : In the tale of “Cheri Ek Cheri,” a young boy sets out to plant a cherry tree with a singular goal in mind: to taste its delicious fruit. As he tends to the tree, patiently nurturing its growth, he finds himself undergoing a transformative journey. With each passing season, he learns valuable lessons about patience, perseverance, and the rewards of hard work. Yet, as the tree flourishes under his care, uncertainty looms over whether his efforts will yield the anticipated bounty of cherries. Join us as we delve into the heartwarming narrative of determination and hope, where the boy’s aspirations intersect with the whims of nature, leaving the outcome hanging in the balance.
Whole Body Massage
Playwright– Harshawardhan Shrotri
Director– Kiran Yadnyopaveet
Actors – Shrikant Yadav, Abhijit Dhere, Riddhi Khandare, Ruchita Bhujbal, Dnyanratna Ahivale, Vinayak Lele, Amil Tapare & Girish Kulkarni
Date & Time -Coming Soon
Venue : Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakash
Synopsis :
Vijay Shinde, a drunkard, a masseur with magical fingers is known for his skill of relieving irremediable muscular pain. He works in the anatomy section of an old government medical school. He preserves dead bodies artfully and cuts them compassionately. Vijay is desperately in love with Lilly – a cadaver! He takes gentle care of her in all possible ways. He has preserved her body passionately for past three years. But soon he must let her go. There is a shortage of cadavers available for medical studies and research. So, he must sacrifice his love, Lilly. Vijay is unable to accept this reality. He decides to escort Lilly to such a place where no mortal can intrude their solitude. He begins his rollercoaster journey with the dream to harmonise with Lilly forever. Will he succeed in his quest for eternity?
‘Humne Kabeer Se Poocha ki…’
Playwright- Pamod Kale
Translated by : Vidya Belsare
Actors – Dr. Chaitanya Kunte, Ketan Pawar, Sunil Avachat, Manas Gosavi, Rajas Wadekar, Jaydeep Vaidya, Parth Umarani, Amruta Kolatkar, Harshad Rajpathak
Director – Pramod Kale
Date- 2 Oct, 7:00 p.m.
Venue- Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakash
Ticket – https://ticketkhidakee.com/hamnekabeersepoochaki
Synopsis :
Humne Kabeer Se Poocha Ki….’ is a captivating musical exploration of the timeless and compassionate wisdom of Sant Kabeer, whose teachings resonate deeply in today’s socio-political landscape. Through a series of 14 beautifully crafted compositions, the show intertwines Kabeer’s poignant narrations with enchanting music, bringing his profound thoughts to life. This innovative presentation not only honors Kabeer’s legacy but also encourages reflection on the relevance of his messages in contemporary society. Join us on this inspiring journey that celebrates love, unity, and social harmony. ‘
‘Illham’
Produced By– Team 9:30
Playwright : Manav Kaul
Artists– Sasha Dhawan, Madura Joshi, Madhulika Bhattacharya, Aayush Chopda, Chanchal Prasad, Chahat Singla, Mukul Sharma
Directed By– Chahat Singla
Date & Time – 3 Oct, 7:30 p.m. Tickets on: 8529077468
Venue : Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakash
Synopsis :
‘JOYRIDE’
Produced By– Aasakta Kalamanch Playwright : Vibhawari Deshpande
Artists– Vibhawari Deshpande, Manthan Mahadik, Renuka Chaudhari, Apurva Zolgikar, Yash Bhalerao, Atul Jain, Saavi Kulkarni, Hrishikesh Sawant.
Directed By– Suyog Deshpande
Date & Time – 4 Oct, 7:30 p.m.
Venue : Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakash
Synopsis :
Climate change, plastic waste, sustainability. They’re all global problems that can feel overwhelming. If the best minds of the world haven’t found a solution, can we as individuals make a difference? The Ikshana team believes that the key lies in knowledge. Ikshana literally means ‘sight’; and through the medium of Bharatanatyam, spoken word and embodied cultural practices we aim to dispel some of the misinformation around climate change and help you make an informed decision about the impact of your choices. A performance organised by Poornam Ecovision Foundation and presented by HCL concerts.
‘Chandanwel’
Produced By– Akashwani, Pune Playwright : Suneel Gondhlekar
Artists– Gauri Lagoo, Prasad Kulkarni, Harshad Rajpathak, Pushkar Gadgil, Kaushiki Kaledhonkar.
Presented By– Nileema Patwardhan
Date & Time – 10 Oct, 5:30 p.m. Venue : Shreeram Lagoo Rang-Avakashkash Tickets : Free Entry
Synopsis :A special program on the occasion of Kojagiri Pournima produced by Akashvani Pune
‘चांदणवेळ’
Let’s experience the moon as seen through the creativity of renowned literary figures in poetry, songs, and special excerpts where the moon appears!
Along with performances of songs by accomplished singers and musicians!
Thakishi Samvaad
Synopsis :
Thakishi Samvaad represents a groundbreaking moment in Satish Alekar`s literary career, being his first play to grace the pages of publication prior to its stage premiere. Set against the backdrop of a pandemic-induced lockdown, the dark comic narrative unfolds around an elderly protagonist surrounded by Amazon cartons, symbolic of both modern consumerism and the isolating times. In the midst of this contemplative setting, he engages in a profound dialogue about Marathi playwrights and the history of Marathi theatre with Thaki, his devoted accomplice. Together, they navigate the challenges imposed by this pandemic, intricately exploring themes of loneliness, resilience, and the innate human need for connection through the interplay of characters and symbolism.
Kavita Abhivachan Workshop
For Whom– Participants of Khuli Marathi Kavita Abhivachan Spardha
Contact to Register – Pramod Kale
Contact Number- 9850839997
Organizer- Maharashtra Cultural Centre
Date- 24 – 27 June, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Venue- Rangalay , MCC Hub, Pune
Duration – 2 Hrs/ Day
Synopsis :
Registered for Khuli Marathi Kavita Abhivachan Spardha, but feel the need for guidance? Then here is the right opportunity for you!! Join this workshop and get groomed for the competition.
Register Now !!!
Purane Chawal
Playwright– Neil Simon Director – Sumeet Vyas
Actors – Kumud Mishra, Shubhrajyoti Barat, Ghanshyam Lalsa/Ishwar Shunya, Ayesha Raza/Anaamika Tiwari, Kirti V.A., Divyendu Saurav and Prashant Pandey
Producer – D for Drama
Date- 12Oct, 5:00 p.m. & 8:00p.m. | 13 Oct 5:00 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang-Avakash, Pune
Ticket – https://in.bookmyshow.com/plays/d-for-drama-s-puraane-chawal/ET00405029
Synopsis :
Set in contemporary Mumbai, this hindi adaptation of Neil Simon’s The Sunshine Boys delves into the world of two retired comedy geniuses who are brought together to reprise their iconic comedy act after 12 years for the biggest festival of comedy in the country. The only problem is they can’t stand each other. Will they be able to put aside their differences and create the same magic?
Patna Ka Superhero
Playwright– Nihal Parashar Director – Nihal Parashar
Actors – Ghanshyam Lalsa
Producer – D for Drama
Date- 13Oct, 11:30 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang-Avakash, Pune
Ticket –https://in.bookmyshow.com/plays/d-for-drama-s-patna-ka-superhero/ET00352339
Synopsis : Hamare hisaab se duniya mein teen hi krantikari huye hain: Karl Marx, Bhagat Singh, aur Pintu Bhaiya. With this begins the fascinating story of Pintu Bhaiya, seen from the eyes of a young Patna boy back in the early 2000s.
The Pintu Bhaiya: Notorious gang leader, local legend, and most importantly, a hopeless romantic, desperately in love. Our young, impressionable narrator tells this tale of “love”, small-town shenanigans, and displaced identities with humour, satire and a rare innocence that will warm your heart, make you burst out laughing and sometimes cry (lekin Pintu bhaiya ne bola hai ki “Rona Nahin Hai!”).
After many successful runs at Prithvi since its premiere in August 2022, and shows in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi and Bangalore we present to you `PatnaKaSuperhero` in Ahmedabad for the very first time.
Proof
Playwright– David Auburn Director – Aditya Joshi
Actors – Tamanna Mannan, Aditya Joshi, Bishka Thapa, Kiran Patil
Producer – Aadin Productions
Date- 25 Oct, 7:30 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang-Avakash, Pune
Ticket – Soon on PaytmInsider
Synopsis : On the eve of her twenty-fifth birthday, Catherine, a troubled young woman, has spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, a famous mathematician. Now, following his death, she must deal with her own volatile emotions; the arrival of her estranged sister, Claire; and the attentions of Hal, a former student of her father’s who hopes to find valuable work in the 103 notebooks that her father left behind. Over the long weekend that follows, a burgeoning romance and the discovery of a mysterious notebook draw Catherine into the most difficult problem of all: How much of her father’s madness – or genius – will she inherit?
Backstagewala
Playwright– Yugandhar Deshpande Director – Yugandhar Deshpande
Actors –Sameer Khandekar, Anagha Atul, Shilpa Sane, Swapnil Shrirao, Tushar Gavare Producer – Aadin Productions
Date- 26 Oct, 7:30 p.m.
Venue- Shriram Lagoo Rang-Avakash, Pune
Ticket – Soon on PaytmInsider
Synopsis : Every theatrewalla has this passionate worm inside himself to perform onstage, but one initially encounters the world of inglorious Backstage. ‘Backstagewala’ is a narrative that gives us the inner shades of a struggling actor who wants a golden chance to prove himself to satisfy his glorious passion. He tries hard through various means and ways, from struggling to enter a particular Theatre group to get a chance to get a single entry on stage to satisfy his passion.The narrative humorously represents the variety in the types of actors, audiences and critics who altogether develop a full throttle drama. It also hilariously describes the process of a play and various motifs used during its process. Narrative’s humour deliberately points out the various categories of people with different perspectives and ideologies that are present in the field of Theatre and Arts and ‘Backstagewala’ shares such a story of our young protagonist who has come to accomplish his dreams but can’t really make his journey from Backstage to Onstage. But is he still satisfied?