🌟 Experience the Magic of Villu Paatu! 🌟 Puthaandu Kondattam at Atta Galatta Get ready for a vibrant celebration of Tamil culture with a modern twist! Join us for a one-of-a-kind Villu Paatu performance - an ancient Tamil folk storytelling tradition that fuses Iyal (Prose), Isai (Music), and Naadagam (Theatre) into a lively, interactive, and fun-filled experience! Presented by the talented Storyteller Lavanya Prasad, this unique session promises to transport you through engaging tales, catchy folk tunes, and lots of laughter. Whether Read More..

The Mahabharata is not just an epic—it is a living, breathing force that shapes the very fabric of our land. From rituals to sculptures, from dance to literature, from song to the very landscapes we inhabit, its echoes are everywhere. Join Aparna Jaishankar for an enchanting evening of Oral Storytelling, where she brings to life the stories of the Mahabharata that continue to thrive in the heart of cosmopolitan Tamil Nadu. Based on primary research, this session will reveal the epic’s enduring presence in contemporary traditions. Whether you are new to the Mahabharata or a pa Read More..

Watch a modern take on the classic Panchatantra Story, “The Thirsty Crow” – with a handmade puppet! In a theatrical setting, the imagination goes on a ride with songs, edutainment and a moral for a lifetime! Discover the magic of puppet-making as you dive into the creative process and learn how to bring your puppet to life! For ages 2-6, and anyone who loves puppetry! Art. Story. Repeat! Seeming like a traditional Virtual Reality (VR), Aditi is amused by this loop - Art creates a character and the Story is your imagination - endless possibilities! Starting h Read More..

தமிழ் புத்தாண்டு நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்! Join us for a weekend-long celebration at Atta Galatta, as we welcome the new year with song, dance, celebration, and lots of laughter! From Villu Paatu performances to Tamil storytelling, our programme will have something for every member of the family! What’s more, all Tamil books for adults will be available for purchase at a 30% discount, and all children’s Tamil books will be 20% off. We invite all of you to kickstart your Tamil new year at your friendly neighbourhood booksto Read More..

An Evening of Magic is a most amazing magic show presented by `Nakul Shenoy & Friends’, featuring top entertainers and magic acts. Curated and hosted by the internationally-acclaimed mentalist Nakul Shenoy, each event in this series brings unique acts and performances by nationally and internationally acclaimed magicians, alongside some of the most notable up-and-coming stars of magic. This is an evening that is truly magical, and one you will want to experience many times over. Read More..

From Chennai to Kanyakumari to Madurai to each and every corner of the Tamil Land lies tales that are rooted in the soil. From Rajas and Ranis to personal relationships and adultery, the tales have something for every audience. Inspired from Folktales and Folk myths across the land, the performance storytelling in English and Tamil will be smattered with folk songs, lullabies and riddles that are ingrained in the culture. Over the 60 minutes, the audience will travel through the tales into forgotten dynasties, unheard flowers, unspoken narratives that retain the flavor of the soil and peopl Read More..

Get ready to taste the magic of stories in a whole new way! 🍭✨ This exciting, high-energy storytelling performance will take your little ones on an adventure filled with laughter, vibrant characters, and unforgettable tales! Join us as our storyteller (straight from Chennai) brings to life classic stories and fresh new adventures, bursting with flavors of fun, surprises, and lots of audience interaction! 🦄🎉 Perfect for children of all ages, this show will ignite their imaginations and leave them craving more! So, bring your little dreamers, and let’s indulge in a world of magi Read More..

Gear up for the Big Band Theory as we take Atta Galatta by storm on Saturday, 5th April with our exciting line up of Hindi and regional numbers, all performed with a spark of fusion and innovation!! Join us for a memorable evening of music!! Read More..

Get ready for an exciting storytelling session filled with adventure, laughter, and unforgettable characters. Explore stories of a young boy who finds himself in a rather slithery situation, or a man with a strange set of scary customers for this sharpening tool.  Come listen, laugh, and discover stories that will stay with you long after they’re told. Read More..

Join us for a curated storytelling evening - Weaving a story (A curated exploration of Chikankari embroidery) Delve into the world of intricate motifs and soothing colours. Aparna Jaishankar will be in conversation with Nidhi Bala of Tanzeb. Learn how each piece of garment goes through atleast five karigars to create a kurta. See how traditional artisans are adapting to contemporary requirements. Apart from exploring Nidhi Bala’s private collection, Tanzeb’s unique pieces will be on display and sale. But beyond the fabric and stitches, it’s the stories of the artisans&mdas Read More..