In the lush green Sahyadris, the Kudkud Kumbha lets out a loud kudkudkudkud! From Paati’s kitchen wafts the mouthwatering smell of rasam… And on the counter sits a lone mango — but where did its first ancestor come from? What do mysterious birds, tasty rasam, and ancient mangoes have in common? Come find out at Atta Galatta, Bangalore, as the wonderful Janaki Sabesh brings Karadi’s Tales to life with stories full of flavour and wonder! For ages 3-9 Janaki Sabesh loves stories—telling them, sharing them and performing them. You can also catch her Read More..

Step into the magical world of Kamishibai for a fun-filled storytelling session where pictures and tales come alive.  We’ll bring two delightful stories based on popular children’s books – told in the enchanting Kamishibai style.
Get ready for giggles, gasps, and a whole lot of storytelling magic.
Open to children of all ages. Come, watch the stories unfold – one card at a time! Read More..

May the Non-Aligned spread its vision far and wide! Join us on 25 May for the TWENTIETH instalment of our groundbreaking Poetry Conclave series.  We have a stellar line up this month with eleven poets. Your Feature Poet of the evening is Adithya Nair! This amazing Poetry Conclave will be one of celebration and well wishes as we see off the founder of (nPc), Captain of the Non-Aligned Henry al-Muthanna as he shifts to Singapore!  Read More..

The Mahabharata is often called the story of stories - a grand saga of kings, warriors, revenge, and destiny. But is it only a story of man against man, of land lost and won through dice and battle? Look closer. The forests, rivers, trees, and all living beings breathe within the epic - sometimes as silent witnesses, sometimes as powerful protagonists. They stand in plain sight in the well-known narratives and thrive richly in the subaltern traditions. These tales are kept alive through rituals, sculptures, folklore, and ancient performing arts. Join us for an evocative hour of ora 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..

Punit Pania has detached himself from most mainstream seductions but he can’t resist writing a new stand-up show about it. New jokes from the fringes of civilization and the edge of consciousness, followed by a QnA session, i.e., Satsang IRL. Read More..

An enchanting evening of romantic ghazal & divine sufi melodies awaits you let the soulful voice of Koyel Mukherjee vocalist, (Zee Saregamapa fame), the mesmerising tabla by Partha Chatterjee and magical keys of Rishabh Chauhan takes you on the journey of love, divineness and tranquillity.
The band name is Ruh_voyage previously called as Ruhaniyat_sufi. Read More..

🌟 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..