The famous Kola performances of Tulu Nadu involve dancers who invite powerful, sacred spirits to possess them. Through the performers, and surrounded by vibrant colours and striking visuals, these spirits—known as daiva—may settle disputes, provide guidance, grant blessings and pass judgement. However, there is so much more to it than art and devotion. From Panjurli, the benevolent boar spirit, to Bobbarya, guardian of the sea, this book explores it all: the kinds of daiva, their stories, their individual natures and the ways in which they come to inhabit the devout. In Daiva Read More..

Board Game Enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to try out and play as many as five Board games on the theme of Wildlife, from Kaadoo Games. A representative from Kaadoo Games, Ms. Kiran Sarjapuram, will be on hand to support and instruct in the experience of the Games. The event is for two hours, from 11 am - 1 pm, on Sunday 30th June. It is priced at Rs.300. Wheelchair access can be provided on prior request or intimation. Read More..

Topic of Discussion - Overcoming Fear of Rejection People make up big cities but what makes up people’s lives, hopefully not loneliness. Loneliness is an intensely painful state which arises out of lack of intimacy and connectedness. People from every wake of life, even those with social contacts or pursuing successful careers can experience sadness from absence of belongingness. This painful experience is felt in a myriad of contexts such as breakups, disagreeing families, fear of rejection, unrelatability, shyness and so on. This support group has been constituted to bring people Read More..

After quitting his corporate career in early 2008, Kalyan traveled exclusively through rural India for about 2 and ½ years, and slow-traveled for about a year through the central Indian tribal communities right from Kuchchh all the way to the Sundarbans. Having lived with scores of families that were below the so-called poverty line and right down at the bottom of the pyramid, his views on development and poverty turned 180 degrees. Instead of reacting or responding to the symptoms of poverty, he wanted to create a new possibility in which poverty just cannot exist. He found the i Read More..

In "The Silent Chaos," two clumsy but lovable mimes, Kuku and Madhu, embark on a series of hilarious adventures in a park. They stumble through a series of funny situations, starting with a comical argument over a park bench that ends in a shared tumble to the ground. Their day continues with a chaotic picnic where invisible food turns into an epic, imaginary food fight. Next, they encounter an invisible dog that leads to playful jealousy and laugh-out-loud antics as they take turns pretending to be the dog. Their antics move to a playground where they try to navigate invisible sw Read More..

We go through life oblivious to the wondrous things we do and magical beings we are. The fact is there’s magic all around us and there’s magic in us. People who love is do things for us even if it makes them uncomfortable, even though it may be challenging for them – and vice versa. It’s the magic of love. We go through obstacles every day, do things that are difficult, go to sleep, wake up the next morning and we are willing to meet the day again – everyday. That we do that is nothing short of magic. We run from one thing to another every day without really Read More..

‘Ashcharya Choodamani' is a vibrant theatrical adaptation by Mr. Prasanna inspired by the timeless classic, ""Alice in Wonderland,"" showcasing a delightful fusion of five languages: Hindi, English, Marathi, Kannada, and, Gujarati. Audiences get a linguistic rollercoaster, experiencing a delightful confusion of languages that adds to the comic charm of the production. At the heart of the play is the spirited character of Choodamani, a young girl who radiates joy and curiosity, always seeking out surprises in her whimsical world. Her infectious energy draws the aud Read More..

A grumpy collector of rare things is set out to capture Gudgudee the tickle monster to add to his collection. He has now mastered the magic spell to summon the monster. What do you think happens next.? Does he succeed in capturing Gudgudee? Will Gudgudee be bound by the collector and never laugh or bring joy for children ever again? Or does she succeed in tickling his funny bone? Join us to find out while we take you on a laughter riot! KathaCorner started in 2014 celebrates it's 10 years anniversary. The team has carved a niche for itself through their innovative storytelling styles. C Read More..

It's June, and the school season has just begun! After a long summer break, excitement and nervousness fill the air as children in Bengaluru return to school. The hottest summer has given way to rains, soaking new uniforms, bags, and shoes. Children must protect their freshly wrapped books and stationery from the wet weather. As they step into new classrooms and meet new teachers & friends, this play brings relatable tales to life. Join us for "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo: The Schoolbag!" where imagination takes flight and everything inside a school bag narrates its own enchanting st Read More..

The thief's story is about a boy who goes through a transformation from a thief to someone who realizes the value of human relationships and trust. The play has been originally written by Ruskin Bond. It will be performed by Sachin Ravindran and directed by Vivek Vijayakumaran. There will be an activity for all the kids at the end! Once Upon a Time is part of our initiative to bring theatre and performance to children. In this program, children will get to watch a performance created using handpicked stories. The performance will be followed by an activity with the children to help them Read More..