Indian Mythology is full of answers to the many whys of our culture. Join Lavanya Prasad and Meenu Sivaramakrishnan, as they explore and bring forth the marvellous stories from the Indian Mythology through music, dance and theatre. The month of January in India is synonymous with the "thanksgiving" in the west of the world. Curious?  Then you should definitely not miss this session where we bring in hilarious, thought provoking tales from the Indian Mythology that tells us why! Not only this, be prepared to answer a quick quiz on India and Harvest Month. Let Read More..

Love me with the frailty of January dreams,  wear me like a skin.  Share your poetry with Anushri Nanavati, the writer of the poetry collection, “Birds, Bones, & Melancholia.” Anushri will be happy to share in return a few poems from her collection, which in the words of Salman Akhtar are “liquid, sensual, and searingly close to the restless embers of emotions.” Read More..

"The Vagina Monologues" is a groundbreaking play by Eve Ensler that explores women's experiences through a series of monologues, celebrating the diversity and complexity of female identity. From humor to vulnerability, the monologues address topics like body image, sexuality, and violence against women. Ensler's work aims to empower and enlighten audiences, sparking conversations about women's rights and equality. The play has become a global phenomenon, promoting dialogue on issues often kept in the shadows, fostering solidarity among women, and advocating for a world fr Read More..

Matchbox Mini Zinemaking workshop by Neha Shetty, aka, that zany martian. Where: Atta Galatta, Bengaluru When: January 20, 3 to 4:30 PM A 90-minutes onsite workshop on how to make cool zines straight out of your daily trash. We’re going to tell stories using matchbox, candy wrappers, dried leaves & flowers, etc. No prior knowledge required. All materials provided. Read More..

How would you feel if you turned into the opposite gender? What happens when your favorite saree flies away? Katputhlis and hand puppets will tell their stories and take you to their land of magic, love, and wonder. Come watch the puppets come alive with stories and dance. This event is an interactive Puppetry Storytelling session with storyteller Rathy. Read More..

Every puppy has a story, every dog has a jolly good tale. Come with your child or the child in you to listen to tales of the canine from Vikram`s special bag of many many real life tales. Vikram began rescuing and rehabilitating puppies from his school days in Chennai. Once he was hiding behind a moving lorry to check on a group of puppies. What happened when the driver caught him? Come on the 30th to Atta Galatta for some jolly good doggy tales.  Read More..

Welcome to this exciting talk with the author of "Dinakarnondige Danakara", "Olleya Devva" and "Odihoda Huduga" which won the Bala Sahitya Puraskar – it’s a must not miss for kids! Read More..

Join Nikhila Anil, a children’s book illustrator, on her colorful journey to fill young hearts with joy, a mission to paint smiles with every stroke, with a brush of joy, and a splash of imagination. Through her art, she sprinkles magic on pages, turning words into whimsical worlds, and she will be introducing children to the magic of character sketching in this session! Read More..

Embrace your inner silliness with some fun mime and drama-based activities! Explore how your voice, sounds, expression and movement are used to create a short performance piece. Read More..

Come, join this one-of-a-kind workshop, aimed at introducing children to the art of storytelling! Ever wondered how to create catchy characters, pacy plots and unforgettable endings? Find out all that - and more! -  by attending this interactive session with critically acclaimed author Jahnavi Barua. Read More..