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Bharatmuni Rang Utsav: A festival of solo and two-act play

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Sahitya Kala Parishad, the Art, and Cultural Wing of the Delhi Government announces the much-awaited return of the annual Bharatmuni Rang Utsav. Set to enchant audiences from January 22 to January 25 at the LTG Auditorium, Mandi House, this four-day extravaganza aims to spotlight hidden talents in the theatrical realm, providing a nurturing platform for their growth.

Each day will feature four solo or group acts, promising a diverse and enriching cultural experience. The festival will be inaugurated by Saurabh Bhardwaj, Minister of Art, Culture, and Language, Delhi Government.

Day 1:
The festival commences with ‘Mrija’, written and directed by Tapobrati Das Samaddar, followed by ‘Pyaaz Ke Phool‘, written by Priyam Jani and directed by Sakshi Sunil Chauhan.

The lineup continues with ‘Uske Sath’ (A Truth of a Girl), scripted and directed by Alok Shukla, concluding the evening with ‘Kissa Lightum Light‘, penned by Harishankar Parsai and directed by Yogesh Kumar Pandey.

Day 2:
Day two features the play ‘Espresso’, scripted by Somyabrat Bhattacharya and directed by Shilpi Marwaha, followed by ‘Bebaak Manto’, written by Saadat Hasan Manto and directed by Anil Sharma.

The evening unfolds with ‘Bijuka’, a creation by Satyajit Ray and Rajesh Bali, directed by Rajesh Bali, culminating with ‘Bimb’, written by Vijaydan Detha and directed by Naveen Diwakar.

Day 3:
On day 3, the spotlight falls on ‘Ek Cup Chai‘, written by Dr Kiran Singh and directed by Rajesh Tiwari, followed by ‘Dhoop Ka Ek Tukda’, authored by Nirmal Verma and directed by Pooja Dhiyani. The artistic journey continues with ‘Baarish,’ written by Saadat Hasan Manto and directed by Vijay Shrivastava, concluding with ‘Jebkatra’, scripted by Saadat Hasan Manto and directed by Javed Sameer (Sameeruddin).

Day 4:
The grand finale unfolds with ‘Dil Ki Duniya’, written by Ismat Chughtai and directed by Aryashree Arya, followed by ‘Audition,’ written by Dr Harisuman Bisht and directed by Sanjeev Agnihotri. The evening progresses with ‘Last Performance,’ a creation of Anton Chekhov directed by Avinash Tiwari, and culminates with ‘Bojh’, a production written by Pawan Jha and directed by Shiva Kunder.

Talking about the festival, Saurabh Bhardwaj, Minister of Art, Culture, and Language, Delhi Government, said, “Through the Bharatmuni Rang Utsav, we celebrate the vibrant blend of theatrical brilliance, providing a stage for hidden talents to shine. This platform is a testament to the cultural diversity and artistic depth that thrive within our society. Bharatmuni Rang Utsav stands as a beacon, illuminating the path for emerging artists to share their stories and enriching our cultural heritage with every captivating performance.”

Monica Priyadarshini, Secretary, Sahitya Kala Parishad, said, “We embrace the profound essence of creative expression as we set out on the journey of Bharatmuni Rang Utsav. This event is a creative symphony, a canvas on which every artist creates a different narrative. With a committed spirit, Sahitya Kala Parishad opens its doors to reveal the theatrical brilliance’s hidden pearls. Through Bharatmuni Rang Utsav, we celebrate not just the art of performance but the spirit of those who breathe life into it”.

When:  5:30 PM onwards; January 22 – January 25

Where: LTG Auditorium, Copernicus Marg, Mandi House

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