Manam Theatre Festival

15 Nov

15 dec

24

performances

4x4

day workshops

5

panel discussions

Sharanya Ramprakash

Adishakti

Patchworks Ensemble

Rodrigo Calderon

Gillo Repertory Theatre

Sharanya Ramprakash

Adishakti

Patchworks Ensemble

Rodrigo Calderon

Gillo Repertory Theatre

Sharanya Ramprakash

Adishakti

Patchworks Ensemble

Rodrigo Calderon

Gillo Repertory Theatre

together

we

belong

At its heart, Manam Theatre Festival 2024 is more than a celebration of theatre—it’s a convergence of diverse voices and perspectives, where a true sense of belonging is nurtured. This year’s theme, “Together, We Belong,”  embodies the spirit of inclusion, for people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds.

Our mission goes beyond staging performances. We’re actively collaborating with the theatre community on specially commissioned projects, blending classical storytelling techniques with contemporary themes. The festival will also feature a curated mix of global talent and talent from India, with a special week dedicated to children’s theatre.

Schedule

2024

Week 1

15 Nov - 17 Nov

15 Nov

Friday

Panel Discussion

6-7:30pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

Experience_Intersection between Gender, Tradition, and Language

16 Nov

Saturday

Community Day

9am-9pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

Welcome Home

17 Nov

Sunday

Performance

4pm & 8pm

Gurubaksh Singh Hall, University of Hyderabad

Project Darling

Week 2

18 Nov - 24 Nov

18 Nov

Mon-Thurs

Workshop

6-9pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

On Acting by Nimmy Raphel & Vinay Kumar of Adishakti

22 Nov

Friday

Panel Discussion

6-7:30pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

Exchange_Acting across Stage and Screen

23 Nov

Saturday

Performance

4pm & 8pm

Dr. MCR HRD Institute of Telangana, Jubilee Hills

Nidravathwam by Adishakti

24 Nov

Sunday

Performance

4pm & 8pm

Dr. MCR HRD Institute of Telangana, Jubilee Hills

Urmila by Adishakti

Week 3

25 Nov - 01 Dec

25 Nov

Mon-Thurs

Workshop

6-8:30pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

On Writing & Devising by Puja Sarup & Sheena Khalid of Patchworks Ensemble

29 Nov

Friday

Panel Discussion

6-7:30pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

Explore_Creating with Curiosity

30 Nov

Saturday

Performance

4pm & 8pm

Dr. MCR HRD Institute of Telangana, Jubilee Hills

The Gentlemen’s Club by Patchworks Ensemble

1 Dec

Sunday

Perfromance

4pm & 8pm

Dr. MCR HRD Institute of Telangana, Jubilee Hills

Shikaar by Patchworks Ensemble

Week 4

02 Dec - 08 Dec

2 Dec

Mon-Thurs

Workshop

6-8pm

Rangbhoomi Spaces, Serilingampalle

On Physical Theatre by Rodrigo Calderon

6 Dec

Friday

Panel Discussion

6-7:30pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

Engage_Theatre for Community: The Larger Picture

7 Dec

Saturday

Performance

8pm

Rangbhoomi Spaces, Serilingampalle

He by Rodrigo Calderon

8 Dec

Sunday

Perfromance

4pm & 8pm

Rangbhoomi Spaces, Serilingampalle

He by Rodrigo Calderon

Week 5

09 Dec - 15 Dec

9 Dec

Mon-Thurs

Workshop

6-8pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

On Making Theatre for Children by Shaili Sathyu, Barkha Fatnani & Purva Pathak of Gillo Repertory Theatre

13 Dec

Friday

Panel Discussion

6-7:30pm

The We_Us House, Banjara Hills

Evolve_Theatre for Children: Frills or Skills?

14 Dec

Saturday

Performance

4pm & 8pm

Glendale Academy, Sun City

Mister Jeejeebhoy and the Birds by Gillo Repertory Theatre

15 Dec

Sunday

Performance

4pm & 8pm

Glendale Academy, Sun City

The Ghost of the Mountains (A story from Ladakh) by Gillo Repertory Theatre

our

world of

theatre

Manam Theatre Festival 2024 embraces a rich diversity of theatrical and artistic forms. Traditional performances rooted in cultural heritage will stand alongside avant-garde creations that challenge and expand the boundaries of theatre. Beyond performances, the festival will welcome visiting troupes for week-long engagements, including workshops and thought-provoking discussions, aimed at inspiring and educating the next generation of theatre enthusiasts.

Presented by

The Ghost of The Mountains (A story from Ladakh) by Gillo Repertory Theatre

Project Darling

Nidravatwam by Adishakti

Urmila by Adishakti

The Gentlemen's Club by Patchworks Ensemble

Shikaar by Patchworks Ensemble

He by Rodrigo Calderon

Mister Jeejeebhoy and The Birds by Gillo Repertory Theatre

The Ghost of The Mountains (A story from Ladakh) by Gillo Repertory Theatre

Project Darling

Nidravatwam by Adishakti

Urmila by Adishakti

The Gentlemen's Club by Patchworks Ensemble

Shikaar by Patchworks Ensemble

He by Rodrigo Calderon

Mister Jeejeebhoy and The Birds by Gillo Repertory Theatre

The Ghost of The Mountains (A story from Ladakh) by Gillo Repertory Theatre

Project Darling

Nidravatwam by Adishakti

Urmila by Adishakti

The Gentlemen's Club by Patchworks Ensemble

Shikaar by Patchworks Ensemble

He by Rodrigo Calderon

Mister Jeejeebhoy and The Birds by Gillo Repertory Theatre

Supported by

In the press

Epics interpreted through puppetry with Katkatha, a coming together of traditional forms and contemporary concerns with Adishakti, auto-biographical and documentary theatre with Henry Naylor and physical, absurdist, theatre set in worlds of magic realism with DurSe Brothers.

Presented by The We Us Collective and spanning four weekends, the Manam Theatre Festival immerses theatre aficionados in Hyderabad in the sheer magic of the performing arts.

This festival serves as a testament to their commitment to interpreting brands as platforms for social enterprise, transcending mere commerce.