National School of Drama to Host 10-Day Children's Theatre Workshop 'Rang Amlan'

Addressing the media virtually, Director of NSD, Shri Chittaranjan Tripathy, highlighted the workshop's goal of nurturing both the physical and emotional growth of children through theatre.

The National School of Drama (NSD), in partnership with Delhi Tourism and Development Corporation Ltd, is set to launch "Rang Amlan," a 10-day demonstration-oriented Children's Theatre Workshop from June 22 to July 2, 2024, at Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti in New Delhi.

Addressing the media virtually, Director of NSD, Shri Chittaranjan Tripathy, highlighted the workshop's goal of nurturing both the physical and emotional growth of children through theatre. Selected from 250 applicants based on interactions, approximately 150 children will participate, engaging in activities aimed at integrating them more deeply into their communities and society.

Each group of participants will prepare a demonstration, culminating in a showcase scheduled for July 2, 2024, at Abhimanch Auditorium, NSD premises, Mandi House, from 3 pm to 6 pm. Concurrently, a Children's Theatre Festival will be held from June 26 to July 1, 2024, at Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti Auditorium near Rajghat, New Delhi, starting at 6:30 pm. The festival will feature six plays, and attendance with parents is mandatory for all workshop participants.

In collaboration with the CINE & TV ARTISTES’ ASSOCIATION (CINTAA), NSD's Children Theatre Wing recently concluded a 30-day workshop in Mumbai for children aged 8 to 16 years. The workshop, held from May 25 to June 23, 2024, culminated in a performance directed by Mr. N.K. Pant, featuring music by Chittaranjan Tripathy, lighting by Narayan Chauhan, and coordination by Ms. Muskan Goswami. The play "Baap Bhi Kabhi Bachcha Tha," based on a story by Sh. Satyajit Ray, will be showcased on June 21, 2024, at Veda Kunba Auditorium, CINTAA Tower, Four Bungalows, Andheri West, Mumbai.

Moreover, NSD's Repertory Company is gearing up for its Summer Theatre Festival 2024, marking its debut in Leh, Ladakh, during June 2024. Following a successful segment in Delhi, the festival will feature plays from June 26 to June 30, 2024, at Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium (CIBS), Choglamsar, Leh. The festival will kick off with the Indian classical play "Abhijnanasakuntalam" by Mahakavi Kalidas, directed by Prof. Vidushi Rita Ganguly.

Other performances include "Laila Majnu" written by Ismail Chunara and directed by Prof. Ram Gopal Bajaj on June 27, 2024, "Maai Ri Mai Ka Se Kahun" based on Vijaydan Detha's story "Dhuvidha," directed by Ajay Kumar on June 28, 2024, and "Babuji" written by Vibhanshu Vaibhav, directed by Rajesh Singh, on June 29, 2024. The festival will conclude on June 30, 2024, with the play "Taj Mahal Ka Tender," celebrating 25 years of success, written by Ajay Shukla and directed by Chittaranjan Tripathy.

NSD invites theatre enthusiasts, students, and the general public to attend the festival free of charge, promising a unique and enriching experience for families and friends alike.