A fun-filled quiz game about the meaning, origins and usage of English words and phrases. Gyaan Adab brings you the second episode of an exciting new word quiz, with occasional questions on literature thrown in for good measure. It is played between 2 teams on stage but has ample opportunity for audience participation. Words and […]
Gyaan Adab invites you to the screening of A BOHEMIAN MUSICIAN & DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE (Curated by Yogesh Jagam) A BOHEMIAN MUSICIAN Directed by Rochak Sahu, A Bohemian Musician portrays the tale of Keshav Lal who has worked with legendary composers such as Laxmikant Pyarelal and filmmakers like V. Shantaram. Fate brought him to […]
Mansha Ki Shaadi A Solo Hindi performance by Aarti Tiwari Mansha Ki Shaadi takes the funny route into the life of Dulari Tiwari, a middle-aged Indian housewife, whose daughter Mansha is about to get married. Years of prayers and fasts have finally borne fruit for Dulari, but weddings are such fragile things. A riot of […]
“Good music doesn’t have an expiration date.” - Anonymous The Pune Jazz & Blues Club and Gyaan Adab present an interactive performance of Flamenco music by Kiran Sirsat of Nagpur During the course of the programme, the young guitarist will introduce the dance, music and culture surrounding flamenco and will illustrate its different forms […]
A specially curated evening highlighted by an imaginative audio-visual presentation, readings and an interactive session - introducing emerging writers to their future readers and to the literary community. Launching the creative journeys of new writers who are part of Gyaan Adab’s mentorship programme. Diverse voices and visions. Vibrant forms of expression. Experiments with language. […]
Gyaan Adab is delighted to present its 2nd edition of Guldasta-e-Urdu. The evening will celebrate the upcoming 303rd birth anniversary of Meer Taqi Meer – the pioneer of Urdu poetry. This engaging event will reflect on Meer’s memorable ten couplets and relish a cinematic experience which presents the poet’s life. Mrs. Mumtaz Peerbhoy will introduce […]
The Storytellers will meet to tell stories on the theme ROALD DAHL - marking his 100th birth anniversary! The session will allot 10 minutes to every participant. A second round will be conducted once every person has had a chance to tell a story. The revival of the ancient art of storytelling continues. Do join in with your […]
Gyaan Adab invites you to an exhibition of abstract and semi-realistic work in acrylic, exploring the world of abandoned buildings and the all-absorbing power of nature. This expressive series captivates with its striking play of colour and form, revealing powerful visual narratives. ABOUT THE ARTIST Tenaz Rao has a diploma in Commercial Art from Abhinav […]
A MURAL MAKING WORKSHOP BY TRIBENI DEVI FROM SANTINIKETAN Take part in a 2-day workshop that will teach you the traditional skills you need to design and create your own mural from the raw materials that will be provided to you. This enjoyable workshop will help you discover your own creative self-expression and share in […]
The documentary explores a neighborhood in Pune through the eyes of two artists. Sudhir Waghmare faithfully captures the everyday life of his neighborhood, New Modikhana. His canvases reveal the rich and overlapping layers of the social and political history of the place. In contrast, his daughter Kranti’s quest for form is a reflection her response […]
