Guwahati is set to witness a theatrical spectacle as the 7th Guwahati Theatre Festival kicks off on Friday, September 27, 2024. The three-day festival will feature an array of nationally-acclaimed plays, bringing celebrated talents from Indian television and theatre to the northeastern stage.
Notable actors like Mandira Bedi, Samir Soni, and Dilnaaz Irani will headline this year’s performances, promising a weekend of engaging and thought-provoking shows. Festival organiser Sunit Jain highlighted the festival’s theme as “a celebration of the human spirit,” with a selection of plays that range from comedic to dramatic, offering audiences laughter, thrills, and introspection.
The festival will open with Purane Chawal, a Hindi adaptation of Neil Simon’s The Sunshine Boys, directed by Sumeet Vyas. Saturday’s lineup will showcase Anything But Love, starring Samir Soni and Mandira Bedi, a poignant play that delves into the complexities of modern relationships. The festival will conclude on Sunday with Hidden Agendas, a witty drama that unfolds as friends reveal surprising truths during a tumultuous dinner party.
In addition to the performances, the festival will also feature theatre workshops for students and other micro-events aimed at enhancing the theatrical experience for attendees.
