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Drama Panorama
Summer Theatre Workshops for Children with Kaivalya Plays

In-Person in Delhi: Starts Monday, 30th May onwards.

About The Workshop

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Our summer workshops for children uses the medium of theatre to introduce young minds to the importance of listening, collaboration, and leadership. The sessions will foster a nurturing environment to encourage the participants to bring their imagination and creativity to create stories, characters and gain confidence in their own abilities in a safe and fun environment.

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There is an emphasis on storytelling. Using games and exercises in drama, drama, arts and crafts, and even furniture and found objects, children explore stories they already know, as well as stories they make up in the workshop process. The workshop hopes to be a place that gives children space to explore stories playfully and instinctively, for the sheer joy of doing so. And, in the process, learn more about themselves and the world they live in. Finally, friends and family are invited to the final session to experience how the children's own performances come to life.

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We have two batches of workshops available for different age groups:

  • I, Josef at Next Act Festival, LTG Delhi
    I, Josef at Next Act Festival, LTG Delhi
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 14
    The Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium
    Sep 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM GMT+5:30
    The Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium, 2nd Floor, Little Theatre Group (LTG) Auditorium, 1, Copernicus Marg, Opposite Doordarshan Bhawan, Mandi House, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    Sep 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM GMT+5:30
    The Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium, 2nd Floor, Little Theatre Group (LTG) Auditorium, 1, Copernicus Marg, Opposite Doordarshan Bhawan, Mandi House, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    An immersive multimedia experience based on Franz Kafka's The Trial at the NEXT ACT 2024 FESTIVAL at LTG Delhi, presented in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut New Delhi.
  • Adapting Short Stories for Stage - Workshop by Kaivalya Plays
    Adapting Short Stories for Stage - Workshop by Kaivalya Plays
    Thu, Sep 19
    Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium
    Sep 19, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium, Copernicus Marg, opposite Doordarshan Bhawan, Mandi House, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    Sep 19, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium, Copernicus Marg, opposite Doordarshan Bhawan, Mandi House, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    A 3-hour introductory workshop on adapting short stories and other non-dramatic texts (for eg poetry, novels, non-fiction writings) as narratives for theatre performances.
  • Sketchy Improv - A Workshop by Scary Strangers
    Sketchy Improv - A Workshop by Scary Strangers
    Sun, Sep 22
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra
    Sep 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra, Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Sep 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra, Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    A devising workshop to create sketch comedy using improv techniques by the Australian comedy duo Scary Strangers / Ru Halwala and Tom Stevenson!
  • Uncle Harold - A Workshop by Scary Strangers
    Uncle Harold - A Workshop by Scary Strangers
    Sun, Sep 22
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra
    Sep 22, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra, Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Sep 22, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra, Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    An introductory workshop on the classic longform format 'The Harold' by the Australian comedy duo Scary Strangers / Ru Halwala and Tom Stevenson!
  • Scary Strangers - An Improv Comedy Performance
    Scary Strangers - An Improv Comedy Performance
    Sun, Sep 22
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra
    Sep 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra, Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Sep 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Seminar Hall at Sanskriti Kendra, Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    An improv comedy performance based on your suggestions by Australian comedy duo Ru Halwala and Tom Stevenson
  • Documentary Theatre and Digitality - Workshop by Fringe Ensemble
    Documentary Theatre and Digitality - Workshop by Fringe Ensemble
    Thu, Sep 26
    Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium
    Sep 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium, Copernicus Marg, opposite Doordarshan Bhawan, Mandi House, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    Sep 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Blank Canvas, LTG Auditorium, Copernicus Marg, opposite Doordarshan Bhawan, Mandi House, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    An introductory workshop exploring performance-making based on documentary materials (for eg. interviews, newspaper reports, books, interviews) and digital elements.
  • I, Josef (7pm on Saturday Sept 7)
    I, Josef (7pm on Saturday Sept 7)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 07
    Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan ND
    Sep 07, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM GMT+5:30
    Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan ND, 3, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    Sep 07, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM GMT+5:30
    Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan ND, 3, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    An immersive multimedia experience based on Franz Kafka's The Trial, presented in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut New Delhi.
  • The Pillowman
    The Pillowman
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 25
    Stein Auditorium, Indian Habitat Center
    Aug 25, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Stein Auditorium, Indian Habitat Center, H6QG+H34, Institutional Area, Lodi Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110003, India
    Aug 25, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Stein Auditorium, Indian Habitat Center, H6QG+H34, Institutional Area, Lodi Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110003, India
    A writer, so immersed in his fantastical writings of gruesome child murders, finds himself facing the consequences of his writings being played out in real life. Kaivalya Plays presents The Pillowman.
  • Improv Jam - Hosted by Avinash Verma
    Improv Jam - Hosted by Avinash Verma
    Wed, Aug 21
    Activity Room, National Media Centre Ggn
    Aug 21, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Activity Room, National Media Centre Ggn, The National Media Centre, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122022, India
    Aug 21, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Activity Room, National Media Centre Ggn, The National Media Centre, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122022, India
    An improv jam featuring games and activities in the Improv Comedy Mumbai style. Open to all skill levels.
  • Heat and Weight - A Workshop by Avinash Verma
    Heat and Weight - A Workshop by Avinash Verma
    Wed, Aug 21
    Activity Room, National Media Centre Ggn
    Aug 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Activity Room, National Media Centre Ggn, The National Media Centre, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122022, India
    Aug 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Activity Room, National Media Centre Ggn, The National Media Centre, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122022, India
    A 2-hour workshop focused on deep listening and awareness. Learn to respond authentically, discover scenes and characters, and engage the audience emotionally.
  • Conspiracy Theory - An Improvised Comedy Show
    Conspiracy Theory - An Improvised Comedy Show
    Sun, Aug 04
    The Laugh Store, Vegas Mall Dwarka
    Aug 04, 2024, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Laugh Store, Vegas Mall Dwarka, J22H+CJ4, Pocket 1, Sector 14 Dwarka, Kakrola, Delhi, 110078, India
    Aug 04, 2024, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Laugh Store, Vegas Mall Dwarka, J22H+CJ4, Pocket 1, Sector 14 Dwarka, Kakrola, Delhi, 110078, India
    A new improvised theatre performance based on the conspiracy theory, state secrets, absurd ideas and historical misinformation based on audience suggestions!
  • Workshop: Stage Design for Live Performance
    Workshop: Stage Design for Live Performance
    Sun, Jul 28
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra
    Jul 28, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Jul 28, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    An introductory workshop on designing, recording, creating and operating soundscapes for theatre, dance and other performances.
  • Workshop: Sound Design for Live Performance
    Workshop: Sound Design for Live Performance
    Sun, Jul 21
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra
    Jul 21, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Jul 21, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    An introductory workshop on designing, recording, creating and operating soundscapes for theatre, dance and other performances.
  • Workshop: Devising with  Artificial Intelligence
    Workshop: Devising with  Artificial Intelligence
    Sun, Jul 14
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra
    Jul 14, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Jul 14, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    An introductory workshop on using AI tools for scriptwriting, designing, media generation and storytelling for theatre, dance and other performances.
  • Workshop: Multimedia, Video and Project Design for Live Performance
    Workshop: Multimedia, Video and Project Design for Live Performance
    Sun, Jul 07
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra
    Jul 07, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Jul 07, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    An introductory workshop on conceptualizing, designing, mapping and operating media-content in theatre, dance and other performances.
  • Course: Introduction to Improvisational Theatre
    Course: Introduction to Improvisational Theatre
    Sun, Jul 07
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra
    Jul 07, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Jul 07, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    A weekend course for everyone and anyone looking to add the magic of improv to their lives in a fun, safe and no-pressure environment.
  • Course: The Actor's Toolbox, Modern Acting Methods
    Course: The Actor's Toolbox, Modern Acting Methods
    Sun, Jul 07
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra
    Jul 07, 2024, 11:30 AM GMT+5:30 – Jul 28, 2024, 1:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Jul 07, 2024, 11:30 AM GMT+5:30 – Jul 28, 2024, 1:30 PM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    A weekend course for actors and performers of all experience levels covering Navrasa, The Method, Laban, Spolin’s Improv, Meisner and Stella Adler acting techniques.
  • Course & Performing Ensemble: Long Form Improvisational Theatre
    Course & Performing Ensemble: Long Form Improvisational Theatre
    Sun, Jul 07
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra
    Jul 07, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    Jul 07, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM GMT+5:30
    Sanskriti Kala Kendra , Anandagram, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Anand Gram, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110047, India
    A weekend course for improvisers with experience to learn long-form improv formats and join a regular performance team.
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About Kaivalya Plays

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We are a Delhi-based independent theatre group led by Varoon P. Anand as Artistic Director and Gaurav Singh as General Manager. We have facilitated workshops at multiple national and international education institutions like Ashoka University, Khalsa College, Ramjas College and Indian Institute of Art & Design. Off late, we have been conducting online sessions for the students of prestigious institutes like Instituto Cervantes-Delhi, Shiv Nadar School, Pathways School-Noida and Neerja Modi School- Jaipur. We have also been providing online teacher training workshops to over a 100 teachers at St. Mary's, Safdarjung Enclave. 

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