New Delhi: Get ready for three days of spellbinding drama, heartwarming stories, and electrifying performances! The Delhi Theatre Festival 2024 is back for its fifth season, starting September 20 and running until September 22, across multiple venues in Delhi-NCR. Organised by Alchemist LIVE in collaboration with American Express, this edition promises to captivate theatre lovers with an immersive experience featuring some of the most renowned actors and artists.
• Old World by Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah on September 20 at Siri Fort Auditorium at 8 PM, September 21 at Siri Fort Auditorium (1 PM & 6 PM), and September 22 at Orana Conventions, Gurugram at 7 PM
• Hello Noni Appa by Lillete Dubey, Yateen Karyekar, Jayati Bhatia, Rishi Khurana, and Gillian Pinto on September 21 at Kamani Auditorium at 3:30 PM and 7 PM
• Anything but Love by Mandira Bedi and Samir Soni on September 20 at Kamani Auditorium at 8 PM
• Broken Images by Shabana Azmi on September 21 at Orana Convention, Gurugram at 7 PM
• One-on-One Dhamaal by Anu Menon, Ajitesh Gupta, Gagandeep Riar, Rajit Kapur, Shikha Talsania, Sohrab Ardeshir, Sumeet Vyas, and Vrajesh Hirjee on September 21 at OP Jindal Auditorium at 7 PM
• Jaya – A Rock Musical of the Mahabharata by Megan Murray, 2Blue, Vikrant Chaturvedi, Asif Ali Beg, Sherrin Varghese, Varun Narayan, and more on September 22 at Siri Fort Auditorium at 4:30 PM and 8 PM
• What’s Done is Done by Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waris Ahmed, Chandrachoor Rai, Mantra, Radhika Mehrotra, Mansi Multani, Mallika Singh, Chakori Dwivedi, Munish Bhardwaj & Ravi Kalra on September 22 at OP Jindal Auditorium at 7 PM.
This year's Delhi Theater Festival brings together some of the biggest names in the world of theatre, including Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Shabana Azmi, Lillete Dubey, Vinay Pathak, Anu Menon, Ajitesh Gupta, Gagandeep Riar, Rajit Kapur, Shikha Talsania, Sohrab Ardeshir, Sumeet Vyas, Vrajesh Hirjee, Megan Murray, Vikrant Chaturvedi, Asif Ali Beg, Sherrin Varghese, and Varun Narayan.
The artists will perform on various days across multiple venues and shows, captivating the audience with their exceptional performances, acting styles, and charm.
Detailing more about the festival, Sanjay Khanna, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Country Manager of American Express Banking Corp, India, said, “We are thrilled to sponsor the Delhi Theatre Festival for the fifth consecutive year to bring an extraordinary experience to our Card Members. This collaboration underscores our commitment to offering exclusive and unforgettable cultural experiences. We believe this festival will provide a unique opportunity for our Card Members to immerse themselves in the vibrant world of theatre, creating memories that will last a lifetime.”
Lillete Dubey, the lead in JAYA, was asked about how the rhythm and presence of music affect her engagement with the audience and the character in the play. To this, actress Lillete Dubey replied, “The play’s dynamic rock style infuses it with vibrant energy, accelerating its pace and heightening the tension as the story unfolds. This intensity grows steadily throughout, keeping audiences on edge. The powerful and emotionally resonant singing captivates viewers, drawing them deeper into the narrative with its raw emotion and depth. It leaves an everlasting impact on the audience.”
Here are some frequently asked questions to help you follow the festival and enjoy the mesmerising performances by the stars across Delhi this September.
