Safdar Hashmi
National Street Theatre Day: Everything You Should Know About
Just like the country itself, India enjoys a vibrant art and culture scene. From glamorous Bollywood to thought-provoking street plays, each form of art is widely celebrated. The culture of street theatre in India dates back to decades and is still somewhat widely prevalent. Street plays are not just loud and animated, they also form an important social tool to spread awareness in the society. April 12 is observed as National Street Theatre Day to celebrate the work and contribution of Safdar Hashmi, a legendary street performer which also marks his birthday. Born in De | Click Here...
All you need to know about Street Theatre in India
A catalyst of awareness, revolution and change, the roots of Street Theatre in India can be traced all the way back to the colonial era. Very simply put, street theatre is a form of play that is characterized by a group of actors performing a play or a shot skit in open spaces. You may come across these ‘Nukkad Nataks’ at your local vegetable market or in the park around your street corner or right in front of a government building. For the longest times, street theatre has been used as a means to draw attention to political and social issues. One of the main reasons why street t | Click Here...