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Prithvi Festival 2025 Announced

October 14, 2025 17:43:01 IST
MTG editorial


The much-awaited annual Prithvi Theatre has been announced, celebrating 47 years of the beloved Mumbai cultural landmark.

This year's edition, from November 1-17, presents an exciting and diverse lineup, featuring both acclaimed and emerging voices in Indian theatre.

According to a note, audiences can look forward to:
New plays by Yuki Ellias, Mahabanoo Mody Kotwal, Aditya Rawal, Mohit Takalkar, Akarsh Khurana, and Atul Kumar for D For Drama, and Dastangoi.
NT Live screenings of acclaimed National Theatre UK productions, bringing an eclectic experience of English theatre.
Fringe performances at Prithvi House - intimate, experimental works showcasing bold new talent.
StageTalk@Prithvi, hosted once again by Pragya Tiwari, marks its 14th edition.
Indian Classical Dance Performance (Bharatanatyam) - a captivating presentation celebrating the grace and tradition of classical Indian dance.
Platform performances & music concerts, that celebrate the festival's multidisciplinary spirit.


Speaking about this year's festival, Zahan Kapoor, Trustee, Prithvi Theatre, shared, "This year's Prithvi Festival promises a bouquet of fresh performances by some of the finest directors in the fraternity today. Furthermore, our Fringe lineup boasts fresh faces, and Pragya Tiwari returns to host the 14th edition of StageTalk@Prithvi, also very special music concerts and dance recitals too! Most of all, I am looking forward to the buzz of our vibrant community while we come together to celebrate the performing arts in our magnificent city!"

Kunal Kapoor, Trustee, Prithvi Theatre, reiterates the vision behind Prithvi Theatre's Annual Festival, "The Festival has always been about giving back and rejuvenating the world of theatre - for both performers and audiences. It's a celebration of the performing arts, of our community, and of our roots."

For over four decades, the Prithvi Theatre Festival has embodied Mumbai's artistic heartbeat - a stage where iconic performances, new experiments, and enduring camaraderie have flourished. Founded on the vision of Jennifer Kapoor, Prithvi continues to inspire and nurture the city's ever-evolving creative community.

*Mumbai Theatre Guide takes no responsibility for change in schedule.



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