Aasakta Kalamanch

Aasakta Kalamanch is a Pune-based theatre troupe founded in the early 200s, known for its work in contemporary Marathi theatre, often blending experimental, socially relevant, and minimalist styles.

History

Aasakta Kalamanch produces plays in Marathi, Hindi, Urdu and English. It began as a non profit organisation in 2003 to produce contemporary theatre productions. In 2008, it was India's entry at Cairo International Festival of Experimental Theatre. It is headed by Mohit Takalkar. Sachin Kundalkar was the first playwright and his play Chhotyasha Suttit was appreciated by the critics. In 2017, they performed their play Gajab Kahani, at Aadyam's third season. The group recently celebrated their fifteenth anniversary by performing plays at Prithvi Theatre, Mumbai. In 2018, the group performed their play Tichi Satra Prakarne at IAPAR International Theatre Festival.

Selective performances

2010, NCPA's Centrestage Theatre Festival.
2013, Ranga Shankara Festival.
2014, National School of Drama's International Drama Festival.
2017, Aadyam.
2018, IAPAR International Theatre Festival.
2019, Sarang Theatre Festival.
2019, Bharat Rang Mahostav organised by National School of Drama, at Delhi.

Recognition

Best Director for Mein Huun Yusuf Aur Ye Mera Bhai at 11th Mahindra Excellence for Theatre Awards.