Steal a bike while Kallu Mama's taking that curtain call

At the Third Atelier's Youth Theatre Week, you get to do everything from witnessing popular screen villains to winning a two-wheeler

At the Third Atelier's Youth Theatre Week, you get to do everything from witnessing popular screen villains to winning a two-wheeler

Delhi's biggest drama queen is back. The Atelier's Youth Theatre Week, which is putting some young mavericks on stage this time around, has taken throne. We unroll the power papyrus.

Play and simple: Stills from Ambedkar Aur Gandhi, directed by Arvind Gaur

Mumbai and Manipur meet behind the curtains
This year, around 70 to 80 theatre gangs promise to create a big bang. Some corporates have jumped in, too.

The groups hail from places as far and wide as Mumbai, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu, Assam and Manipur. The event, organised by Atelier's Theatre Society and art marketers Rock Castle, has also received support from Government of Delhi and National School of Drama. Of the five days of campus theatre, two days are completely dedicated to the students of University of Delhi.

Professional theatre performers will also be a part of this affair, which aims to establish a platform for students who think they have a knack for acting. Prominent theatre and Bollywood actors like Saurabh Shukla (Kallu Mama of Satya), Vinay Pathak, Gul Panag and Piyush Mishra (of Gulaal fame) will be interacting with the participants and attendees.

Rock and rides
No act is complete without the right chords. Here, you can strike your own, too. If you or your band plays music that's bound to tug at heart-strings, participate in the 'Rock Castle Acoustic Hunt', which is inviting entries in a bid to find the most talented rock band in the city. If vrooms are the only sounds that play in your head, the 'Drive Me Crazy' scriptwriting competition can help you win a 150 CC motorbike. "Being a Delhi University alumnus, I know how tough it is to find a stage where one can demonstrate his talent. But now, students can expect a better deal," assures Alok Nagpal of the organising committee. Participation and contests are open to all, including professional troupes and amateur college groups. Don't hesitate if you're a couple of years ahead, too. "The idea here is not to judge or find a star performer; what we want is to inculcate the habit of theatre in the young generation," signs off Alok.

Third Atelier's Youth Theatre Week
At: Multiple venues
Till: November 21
Entry: Free for street plays
For college plays at Sriram centre: Rs 30
For professional plays scheduled at 7.30 pm daily: Rs 100, Rs 150 and Rs 300
For tickets, call: 9899803780

Cut-n-keep schedule

November 17 (Street theatre)
At: South Campus, 10 am onwards
Ki Farak Painda Hai by Venkateshwara College
Hum Bhul Gaye Hain by IP Collegeu00a0
Hum Kis Gali Jaa Rahe Hain By JMCu00a0
Ummedon Ka Janaza by Lady Irwin Collegeu00a0
Akhir Main Bhi Ek Insaan Hun by LSRu00a0

November 18 (College plays)
At: Sriram Centre, Mandi house, 2 pm onwards
Hairy Tales from Here and There by LSR
Moujood by SRCCu00a0
Kindertransport by Miranda Houseu00a0
Lights Out by Gargi Collegeu00a0u00a0
Ilham by Aranya Theatre Group at 7.30 pm

November 19 (College plays)
At: Sriram Centre, Mandi House, 2 pm onwards
Million Little Pieces by Hansraj College
Black Comedy by Hindu Collegeu00a0u00a0
On a Muggy Night In Mumbai by Ramjas Collegeu00a0
Bravely Fought the Queen By Kamla Nehru Collegeu00a0u00a0
Antigone by Atelier's Group at 7.30 pm

November 20 (College plays)
At: Sriram Centre, Mandi House, 2 pm onwards
Aadhe Adhure by Hansraj Collegeu00a0
Gulguli Circus by Deen Dayal Upadhayayau00a0
Romeo Juliet Aur Andhera by SGTB Khalsa Collegeu00a0
Bombshells by Gargi College
The Leela Tapes by Actor Factor Theatre Company at 7.30 pm