Theaters, plays and dramas; masti and fun reloaded. Bangalore is a hub for a lot of theater enthusiasts and houses some of the best theatres. Lot of people are now drifting from movies to plays and live performances. Awesome troupes performing their best on the stage with amazing lightings and dialogue delivery shall make each one of us go through a wave of emotions. To the artist it is the applause that matters and to the audience it is the play and also the ambiance of the place we visit.
Why don't we go around and gather some details on some of the auditoriums of Bangalore.
Ravindra Kalakshetra
Dedicated to the national poet Rabindranath Tagore, this auditoriun is situated in the heart of Bangalore city. This theater has created a stage for a lot of famous artists to showcase their talents. With a seating capacity of 900 and great acoustics and sound systems along with great troupes performing, Ravindra Kalakshetra is one of the must visit theatres to have your weekend come alive.
Address : Opp. Town Hall, Jayachamaraja Wodeyar Rd, Sampangi Rama Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560002
Other details : Parking facility : Available / Restrooms - Available / Food outlets : Many around the place.
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K.H Kalasoudha
A theater which makes you feel at home is K.H Kalasoudha. Located in the prime location of Bangalore city this auditorium has a seating capacity for 300 people, it is a quiet hide-out from the chaotic vehicles. As you climb the stairs of the auditorium it gives you a feel of being in Old Bangalore; the beautiful Ramanjaneya gudda and the park to take a stroll adds to the beauty of this place.
A lot of renowned troupes like Bangalore Theater Ensemble, Kalagangotri, Sanchari, Prakasam, Vasp have performed in this auditorium.
Address : Ramanjaneya Temple Compound, Hanumantha Nagar, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560019
Other details : Parking facility : Available / Restrooms - Available / Food outlets : Many around the place.
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Rangashankara
A lovely sophisticated theater dedicated in the remembrance of one of the great actors of Kannada film industry, Shankar Nag; Rangashankara has a seating capacity for 350 people. Again, situated in the prime location of South Bangalore most of the times, the theater is house-full. Apart from showcasing theatrical performances, Rangashankara also conducts theme based events every year.
Address : No. 36/2, 8th Cross Road, JP Nagar, 2nd Phase, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560078
Other details : Parking facility : Available / Restrooms - Available / Food outlets : Many around the place and a cafe inside the premises / Book shop : Available
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Jagriti Renaissance Theater
One of the coziest and well-designed art theater with a seating capacity of 200 and great sound and acoustics facility is the Jagriti renaissance Theater. This place also has a small cafe and a separate space for informal meetings, Jagriti also conducts workshops related to drama and theater. If you are looking out for a theatrical weekend, then why not escape into Jagriti?
Address : Jagriti Renaissance, Varthur Rd, Near Adarsh Palm Meadows, Ramagondanahalli, Whitefield, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066
Other details: Parking facility : Available / Restrooms - Available / Food outlets : Many around the place and a cafe "The Fat Chef" inside the premises
As the most beautiful saying of William Shakespeare goes, "All the world's a stage", go and get a feel of the live theater this weekend and drown yourself in the world of Art!