vol 2 issue 4
complimentary copy
may 2011
whats happening?
art p 30 fashion p 30 film screening p 30 food & drinks p 30 food festival p 32 magic show p 32 poetry p 32 theatre p 32 music p 34 shopping p 35 spirituality p 35 work shop p 35
ART Abstractive Illusions
Date: May 1-31 (Sun-Tue) Time:10am -6pm Third Eye Art Gallery presents an exhibition of contemporary Indian paintings by various artists curated by Jasmine Khanna. Some of the artists participating are Nirmal, Sudhir Meher, Vijay Nagavekar and Gopal Dey. Venue: Gallerie Third Eye 2nd Floor, Yemlur Main Road, Next to Logican IT Park & HAL T: 080-41640471 / 9916586941 Exhibition by Mariam Suhail Date: From May 11(Mon) Bangalore based artist Mariam Suhail will be showcasing drawings and prints on paper and three-dimensional objects. Venue: Galleryske 2, Berlin Street Langford Town T: 080-65951972, 41120873 Creating with Ceramic Date: Till May 15 (Sun) Time: 11am-7pm An exhibition of ceramic art showcasing the works of 9 contemporary artists from Bhopal - Ishteyaq, Kalu Ram, Arti Paliwal, Nidhi Chopra, Devilal Patidar, Neeraj Ahirwar, Jagadish Malviya, Leelamani Pillai & Girija Waingankar. Venue: At Mahua Art Gallery 344/8, 1st Floor, 4th Main Road, Sadashiva Nagar T: 080-23616971
Paris La Metisse Date: May 5-15 (Thurs-Sun) Time: 6:30pm Alliance Francaise invites you to an exhibition portraying the works of Florence Batarière and Morgan Haël Jypsian shows the cultural diversity of French capital. It showcases the links and relationships between human beings with different identities and origins. Venue: Alliance Francaise Thimmaiah Road, Vasanth Nagar, T: 080-41231340
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'A painter, a printmaker, a sculptor and a ceramist' Date: Till May 15 (Sun) Time: 11am-7pm The exhibition brings together four artists from Bhopal, a painter, a printmaker, a sculptor and a ceramist-Veena Singh, Simran Sandhu, Shampa Shah & Nirmala Sharma respectively. Venue: Mahua Art Gallery 344/8, 1st Floor, 4th Main Road, Sadashiva Nagar T: 080-23616971 FASHION Fashion on Water Date: May 7 (Sat) Designer Anupama Dayal walks the ramp at Aqua with some of the hottest models and fashion inmates. The after party continues at I-bar. Venue:Aqua/I-bar The Park Hotel 14/7, M G Road T: 080-25594666 FILM SCREENING “Sur les toits de Paris” (On the Roofs of Paris) & “Blanche nuit à Paris” (AllNighter in Paris) Date: May 11 Time: from 6:30pm Sur les toits de Paris –a documentary directed by Olivier Lassu shows a new Paris - a secret city close to sky and to dreams and captures Parisians who survey the roofs of the city. The theme of the film Blanche nuit à Paris is Parisian 'allnighter', organized by the mayor's office and took place on October 5, 2002. It shows different performances in different venues of the capital. “Au fin Moka” & “Jusqu'au dernier saltimbanque” (Up to the Last Street Acrobat) Date: May 12 Time: from
6:30pm Au fin Moka” is an oldfashioned bistro run by a courageous octogenarian, Georgette. The documentary takes you through the life experiences of two old ladies with strong personalities; Georgette and Henriette. It shows the difference phases of Paris through their life. Jusqu'au dernier saltimbanque: The film sketches the portrait of street artists who have been working in the plaza in front of Beaubourg since the 1970s and analyzes the unique role of the “empty square” in the life of the neighbourhood. It also includes testimony from Renzo Piano, Beaubourg's architect. The Film screenings will be preceded by a short presentation on the subject by Gaëlle Benacchio, intern, cultural section of the AF Bangalore. Venue: At Alliance Francaise Thimmaiah Road Vasanth Nagar T: 080-41231340 FOOD & DRINKS Executive Lunch Buffet Date: May 1-31 (Sun-Tue) 20 Char offers an 'Executive Lunch Buffet' which offers a variety of Indian, Continental and Oriental dishes. Venue: 20 Char The Matthan Hotel 134, HAL Airport Road T: 080-42494949 Summer Special at Fava Date: May 1-31 (Sun-Tue) This summer Fava has special lunch offers for you. Buy a glass/bottle of four seasons wine or a pint of kingfisher beer along with a two course salad and Mezze lunch (priced at Rs. 300) and get another one free. With a three course lunch (Priced at Rs. 525) get a complimentary pint of Kingfisher Beer/ Ice Tea/Mocktail and get a Four Seasons wine free with an order of one bottle/glass of the same. Venue: Fava nd 203, 2 Floor, The Collection UB City, 24, VittalMallya Road T: 080-22117444, 9845177162 Karavalli Tiffin Lunch Date:May 1-31(Sun-Tue) Time: 12.30pm-3pm Introducing traditional 'Tiffin boxes' for corporate lunches at
Karavalli! Venue: Karavalli The Gateway Hotel 66, Residency Road T: 080-66604545 Mango Mania – A mango promotion Date: May (1-31) (Sun-Tue) The restaurants at The Leela Palace present an exotic a la carte dessert menu with quality mangoes this summer. Savour the sweet, pulpy and fresh mangoes of the season at The Leela Palace. Venue:At Citrus, Zen, Jamavar The Leela Palace Kempinski 23 Airport Road T: 080- 30571234 Associate Networking Date: May 1-31 (Sun-Tue) Time: Between 12.30-2.30pm and 7.30pm-11pm Visit Graze this month and gear up for a special treat on your next visit. Each table at the restaurant will have a special voucher that entitles you to an exclusive surprise at your next visit to the restaurant. Venue:Graze Vivanta by Taj 41/3, MG Road T: 080-66604444 A Taste of Smoke Date: May 1-31 (Sun-Tue)- offer valid only during dinner service Chef Rishikesh Rai creates an extensive range of special Dhungar food from Mewar. Savour the succulent kebabs and curries along with a smoky single malt to complete the experience. Priced at Rs.1500 +taxes per person. Venue:Masala Klub The Taj West End Race Course Road T: 080-66605660 Mystic Mango Date: May 1-7 (Sun-Sat) Terracotta unveils a special menu comprising mango delicacies. Indulge in the flavour of the season with preparations such as Ambi Jhinga, Machhi aura am ka salan, Amras ki kadhi and more. Venue:Terracotta Vivanta by Taj ITPL, Whitefield T: 6693333 Mango Mania Date: May 2-31 (Mon-Tue) This summer enjoy the sheer pleasure of indulging in the king of fruits-mangoes. Sugar & Spice celebrates this mango
Moms and live band for entertainment. Priced at Rs.2500 per person +taxes. Venue: Citrus The Leela Palace Kempinski 23, Airport Road T: 25211234
season by offering a variety of mango dishes. Venue: Sugar & Spice Vivanta by Taj 41/3, MG Road T: 080-66604444 The Kari Kulture Date: May 4-31 (Wed-Tue) Here is a chance for the ladies in the city to learn the finest aspects of Vietnamese cuisine. Chef Rishi will take you through this cooking journey after which you can savour the food cooked by you in a special setting by restaurant. Priced at Rs. 1200 per person + taxes. Venue: Blue Ginger The Taj West End Race Course Road T: 080-66605660 Bon Appetite Date: May 6-15 (Fri-Sun) Indulge your taste buds in the assortment of dimsum savoury treats that Aqua has lined up for you. Venue: Aqua The Park Hotel 14/7, M G Road T: 080-25594666 Mother's Day Brunch Date: May 8 (Sun) On the occasion of Mother's Day take your mum for a special treat at Mynt where the master chef Ramaswamy Selvaraju has specially designed a gala spread. Also an alfrecso grill - self-serviced and fully equipped will be available at your disposal. Priced at Rs.1500 AI. Venue: Cafe Mozaic Vivanta by Taj 41/3, MG Road T: 080-66604444 Mother's Day Brunch Date: May 8 (Sun) Time: 12pm -3.30pm Treat your mother to a special brunch! Take her through the culinary journey of different cuisines accompanied by unlimited liquor. Also available will be special Mama-mia cocktails. Other highlights of the event are special surpises for Moms, picture moments and gifts memoirs for kids and
Express Lunch Date: Till May 10 Time: From 12.30pm to 2.45pm Memories of China offers a fine dining experience with attractive choices of Chinese entree, an array of dim sum and Peking duck accompanied by a glass of beer or wine to compliment the lunch. Priced at Rs 666, all inclusive. Venue: Memories of China Vivanta by Taj 41/3, MG Road T: 080-66604444 The Steak House Experience Date: May 11-21 (Wed-Sat) valid only for dinner service Choose from a range of authentic steaks and chops prepared by Chef Ankur Gulati. Compliment your meal with wine from our range of international wines on offer. Also on offer is classic steak Diane, Wagyu, Black Angus complete with our secret recipe of sauce de poivre. Venue: Mynt The Taj West End Race Course Road T: 080-66605660 Comfort Zone Date: May 15-30 (Sun-Mon) Indulge in your favourite comfort food with the 'Classical Comfort Food Promo'. Venue: GAD The Gateway Hotel 66, Residency Road T: 080-66604545
Green Mango Sorbet Date: Till May 18 (Wed) Mama Mia introduces the Green Mango Sorbet made with green mango bits and cooked green mango pulp. To top it off, this mouth-watering treat is fat free! Venue: Mama Mia Outlets Koramangala/ Church Street/ Indiranagar Asparagus Promotion Date: May 18-31 (Wed-Tue) Celebrate this spring time with asparagus, the freshest and the most exotic of the ingredients from Peru. Venue: Graze Vivanta by Taj 41/3, MG Road T: 080-66604444 Dimsum Promotion Date: May 18-31 (Wed-Tue) Enjoy house special dimsums with a spread of other oriental snacks along with stir fries and a variety of Chinese tea. Priced at Rs. 950 AI. Venue: Memories of China Vivanta by Taj 41/3, MG Road T: 080-66604444 Martini Promotion Date: May 20-28 (Fri-Sat) Time: 11am-11pm It's time for Martini lovers to rejoice! Enjoy a superior designed cocktail menu with varied choice of Martinis-designed to cool and refresh you in summer. Venue: 12th Main/By the Blue th rd 12 main, 3 Block Koramangala T: 080-45121212 Mango Promotion Date: May 20-28 (Fri-Sat) Time: 11am-11pm 12th Main and By the Blue brings to you an array of delicious, pulpy ,fresh mango desserts to savour
this summer. th Venue: 12 Main/By the Blue 12th main, 3rd Block Koramangala T: 080-45121212 Sunday Sutras Date: May 22 (Sun) Time: night Join the hottest poolside party at Aqua where you can enjoy the night among booze and bikinis. Giving you company will be DJ Ivan with his magical music. Venue: At Aqua The Park Hotel 14/7, M G Road T: 080-25594666 Dilli Haat Days: All Fridays & Saturdays in May The famed cuisine of Delhi is presented through live interactive counters, served with unlimited chilled beer. Priced at Rs.750 plus taxes. Venue: GAD The Gateway Hotel 66, Residency Road T: 080-66604545 Whisky Flights Days: Wednesdays in May Get the finest single malts and blended scotch fights. Three fights priced at Rs.1200 to 1800. Venue: Blue Bar The Taj West End Race Course Road T: 080-66605660 Street Food of the Orient Days: Wednesdays in May On offer is a sumptuous buffet spread of Chinese food with an Indian touch along with interactive live counters and unlimited beer. Priced at Rs 750 plus taxes. Venue: GAD The Gateway Hotel 66, Residency Road T: 080-66604545
Moonlight Dining at The Lalit Ashok Date: May 16, 17 & 18 (Mon, Tue & Wed) Here is a unique opportunity to enjoy an intimate moonlit dining experience in private tents set in the hotel lawns. You can make a choice between a pre-set Mediterranean dinner and a customised menu from the North West Frontier restaurant, Baluchi, along with a supply of unlimited Ciroc cocktails. Priced at Rs 5995 per person, inclusive of taxes. Venue: The Lalit Ashok Kumara Krupa, High Grounds T: 080-30527777
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The Big Fat Lunch Buffet Days: Monday to Saturday valid only for lunch service This interactive lunch buffet for corporates offers a value for money spread, priced reasonably at Rs 549 (all inclusive). Venue: GAD The Gateway Hotel 66, Residency Road T: 080-66604545 Mediterranean Grills Days: Fridays in May A delightful culinary experience awaits you at Cafe Mozaic where you can taste some of the finest kebabs and grills like Samak e hara, Rubian meshwi, Sheesh tauk and breads like Mnaish bil zatar, whole wheat pita, Khoubz, and Mnaish bil jibneh along with single malts, draught beer and flavoured sheesha. Priced at Rs 1200, plus taxes. Venue: Cafe Mozaic Vivanta by Taj 41/3, M G Road T: 080-66604444 Bacardi Evening Date: May 31 (Tue) Le Meridien offers a special Bacardi evening at the all new Sports Bar and Lounge. Get 30% off on all Bacardi based cocktails from 11am-6pm and a free Bacardi cocktail for ladies after 6pm. Venue: Le Meridien 28, Sankey Tank P .B No. 174 T: 080-22262233, 22282828 Ugadi Festival at Sbarro Date: Till May 31 (Tue) Sbarro offers a range of exciting deals on pizzas in celebration of Ugadi. Venue: Sbarro Mantri Square Malleswaram T: 080-22667374 Summer Fun Splash Date: Till May 31 (Tue) Time: From 10.30am to 6pm Summer fun splash at Sidewalk cafe offers a three course lunch along with the usage of fitness center, swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. Venue: Sidewalk Cafe Domlur Layout, Off Intermediate Ring Road, Domlur T: 080-40477777 FOOD FESTIVALS Sea Food Festival Date: From May 27 (Fri)
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OKO FOOD FESTIVAL nd
To celebrate the 2 anniversary of the restaurant Oko has organised a Food Festival throughout the month featuring delicacies from Japan, Mandarin, Indonesia and Thailand. Date: May 1-7 (Sun-Sat) The first week dedicated to Japanese cuisine will see an extensive range of Sushi, Sashimi, Tempura, Miso Soup, Yaki Udon and Chirashi Sushi. Be sure to check out the Teppenyaki section as well. Date: May 8-14 (Sun-Sat) The Mandarin menu features popular dishes like Kai Sui Mai, mince chicken steamed wontons, slow roasted Pork with Chinese Five Spice along with specials like the Sichuan Hot and Spicy Duck(imported duck with Sichuan Spicy Sauce) and the Tai Cheuw Chow Sook Mai (crispy corn with trio pepper). Date: May 15-21 (Sun-Sat) Indonesian festival includes an range of classical Indonesian preparations lsuch as Satay Tahu,Garlic, Lemongrass & chilli marinated tofu, grilled & served with peanut sauce, OporAyam, coriander chicken & kafir lime leaves, coconut milk & whole spices & served with roti cannai, the Nasi Kuning, rice cooked with fresh turmeric, coconut milk & pandana leaves and the Kepiting Saus Padang and crab in Padangese Sauce. Date: May 22-28 (Sun-Sat) Thai delicacies like Por Pia Phak, Thai spring rolls, served with sweet chilli plum sauce, Nuae Naman Haoy, Thai style tenderloin with oyster sauce and Kaeng Kali Chae, assorted vegetables cooked in Thai yellow curry will be the highlights of fourth week. Venue: Oko, The Lalit Ashok, Kumara Krupa, High Grounds T: 080-30527777 This May, satiate your cravings for sea food at Aqua. Presenting a whole new menu consisting of delicious seafood dishes. Venue: Aqua The Park Hotel 14/7, M G Road T: 080-25594666 Mango Food Festival Date: Till May 31 (Tue) This month Rajdhani presents a range of mouth-watering delicacies like Mango lassi, Mango rasmalai, Mango shrikhand, Mango keripanna, Mango dal dhokli and many more mango specialities along with their menu. Venue: Available at all Rajdhani outlets MAGIC SHOW Jadugar Anand Date: Till May 21 (Sat) World renowned magician Jadugar Anand and his son Akash will be entertaining you with exciting magic performances. Venue: Puttana Chetty Town Hall, 2, J C Road T: 080-2221270
POETRY Tuesdays with the Bard
Road, Ulsoor T: 080-25553656/57, +91 9945022177 THEATRE
Date: May 3 (Tue) Time: 7pm Tuesdays with the Bard provides an opportunity for poets to read their creations live at the cafe. This is a platform for poets and poetry lovers to meet in a unique setting. Ryan Brooks, a young poet from Chicago will be performing at the cafe. His poetry is the recognition of injustice and inspires social change. Venue: At Urban Solace-Cafe for the soul 32, Annaswamy Mudaliar
Tagore Festival Date: May 3-8 (Tue-Sat) Time: 11am Celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore with a selection of films, seminars, paintings and Rabindra Sangeet recitals. Also catch the premiere of the play 'Crisis of Civilization: a journey with Tagore'. Venue: Jagriti Theatre Ramagondanahalli, Varthur Road Whitefield T: 080-28475373 Kannada Achanak Date: May 1 (Sun) Time: 3.30pm This hilarious Kannada comedy play is directed by Ashok Nottur. The story is based on an Indian family settled abroad dealing with cultural differences.
Venue: K H Kala Soudha Ramanjaneya Temple Compound, Hanumantha Nagar T: 080-64505457 Narnia Fantasy Date: May 2 (Mon) Time: 7pm The Kannada play is based on the novel Magical Wardrobe by CS Lewis. It is a vibrant fantasy play featuring dance sequences and musical numbers. Venue: KH Kala Soudha Ramanjaneya Temple Compound, Hanumantha Nagar T: 080-64505457 Neerina Niluthana Date: May 3 & 4 (Tue-Wed) Time: 7:30pm Theatre troupe, Ninasam Thirigaata will be performing this play originally written by Ota Shogo. This Kannada play is directed by Shankar Venkateshwaran. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Uriya Uyyale Date: May 5 (Thurs) Time: 7:30pm Uriya Uyyale relates to the turmoil in womens' lives and events that transpired in the life of Draupadi. The play written by Dr.H.S.Venkateshmurthy is directed by Dr.R.T.Rama. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Hayavadana Date: May 6 (Fri) Time: 7:30pm The plot begins with a simple love triangle ends in a comedic and confusing twist of fate. This play is directed by renowned playwright Girish Karnad and will be performed by the troupe Benaka. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Mysooru Mallige Date: May 7 (Sat) Time: 7:30pm K S Narasimhaswamy's popular poetry collection has been brought to life in a play directed by B V Rajaram. It is a critical take on the socio-economic changes in the postIndependence era. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross
II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Heegondu Premaprasanga Date: May 8 (Sun) Time: 3:30pm and 7:30pm Written and directed by SrinivasPrabhu, the play will be performed by Kalagangotri. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Aneesh Sheela and Madhya Raatriya Tiganegalu Date: May 19 (Thurs) Time: 7:30pm A play directed by Prabhuswamy Malimut and performed by Rangavalli troupe. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Mayamruga Date: May 24 (Tue) Time: 7:30pm 'Maya Mruga' is a short story written by writer KP PoornachandraTejaswi and is based on the writer's experience with his friend as they set out in search of a ghost in a graveyard. With touches of humour, the play explores the workings of the human mind during such paranormal experiences. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982 Heegadre Hege? Date: May 25 (Wed) Time: 7:30pm Directed by Pramod Shiggaon this play a comedy based on the humourous writings of T. Sunandamma. It portrays some hilarious incidents in the life of an elderly middle-class couple. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982 Ratnan Prapancha Date: May 26 (Thurs) Time: 7:30pm Directed by Joseph, this documentary play is based on the life and works of popular Kannada writer G P Rajaratnam. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982
Padma Pani Date: May 27(Fri) Time: 3:30pm and 7:30 pm Padma Pani is written by Dr. K N Ganeshaiah and Vibinna Srinivas and directed by Joseph. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982 Bhakta Prahlada Date: May 28 (Sat) Time: 7:30pm Bhakta Prahlada is a string puppet show by Dhaatu puppet theatre depicts the story of Prahlada and shows how good triumph over evil. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982 Laya Date: May 31 (Tue) Time: 7:30pm The play is written by Raghavendra Patil and directed by Krishnamurthy Kavathar. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982 Tamil Kadhula Poo Date:May 15(Sun) Time: 7pm Comedian S Ve Shekhar's will entertain you with his comedy show Kadhula Poo. Venue: Chowdaiah Memorial Hall 16th Cross, Gayathri Devi Park Extension Malleswaram, Vyatikaval T: 080-23445810, 23443956
Dave performs in the play written by Rajesh Soni. The story is about a grandmother living in a village in Gujarat whose grandson is based in US. Though initially reluctant she finally decides to go to the US and a comedy drama follows. Venue: Chowdaiah Memorial th Hall, 16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park Extension, Malleswaram, Vyatikaval T: 080-23445810, 23443956 English Necessary Targets Date: May 1(Sun) Time: 3:30pm and 7:30pm Playwright Eve Ensler depicts the plight of women during the time of a war. The play is directed by Prakash Belawadi. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Together in the City Date: May 1(Sun) Time : 9pm It is a collection of five ten minute plays. These funny and bizzare plays try to explore the aspects of relationship in a today's urban environment. Venue: Friends And Bacchus 8, Excellency Building, Ground Floor, Papanna Street St. Marks Road T: 080-40333888 A Guy Thing
Gujarati Aanandi Baa Chalya Amreli Thi America Date: May 1(Sun) Time: 5:30 pm Renowned TV actress Ketaki
Date: May 10-12 (Tue-Thurs) Time: 7.30pm Michael Puzzo's play shows two total strangers locked in a hunting cabin in the mountains during a storm.
California Suite Date: May 7-8 (Sat-Sun) Time: 7pm, also at 3.30pm on Sun Barking Dogs presents California Suite, a bitter sweet comedy by Neil Simon. The play is about five couples set in a hotel suite at the Beverly Hills Hotel in California. The play is directed by Rishikesh N. Venue: At Alliance Francaise, Thimmaiah Road, Vasanth Nagar
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Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 The Interview
Date: May 13-15 (Fri-Sun) Time: 7:30pm The story is based on an interview in one of the largest corporations in the country. It revolves around how the interviewee faces the interview to get his dream job. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Full Meals
Dayashankar Ki Diary Date: May 21 (Sat) Time: 3.30pm It is the story of a typical small town man who comes to Mumbai to become Bollywood star but ends up in a clerical job. Dayashankar who is unable to cope with the reality he creates a fantasy world around himself. Venue: Ranga Shankara, 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982
Chimeras Date: May 17-18 (Tue-Wed) Time: 7.30pm The play is an adaptation of three short stories of Shashi Deshpande, it throws light on the characters of Draupadi, Duryodhana and Kunti by bringing forth the human aspects and stripping myths surrounding them. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Hindi/Hindustani Begum Jaan Date: May 20 (Fri) Time: 7.30pm The play revolves around three main characters – Beegum Jaan
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Date: May 21 (Sat) Time: 7.30pm The story revolves around three friends coming from a lower middle class family. It highlights the importance of friendship and how two friends try rescue a third, who seems to have suddenly forgotten his roots and background. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Gorky+TinkuKeKarname… Date: May 22 (Sun) Time: 3:30pm The play is from the famous Theatre group Ekjute, and is directed by Nadira Z Babbar. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Bollywood Ka Salaam… 1950s KeNaam Date: May 22(Sun) Time: 7:30pm Ekjute presents Bollywood Ka Salaam...1950s KeNaam which pays tribute to the golden period to the Black and White
Flute Recital Date: May 1 (Sun) Time: 6pm VRC Academy of Music & Dance presents a grand flute recital performance by G Sridhar from Singapore. He will be accompanied by Anansatyam, V.R Chandrashekhar and Shashikala on Violin, Mridangam and Gatam respectively. Venue: Sanathana Kalakshetra th 9 Main Road 4th Block, Jayanagar T: 080-26341927 Kishore Kumar Nite Date: May 1 Time: 6.30pm Introducing 'Musical Peace of Mind'- a group that's music is a unique blend of karaoke and live music. Watch them perform Kishore Kumar's music. Venue: GM Rejoyz 8th main, 8th cross Malleshwaram T: 23565395
a legendary classical singer, her granddaughter Zarina and a journalist Sanjay Pandey. This witty and emotional play shows the interesting relationship between the trio. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Yaar Banaa Buddy (PIC)
Date: May 14 & 15 (Sat-Sun) Time: 7pm The play presents six original short plays into one revamped play with a whole new narrative. Rs.10 from each ticket feeds an underprivileged child. Venue: At Alliance Francaise Thimmaiah Road Vasanth Nagar T: 080-41231340
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era of Indian cinema. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982 Bikhre Bimb Date: May 29 (Sun) Time: 7:30pm The one-act one-performer play, directed by GirishKarnad and KM Chaitanya, tells the story of ManjulaNayak, a professor of English literature who has been an unsuccessful writer in Kannada. She finds international acclaim when she writes a novel in English. The story starts with her introducing the audience to her novel in a TV studio, prior to a film on it is telecast. After she finishes her introduction, she is confronted by her own image on the screen which poses questions on betrayal of her language and identity when she chooses to write in English. Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross II Phase, JP Nagar T: 080-26493982
Solder Date: May 5 (Thurs) Time: 8.30pm Bangalore based music band Solder playing Rock and Indie music will be performing live at the cafe. Venue: At Hard Rock Cafe 40, St. Marks Road T: 080-41242222 Musical Discourse Date: May 8 (Sun) Time: 6pm Enjoy the musical discourse by renowned singer VishakaHari from Chennai. Venue: At Chowdaiah Memorial Hall 16th Cross, Gayathri Devi Park Extension Malleswaram, Vyatikaval T: 080-23445810, 23443956 Music Concert Date: May 8 Time: 5pm-8pm William Joseph International Academy conducts a music th concert to celebrate its 9 anniversary. Be a part of the evening concert and enjoy their first ever Guitar Orchestra Performance. Venue: St. Johns Auditorium Koramangala T: 080-25532655 Audi-O-File Date: May 12 (Thurs) Time: 8.30pm The high energy band from Bangalore, started by six great music lovers plays all kind of
rock music; from progressive rock/metal covers to Indian rock. Venue: At Hard Rock Cafe 40, St. Marks Road T: 080-41242222 Rock Your World Date: May 14 (Sat) Aqua hosts the latest 'Rock N Roll sensation - The Hip Pocket. Be a part of it and enjoy the ecstasy of Rock music. Venue: At Aqua The Park Hotel 14/7, M G Road T: 080-25594666 Oliver Sean Date: May 19 (Thurs) Time: 8.30pm Oliver Sean is a Portuguese Goan/Italian origin singer and songwriter. The internationally acclaimed singer will be performing live at the cafe. Venue: At Hard Rock Cafe 40, St. Marks Road T: 080-41242222 Classical Music Concert Date: May 22 (Sun) Time: 6pm A Musical concert by renowned vocalist, poet, composer and playback singer Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna. The legend who sintroced the Jugalbandi concert will be performing live in Bangalore. Venue: At Chowdaiah Memorial Hall th 16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park Extension Malleswaram, Vyatikaval T: 080-23445810, 23443956 Kart Live Date: May 26 (Thurs) Time: 8.30pm The band is known for its simple and easy to understand music - which the audience can immediately connect with. Venue: At Hard Rock Cafe 40, St. Marks Road T: 080-41242222 Saturday Night Hot Mix Date: May 28 (Sat) The lord of electronica DJ Nikhil Chinapa will take the Saturday night fever to another level with his electrifying music. Venue: At I-bar The Park Hotel 14/7, M G Road T: 080-25594666 SHOPPING Jewellery Sale Date: Till May 15 (Sun) Win exciting prices on the purchase of jewellary at The
Gili World Sale. Venue: Gili World Garuda Mall, 236 nd 2 Floor Magrath Road T: 080-66641190 Jewels of the Sea Date: Till May 31 (Tue) Satya Paul introduces a new spring summer collection, 'Jewels of the Sea' which is an exploration of life and beauty of underwater. Ultra Marine, Multi Marine and Xray Marine are the prime colours in this collection. Venue: All Satya Paul Outlets Spring-Summer Collection at Lifestyle Date: Till May 31 (Tue) A huge collection of ready-towear apparels including formal wear, casual wear, party wear and sportswear awaiting you at exciting prices at Lifestyle. Venue: all outlets of Lifestyle Summer Straws collection Date: Till May 31 (Tue) Lavie Bags introduces a new collection of bags this summer. Made out of pure organic fabrics, they come in colours such as beige and taupe. These stylish bags are priced between Rs.1900-Rs. 2500. Venue: Mantri Square Sampige Road, Malleshwaram Ring Collection Date: Till May 31 (Tue) A stunning collection of rings crafted in 92.5 sterling silver and coated with a special antitarnish - will be available on sale. These rings are embedded with a striking range of international murano glass beads. Priced affordably at Rs.1225 onwards. Venue: Collage 21/1, Wood Street, Kitsch Mandi Date: May 1 (Sun) Time: 2.30pm-11.30pm Pebbles organises a flea market for you to have unlimited fun where over 40 stalls await you. Check out the art and craft stalls, watch a short film, listen to live music and dance to peppy tunes by DJ Prasanth and Arjun Vagale, taste different food and many more fun activities. Venue: Pebbles Palace Grounds T: +91 9819762985
Ashok Nagar T: 080-25566818, 25566819 SPIRITUALITY Spiritual Sundays @ Urban Solace Date: May 8 (Sun) Time: 11am4pm This initiative is an effort to connect people with the metaphysical world of mystery and wonder. Call and fix an appointment for experiencing the rare privilege of 'Magical Palm Leaf Reading'. Venue: At Urban Solace-Cafe for the Soul 32, Annaswamy Mudaliar Road, Ulsoor T: 080-25553656
11am/Batch 2: 10 to 16 years from 12 noon-2 pm. Priced at Rs.1500. Venue: Ranga Shankara th 36/2, 8 Cross 2nd Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982 Our Own Tagore
WORKSHOP Puppet Making and Playing Date: May 2-8 (Mon-Sat) Time: 3pm-6pm Anupama Hoskere from 'Dhaatu', Bangalore's leading puppet theatre company will teach kids the art of making giant puppets and teach them to play them by weaving a story around the puppets.Children under the age group of 10 yrs and 16 yrs can participate in the workshop priced at Rs.2000. Venue: Ranga Shankara th 36/2, 8 Cross 2nd Phase, J P Nagar T: 080-26493982 The Magic of Science Toys Date: May 3-6 (Tue-Fri) Learn the principles of science such as Aerodynamics, principles of sound, refraction/reflection/diffraction of light and others through the simple mechanics of toys. This exciting session will be conducted by Arivind Gupta. Batch 1: 7 to 9 years from 9am-
Date: May 6 (Fri) Time: 6.30pm Alliance Francaise in association with 'Bangalore Little Theatre' presents an Open House Tribute Evening in memory of Rabindranath Tagore. Anyone can participate in this event and perform anything by Tagore or about Tagore – a poem, a song, prose, an excerpt from play or a letter. Each performance will have a time limit of five minutes. Venue: At Alliance Francaise Thimmaiah Road Vasanth Nagar T: 080-41231340 Groove N Summer Date: Till May 22 (Sun) 'The Swingers', a leading dance studio in India is conducting workshops in styles such as Old School Hip-Hop, Powerful Jazz, Shy Less Theatre and Notcracker Ballet - for kids. Teenagers can learn dance forms like New wave Hip-hop, dance hall, Street jazz, Indoor fusion funk and the adults can enjoy Sizzling Salsa, Juggling Jiving and L.A Latin. Venue: The Swingers st 133, 1 Main Road nd HAL 2 Stage, Indiranagar T: 080-25203900 South Indian Rural life Date: May 7-8 (Fri-Sat) Time: 10.30am - 4.30pm A two day thematic workshop on water colours is organised by Art House. A discussion on the history of water colour by historian Lina Vincent Sunish and a practical session by artist Sivabalan will be the highlights of the event. Priced at Rs.3000
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including work materials, lunch and tea. Venue: Karnataka Government Museum Kasturba Road T: 080-22864483, 22863737 Spirit of Dance
Date: May 10-22 (Tue-Sun) The 3rd edition of 'Spirit of Dance' - a summer intensive workshop by Lourd Vijay's Dance Studio is spread over three weeks with 13 dance forms for kids and adults. This will culminate into an extravagant 'Students Showcase' night. The program will be followed by a three day certified instruction level program. Venue: LVDS Productions Pvt. Ltd. 4, 1st Main Road, Chakravathy Layout, Off Palace Cross Road T: 080-23315566 Summer Carnival at Landmark Date: May (1-31) Landmark presents the biggest summer carnival this season in collaboration with Disney, Cartoon Network, Funskool, Mattel, Camlin, Pelikan, and Staedtler. It is a great opportunity for kids to play, enhance and enjoy the holidays. Landmark offers books, movies and games on discounted rates, screen movies, conduct art workshops and storytelling sessions. Harry Potter fans can participate in the thrilling Harry Potter quiz and win exciting prizes. Venue: Landmark The Forum and the Garuda Swagath
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