The City of Joy, as Kolkata is referred to, radiates an indomitable spirit that intertwines history, art, and literature. The capital of West Bengal beckons with its colonial-era architecture, bustling markets, and a cultural landscape that has nurtured literary giants. If you are in the city this weekend, here are some events to attend.
Relatively Speaking is a delightful comedy by Alan Ayckbourn, presented by Kolkata Centre for Creativity, KCC, in collaboration with The Madras Players and Chennai Art Theatre. Directed by Tehzeeb Katari, the play revolves around two couples entangled in a web of misunderstandings, leading to hilarious situations and moments of dramatic irony. As the story unfolds, the audience is kept guessing until the very end, with unexpected twists and turns keeping everyone on their toes. More about it here.
What: Relatively Speaking
When: May 4, 6pm to 7.30pm
Where: KCC Amphitheatre, Behind Fortis Hospital, Anandapur
For inquiries, call on 9830074073
In the realm of Bengali cinema, there are many works that stand out for their richness. Many of them are directed by Satyajit Ray and Rituparno Ghosh. Debojyoti Mishra, a music director, has collaborated with these two giants and has created musical pieces for their films that resonate with people. Bundling all these, Bengal Web Solution is organising `His Master`s Song` where you can listen to a slice of excellent Bangla film music. More about it here.
What: His Master's Songs- Satyajit Theke Rituporno
When: May 5, 6pm onwards
Where: Kala Mandir auditorium, 48, Shakespeare Sarani Rd, Elgin, Kolkata, West Bengal 700017
Gear up for ๐๐ถ๐ฝ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ต๐ ๐ฅ๐ผ๐ AKA ๐๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐บ๐ฎ๐ป, the first Bluegrass mandolin player from India, who will give a musical introduction to the beloved Bengali rock band of the 1970s โ ๐ ๐ผ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ต๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ด๐๐น๐ถ. He will be accompanied by ๐๐ป๐ป๐ถ๐ฒ ๐ ๐๐ธ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ท๐ฒ๐ฒ, a research scholar and a Moheen fan. This event is a part of Friday Events @ KCC Library โ a regular series of talks, conversations, film-screenings, performances, and musical events focused on creating an open, informal space of intellectual discussion and knowledge exchange at the KCC Library. More about it here.
What: My Musical Introduction to Moheener Ghoraguli
When: May 3, 5:30PM
Where: KCC Amphitheatre, Behind Fortis Hospital, Anandapur
A river running through a metro city. Paris has that, as does London, Amsterdam, Bangkok... and Kolkata. When you are in the City of Joy next, make sure you explore the legendary Hooghly with a cruise. Book a private candlelight dinner on the Hooghly River. Watch the 360-degree river view, and the magnificently lit up Howrah Bridge. The sailing time is two hours and the cruise will start from Babughat. The location of the jetty is 1 Strand Road. More about the cruises and how to book here.
This weekend, amp up the excitement and jump onto a dancing joyride with DJ Noise as he showcases a stellar collection of Bollywood and commercial hits come and catch all the action.
What: Reflexion
When: May 3, 7PM to 4AM
Where: The Golden Parkk Hotel, 13, Ho Chi Minh Sarani Rd, Kankaria Estates, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal 700071