In a mellow mood? The award-winning Immersive Trails, a Kolkata-based heritage tour organisation, offers a fascinating walk around the ghats of Kolkata. If you want to do some head banging, head out to listen to Milo, one of Sweden's most promising producers and DJs. Or delve into the timeless world of Shakespeare with "Shakespeare in Venice," a captivating solo act being performed. There is much to do if you are in Kolkata this weekend.
Head out to listen to Milo, one of Sweden's most promising producers and DJs. Over the past three years, she has made a name for herself on the local underground scene. After catching the attention of @jeremyolander, she quickly became an opening act for the Swedish star at his home shows. Soon after, she debuted on his label @vivrantmusic with 'Vanadis', which was co-produced with Jeremy himself. The release of the solo debut EP 'Luma' on Vivrant topped Beatport and received a warm reception from press, radio, and some of the scene's most prominent acts. Since then, MOLØ has also released a remix on Moscoman's Disco Halal, the sequel 'Vemode' on Vivrant, and 'Fleut' on Marc Romboy's Systematic. More info here.
What: MOLO (Anjunadeep) Live in Kolkata!
When: May 17, 9PM - May 18, 4AM
Where: one8 Commune, 13, Ho Chi Minh Sarani Rd, Kankaria Estates, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal 700071
The award-winning Immersive Trails, a Kolkata-based heritage tour organisation, offers a fascinating walk around the ghats of Kolkata. The Hooghly Riverbank has witnessed the ebb and flow of communities, cultures, and layers of history since the 17th century. Immerse yourself in the history, culture, traditions, and stories embedded in the Hooghly Riverbank of North Kolkata. Learn about a major tragedy in the 1800s and discover the revolutionary river hideouts on this walking tour. More about it here.
What: Ghats of North Kolkata (Evening walk)
When: May 19, 6PM
Where: From Mayer Ghat, Baghbazar
Delve into the timeless world of Shakespeare with "Shakespeare in Venice," a captivating solo act performed by the national award-winning filmmaker and actor Ashok Vishwanathan at the KCC Amphitheatre. Drawing inspiration from Shakespeare's renowned work, "The Merchant of Venice," this unique theatrical presentation promises to take audiences on a thought-provoking journey through the complexities of Shakespearean texts. Through the incorporation of Bangla idioms, poetry, and a Hindi paraphrase of select passages, Vishwanathan breathes new life into Shakespeare's masterpiece, inviting audiences to experience the play in a fresh and dynamic way. More here.
What: Shakespeare in Venice: A Solo Act by Ashoke Vishwanathan
When: May 17, 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Where: KCC Amphitheatre, Address: Dipak Road, Eastern Metropolitan Byp Rd, Anandapur, Adarsha Nagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700107
Immerse yourself in an exploration of refugee life and memories through a captivating trilogy of installations by acclaimed artist Pradip Das. This event will feature a presentation by Das, followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion with distinguished guests Sayantan Maitra Boka and Sumallya Mukhopadhyay, moderated by Rituparna Roy. The trilogy deeply resonates with the ongoing efforts of the Kolkata Partition Museum Trust (KPM) to commemorate the Bengal Partition and its aftermath.
What: Heartland (Hridaypur): A Trilogy on Refugee Life and Memories
When: May 18, 3PM onwards
Where: KCC Amphitheatre, Address: Dipak Road, Eastern Metropolitan Byp Rd, Anandapur, Adarsha Nagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700107