This weekend, the City of Joy is hosting a well-known annual textile pop-up on the occasion of the upcoming Bengali New Year. You may want to check it out as it will have some of the best brands in the handloom space. Another great way to spend the weekend would be at Holi parties with appearances from Bollywood folks. Or you could catch a play if you are in the mood for something more peaceful.
On the occasion of the Bengali New Year called Poila Boishakh/Nabobarsha, an exhibition of handcrafted textiles and crafts is being organised. It features some of the best brands operating in the artisanal textiles space. With 'One brand, one craft' as its underlying theme, the exhibition will have sarees, yardage, ready-to-wear, home linens, artifacts and accessories on display. Do not miss this exhibition which brings together exquisite craftsmanship from regional India. Check here for info on the brands.
What: Syuti Shaili Kolkata 2024 Nabobarsha Edit
Where: Keshari Devi Kanoria Hall, 123, Southern Ave, Golpark, Hindustan Park, Keyatala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700019
When: March 21, 22, 23 | 11AM-8PM
Bengalis love their sleuths and if you asked them to name their favourite, it would probably be Feluda, the intrepid detective created by Satyajit Ray. This weekend, you can catch a Feluda play where he is on the trail of a prized pink pearl. More details here.
What: Fever Theatre Festival
Where: Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre, Broadway Rd, IB Block, Sector 3, Bidhannagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700106
When: March 23 | 2PM-4PM
DANIEL SLOSS - CAN’T is the 12th solo show by this Scottish international superstar. Sloss’s previous groundbreaking, global smash hits include ‘HUBRIS’ (the world’s biggest solo comedy touring show and the 5th biggest ticket-selling event for most of 2021) and ‘X’ (his acclaimed tour de force about sexual assault). He has sold out seven New York off-Broadway seasons, appeared on American late-night show 'Conan’ ten times, broken box office records at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and toured in 54 countries (so far). More info here.
What: DANIEL SLOSS: CAN’T - India Tour 2024 - Kolkata
When: March 24 | 7PM
Where: Kala Mandir, 48, Shakespeare Sarani Rd, Elgin, Kolkata, West Bengal 700017
Soar into the colourful vibes of Holi with friends and family at the open-air carnival Rangleela'24. Bollywood diva Jacqueline Fernandes and DJ Vicky Metharamani will be on the console. More info here.
What: Rangleela'24
When: March 25 | 11:30AM onwards
Where: PC Chandra Gardens, 144, Arupota, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass, opp. Science, Kolkata, West Bengal 700105
Get ready to be mesmerised by Bollywood diva Nora Fatehi this Holi. Enjoy the festival of colours with friends and family at the JW Marriott Kolkata. More info here.
What: Rango Ki Ghoomar Ft. Nora Fatehi
When: March 25 | 11AM
Where: JW Marriott Hotel, 4A, JBS Haldane Ave, Tangra, Kolkata, West Bengal 700105