Theatre Events & Festivals
Discover national festivals and weekend theatre performances in Bangalore
Major Theatre Festivals
Discover prestigious national and international theatre festivals
Organized by: National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi
The world's largest theatre festival celebrating 25 years of international theatrical excellence. This prestigious festival brings together drama institutions, theatre companies, and directors from India and abroad to showcase the finest in contemporary theatre across multiple venues and cities.
Special Milestone
25th Edition - Silver Jubilee Celebration
Focus: International Theatre Excellence & Cultural Exchange
Festival Details
Festival Dates
January–February 2026
Locations
Delhi & other cities in India and abroad
Website
www.nsd.gov.in
Application Info
Application Fee
₹250 (India & SAARC) | ₹500 (Others)
Participants
Theatre Companies & Institutions
Application Deadline
25th October 2025 till 12:00 Midnight
Contact
festivalcell@gmail.com
Eligibility & Requirements
• Drama Institutions, Theatre Companies & Theatre Directors (India & abroad). Only plays previously performed for the public with minimum 60 minutes duration.
• Productions can be submitted under 10 categories
• Only plays previously performed for the public are eligible
• Minimum duration: 60 minutes
• Offline submissions will not be accepted
• NSD reserves the right to change or cancel the festival schedule
Contact Information
festivalcell@gmail.com
Website
www.nsd.gov.in
@nsd_delhi