IPTA Mumbai

IPTA Mumbai Formed during the Quit India Movement, IPTA is the longest performing Arts group in India

IPTA took upon itself the challenge to bring theatre to the people with the objective of building awareness about social responsibility and national integration. IPTA soon became a movement and swept the length and breadth of India with its socialistic and nationalistic fervour. Born as a result of a long-felt need among writers and artistes, IPTA brought about a sea change in the prevalent concep

ts about Indian Theatre. It was formed to co-ordinate and to strengthen all progressive tendencies that had so far manifested themselves in the form of drama, songs and dances. Its roots lay in the cultural awakening of the masses of India, seeking to revive the cultural heritage of the country. Its initial impact was so powerful that a new form of expression took shape. It was to leave a lasting impression, making the arts an expression of the people’s yearning for freedom, economic and social justice and a democratic culture. IPTA, is one of the oldest performing art groups in the country and the only theatre movement that is present in 22 states of India with over 12000 members. Indian cinema, performing arts like music and theatre and now even television have drawn their many personalities from IPTA.

21/05/2026

Glimpses from Day 01 of the IPTA NATIONAL THEATRE FESTIVAL 2026.

IPTA National Theatre Festival 2026! Announcement of this HUGE festival today with a press conference by IPTA Mumbai at ...
19/05/2026

IPTA National Theatre Festival 2026!

Announcement of this HUGE festival today with a press conference by IPTA Mumbai at the Mumbai Press Club.

Celebrating Kaifi Azmi and Shaukat Kaifi, the festival dedicated to Jitendra Raghuvanshi has teams coming from Delhi, Jodhpur, Lucknow, Patna, Indore, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and Nashik to perform thought-provoking plays in their native languages.

20th to 27th May 2026
Mysore Association, King’s Circle, Matunga E

The highlights of the festival are

- An Acting Masterclass by our All-India IPTA President Prasanna ji on 21st May at Mysore Association, Matunga E.

- 2 shows of the legendary production ’Kaifi Aur Main’ starring Shabana Azmi and Kanwaljit Singh with songs sung by Jaswinder Singh with a live orchestra on 23rd May at Mukkti Auditorium, Model Town, And W. Tickets on BookMyShow.

Tickets for the festival are available at the venue between 10 am and 8 pm.

Come, experience a theatre festival like NONE other!

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‘Kaifi Aur Main’ comes back to Mumbai! A riveting musical journey through the life and times of Kaifi Azmi sahab and Sha...
14/05/2026

‘Kaifi Aur Main’ comes back to Mumbai!

A riveting musical journey through the life and times of Kaifi Azmi sahab and Shaukat Kaifi ji.

Starring stalwarts Shabana Azmi and Kanwaljit Singh, with poetry and film songs sung by Jaswinder Singh with a live orchestra.

Saturday 23rd May
4:30 pm and 7:30 pm
Mukkti Auditorium, Model Town, 7 Bungalows, Andheri West.

Tickets on . Supported by

Kaifi Saheb Amar Rahe! Remembering legendary poet and a staunch IPTA leader and artist Janaab Kaifi Azmi Saheb on his 24...
10/05/2026

Kaifi Saheb Amar Rahe!

Remembering legendary poet and a staunch IPTA leader and artist Janaab Kaifi Azmi Saheb on his 24th barsi 🙏

Dedicated to the memory of Shri Bharat Kapoor ji. IPTA Mumbai dedicated our May 2026 theatre festival at Prithvi Theatre...
08/05/2026

Dedicated to the memory of Shri Bharat Kapoor ji.

IPTA Mumbai dedicated our May 2026 theatre festival at Prithvi Theatre to the memory and legacy of Shri Bharat Kapoor ji. We were joined by Bharat Kapoor ji’s family as we lit the lamp and celebrated a great artist and exemplary human being.

Bharat ji gave countless memorable performances at Prithvi Theatre. This was our way of giving homage to his vast body of work and remembering him 🙏🏻

3 days. 9 shows. 7 plays. IPTA Mumbai comes to Prithvi Theatre this 1st to 3rd May 2026. Fri-Sat-Sun: a long holiday wee...
28/04/2026

3 days. 9 shows. 7 plays.

IPTA Mumbai comes to Prithvi Theatre this 1st to 3rd May 2026. Fri-Sat-Sun: a long holiday weekend!

With some of our BEST plays for children and adults. From classics to comedy to drama to tragedy - we have it all!

A never-before-seen lineup awaits. Don’t miss them! Tickets on BookMyShow.

‘BUDDHE NE MAARI CENTURY’An ALL-OUT comedy based on the cult-classic Bancharamer Bagan.Sunday 3rd May 4 PM at Prithvi Th...
28/04/2026

‘BUDDHE NE MAARI CENTURY’

An ALL-OUT comedy based on the cult-classic Bancharamer Bagan.

Sunday 3rd May 4 PM at Prithvi Theatre, Juhu.

Don’t miss! Tickets on BookMyShow.

With a heavy heart, we mourn the loss of Shri Bharat Kapoor ji, one of IPTA Mumbai’s most celebrated performers and olde...
28/04/2026

With a heavy heart, we mourn the loss of Shri Bharat Kapoor ji, one of IPTA Mumbai’s most celebrated performers and oldest members.

Bharat Kapoor ji had delivered inspiring and nuanced performances in several iconic plays of IPTA Mumbai such as Aakhri Shama (where he played Mirza Ghalib), Tanhai, Shatranj Ke Mohre, Tajmahal Ka Tender, and many more.

Bharat Kapoor ji was also known for his great contribution to Hindi cinema and television, appearing in renowned films like Noorie, Khuda Gawah, Bazaar, Mandi, and many more. His prolific television career included shows like Tara, Saans, Parampara, and others.

An actor par-excellence, he set the stage and camera on fire with his intense and hard-hitting performances. He will be greatly missed by millions of fans, including members of IPTA Mumbai who were his colleagues, friends, and juniors.

May his soul rest in peace. Naman 🙏🏻

May 1st to May 3rd in Celebration of Theatre and BeyondJoin us for an upcoming weekend filled with nothing but pure love...
25/04/2026

May 1st to May 3rd in Celebration of Theatre and Beyond

Join us for an upcoming weekend filled with nothing but pure love for stories.

On Stage:
From the lyrical grace of Tagore’s timeless classic to Federico García Lorca’s grim tale of 10 loveless women.

From a rib tickling series of events that skewer red tapism to Debasish Majumdar’s brilliantly penned portrait of a family of four under one roof.

A spectrum of stories, tender, tragic, and sharply satirical, awaits. Join us for a curated weekend of drama that traverses continents, centuries, and the depths of human emotion.

Details
Dates: May 1st to May 3rd, 2026
Venue: Prithvi Theatre, Mumbai
Tickets: Now available on BookMyShow

Celebrate theatre with us.

Bilquis Begum A tale of 10 love-less womenThis Tuesday 24th March8 pmPrithvi Theatre, Juhu Tickets @ Rs. 200/-.
21/03/2026

Bilquis Begum
A tale of 10 love-less women

This Tuesday 24th March
8 pm
Prithvi Theatre, Juhu

Tickets @ Rs. 200/-.

Step into the world of Twishampati, who in the hunt for a decent life finds a twisted deal with a modern devil, what fol...
19/02/2026

Step into the world of Twishampati, who in the hunt for a decent life finds a twisted deal with a modern devil, what follows will leave you breathless.

Starring - Aanjjan Srivastav, Sulbha Arya and Masood Akhtar
🕜When - Sunday, 1st March at 7pm
📍Where - Rangshila, Versova
Tickets on https://in.bookmyshow.com/plays/kashmakash/ET00484205

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