Cicada Creations

15/06/2026

A soulful and enriching conversation with Bozo , along with the CICADA team. Coming from a background in theatre practice and writing, Sunny shared insights drawn from years of working across themes of migration, caste identity, gender, and belonging.

A heartfelt thank you to Sunny for designing such an engaging and interactive session. Through conversations around memory, perspective, and storytelling, the session planted many new thoughts on how films are presented to audiences—and the small yet meaningful elements that can transform a screening into a more immersive and memorable experience.

05/06/2026

01/05/2026

CICADA Foundation honours the hands that build our future.
This Labour Day, we recognise every worker whose dedication powers our communities — from construction sites to classrooms, from agricultural fields to hospitals. Your labour builds dignity, hope, and progress.

At the same time, the conversation must continue — about fair wages, safe workplaces, and equal opportunities for all. Because dignity at work is not a privilege, it’s a right.

Happy Labour Day!

18/04/2026

Cinema has the power to bridge distances, from the coast of Odisha to the classrooms of Seoni !!!!

CICADA Foundation hosted a special screening of "Bipro: A Conservation Legacy in the Making" along with the filmmaker Ishwar Shaw for the bright young minds of classes 7 and 8 at Mount Litera Zee School, Seoni.

For many students, this was their first deep dive into the world of marine life. Watching the story of turtle conservation at Rushikulya sparked more than just interest, it ignited a conversation. From generational knowledge to the future of our oceans, the post screening Q&A session with the director of the film proved that when storytelling meets curiosity, conservation becomes personal.

Moments like these remind us why we do what we do. When we connect young hearts to nature, we aren’t just sharing a film; we’re planting seeds for a greener future.

16/04/2026

CICADA Foundation, in collaboration with the People’s Photographers Collective, concluded the 7-day photography workshop with a vibrant photo exhibition. Participants showcased their photo stories, proudly sharing their work with invited guests and family members, turning their perspectives into voices that resonate beyond their community.

The final day was filled with stories, film discussions, and music. The exhibition was followed by a screening of “Bipro – A Conservation Legacy in the Making” by filmmaker Ishwar Shaw, and a musical session by the local Seoni-based band, Sambhavana.

We are truly grateful to each and everyone everyone who came together and extended their support in making this event possible.

14/04/2026

A seven-day photography workshop, organized in collaboration with CICADA and the People’s Photographers Collective, brought together 10 selected tribal youth from Seoni district for an immersive learning experience. Led by M. Palani Kumar, the workshop focused on building photography skills while encouraging participants to observe their surroundings more deeply, understanding their community, its labour, and its vital contribution to the backbone of rural India.

Through guided sessions, participants learned to identify and narrate stories from everyday life, transforming familiar realities into powerful visual narratives.

CICADA Foundation looks forward to curating more such meaningful and engaging workshops.

13/04/2026

All dedicated hands and hearts behind the photo story exhibition by CICADA Foundation, with People's Photographer Collective as the learning partner of the 6-day photography workshop.

12/04/2026

A story of faith, conservation, and an enduring legacy.
Join us for the screening of

Bipro – A Conservation Legacy in the Making

A film that journeys through the deep connection between people, nature, and belief, capturing stories that flow from shore to ocean, carrying meaning across generations.

Directed by

Come, witness a powerful visual narrative that speaks of conservation, culture, and human connection.

📅 Date: 13 April
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM
📍 Venue: Mount Litera Zee School, Seoni, Madhya Pradesh

10/04/2026

Join us this Sunday for an evening of stories, cinema, and music.

📸 Photo Exhibition:
Experience powerful visual stories of nature, and everyday life — captured by participants of a six-day photography workshop.

🎬 Film Screening:
Bipro – A Conservation Legacy in the Making

🎶 Music:
Live performance by Sambhavana Band
Come, watch, listen, and feel these stories unfold.

📅 Date: 12 April 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 05:00 PM
📍 Venue: Agrini Campus, Kurai, Seoni, Madhya Pradesh

All are welcome.