Annual Musicals & Stage Recitals at NCPA
We believe the stage is the best classroom. From our annual 'Joie De Vivre' show to full-scale musicals like 'Sound of Emotions', we create real performance opportunities at the NCPA for students of all ages.
The final curtain of our 'Joie De Vivre 2025' recital. This video captures the behind the scenes chaos, the pre-performance rituals, and the standing ovations from our show at the NCPA.
A collage from our last show, 'Joie De Vivre 2025'. A Saturday at the NCPA filled with music, nerves, and smiles that we'll carry with us for a long time.
A polaroid collage from 'Joie De Vivre', featuring a young ukulele player and a confident drummer. Our recitals showcase a wide range of instruments and talents.
A snapshot of our vocal teacher and a student drummer performing together at 'Joie De Vivre'. Our teachers often perform alongside students, creating a professional and inspiring experience.
A collage capturing a young pianist at the grand Steinway and a ukulele waiting for its player. The stage at 'Joie De Vivre' was set for moments of musical magic.
The full cast of 'Joie De Vivre' on the NCPA stage. This group photo captures the sense of community and shared achievement that our annual recitals foster.
A collage of moments from 'Joie De Vivre', featuring our partners, performers, and the talented students from the Akanksha Foundation.
About this collection
Preparing for a production at the NCPA isn't just about polishing your piece. We manage the backstage nerves, the tech rehearsals, and the logistics of coordinating 50+ performers so that when you step under the spotlight, your only job is to play. It is high-pressure, incredibly chaotic, and absolutely worth every second.
Our performance philosophy is simple: practice is necessary, but the stage is where you truly grow. Every year, we put together massive productions that demand more than just technical skill. Whether it is 'Joie De Vivre' or our recent 'Sound of Emotions'—an Inside Out-inspired musical—we treat every show like a professional production.
We don't just host a small recital in a studio. We take over the Experimental Theatre at the NCPA in Mumbai. Our students, from age 3 to 75, learn how to handle professional microphones, manage lighting cues, and play with a full cast.
We handle the 'chaos and dedication' behind the scenes so students learn genuine stage presence. We coordinate the mix of Western instruments, vocalists, and speech and drama students to create a cohesive show. For parents, this is a chance to see your child build confidence in front of a live audience. For our adult students, it is about breaking performance anxiety in a supportive, real-world setting. If you are looking to move beyond classroom drills and want to feel the energy of a live show, let's talk about which performance batch is right for you.
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Shivani and I run this academy with one goal: sharing the joy of living and playing music. We are just two siblings who grew up with music in our home, and now we help our students—from toddlers to seniors—find that same spark on stage.
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