--- title: "Intimate Theatre and Storytelling Performances in Kengeri" description: "Experience intimate theatre performances at Courtyard Koota. We host diverse plays, from Kannada to English, in a unique black box setting in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/courtyard_koota/performing-arts-venue-production/theatre-storytelling last_updated: 2025-08-21 --- # Theatre Performances and Storytelling in Kengeri Tribe Verified · Community-built stage in Kengeri, Bengaluru. By [Courtyard Koota](https://mytribe.in/courtyard_koota) · Hosted at Courtyard Koota, Kengeri, Bengaluru · ₹249 Per Person / Ticket (estimate) Part of [Performing Arts Venue & Production](https://mytribe.in/courtyard_koota/performing-arts-venue-production). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/courtyard_koota/performing-arts-venue-production/gallery) A home for stories. From Kannada plays to English productions, our black box stage brings actors and audiences together for intimate storytelling. ## Photos and videos - ![The official poster for our production of 'Wedding Album' by Girish Karnad. This play, a sharp and witty look at a modern Indian family, was our theatre debut and brought together a wonderful mix of community members and professional actors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2463a712-cff1-4c9e-a3bc-f442cdc90f7e) - [Video: Here's our team talking about why we decided to venture into theatre production with 'Wedding Album'. It’s about more than just acting; it's about building a community by working together towards a common creative goal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a578f313-74df-434d-af25-9e3385fc5e56) - [Video: Meet Kishore Acharya, the director of our production of 'Wedding Album'. He shares his vision for the play as a social commentary on the institution of the Indian wedding, brought to life by a mix of professional and first-time actors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/417d1777-653a-4635-8d2d-8e0eaa0c57b6) - [Video: Introducing the Nadkarni family and their feisty cook from our play, 'Wedding Album'. Our cast, a mix of seasoned and new actors, share a little about the characters they bring to life on stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ba73709-4332-41b4-9e65-8389b09d2655) - [Video: Meet the "Friends" from the cast of 'Wedding Album'. It's always a joy to see new and experienced actors from our community come together, find their characters, and feel at home on our stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f4222124-b513-4c45-942e-fbc60e787c99) - [Video: A peek into the preparations for 'Wedding Album'. Our space buzzes with creative energy as the cast and crew work together, rehearsing lines and blocking scenes to bring the story to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea9650ed-bbd1-42ca-bfc3-8deb260a96d0) - [Video: The making of 'Wedding Album' was filled with collaboration, learning, and a lot of chai. This is a glimpse into the process of how our Koota productions come together, driven by community and a shared love for theatre.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/557e2e4b-3bc1-4c44-a269-ce16eafe260c) - [Video: Taking our Koota production on the road. Here, the cast of 'Wedding Album' announces upcoming shows at other prestigious Bangalore venues like Bangalore International Centre and Ranga Shankara.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08c878ae-e07a-4185-a45e-d0208a99e67c) - [Video: A moment of celebration with the cast and crew of 'Wedding Album'. Putting up a play is a journey, and we make sure to celebrate the milestones, like a successful run, together as a family.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0561523-3dbf-4249-a07a-a34842d68ba6) - !['Wedding Album' officially sold out for all three days, a testament to the hard work of our cast and the amazing support from our audience. Thank you for the love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e2003ee-df87-48e9-bfc4-2c09f8a30fab) - [Video: A scene from 'Palti', a heart-warming play by the Jijji Collective. The performance beautifully explored themes of loss and grief through the relationship between a grandparent and grandchild, using simple storytelling and puppetry.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/004fa4f5-687f-4ce9-8f3b-9fbccbe069f6) - ![The poster for 'Palti', an English play for children and adults that gently explores grief. The 60-minute performance was followed by an interactive session, creating a safe space for families to understand and express loss.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2a34906f-17f5-4d4a-b7ae-41ef98a2031e) - ![The poster for 'Jhund', a dark comedy in Hindi presented by Our Theatre Collective. The play explores themes of freedom, submission, and betrayal as two strangers navigate an absurd and threatening situation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1aca7c7-915e-44a0-9c3c-1525d130b4c7) - [Video: A tense moment from the Hindi play 'Jhund'. Our black box setup is perfect for such gripping narratives, allowing the audience to feel the claustrophobia and uncertainty along with the characters on stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc99576e-a86f-44ff-b78c-3cab92e062ca) - ![The poster for 'Patanga Prabhava', a thought-provoking play in Kannada by Dheemahi Theater. The play delves into complex themes of gender, love, and identity, inspired by quantum physics and chaos theory.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f636820a-1c1f-4faa-bee2-f619d53daea1) - ![The poster for 'Patanga Prabhava', a Kannada play presented at Koota. We are proud to host performances in multiple languages, reflecting the diverse cultural fabric of our city and artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ef01d8f-2f30-419e-8038-02b1f1fd1a03) - ![The poster for 'Poor Vanya', a hilarious clown re-imagination of Anton Chekhov's classic 'Uncle Vanya'. We love hosting experimental theatre that pushes boundaries and offers fresh perspectives on timeless stories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/505d2b3a-9360-465d-8f4a-e7682985fc88) - [Video: A moment of pure, unbridled chaos from 'Poor Vanya'. What happens when a troupe of clowns takes on a serious Chekhov play? A night of unexpected twists, absurdity, and a whole lot of laughter.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c308944-3b7a-4af8-9fa9-da9aae59ce1f) - ![The poster for 'Land of Cards', an English musical adaptation of Rabindranath Tagore’s 'Tāser Desh' by Bangalore Little Theatre. This play is a wonderful example of the classic stories we love to see reimagined on our stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82578e17-af7a-4b8a-8eaf-1963fc7ce817) - ![A collage capturing the vibrant energy of 'Land of Cards'. This musical brought together a talented cast to tell Tagore's satirical story about a rigid society disrupted by the arrival of a prince and his new ideas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7d21f52f-745e-4650-95ae-83bf6652e4dc) - [Video: Behind the scenes of 'Land of Cards'. This video shows the cast and crew during rehearsals, from practicing music to setting up the stage, giving a glimpse into the hard work behind the magic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/517bf074-f5c0-442f-8d1f-9c23b48a6e89) - ![The poster for 'Bhasaili Re', a Bengali play by the Birati Samuho Performers Collective. This solo performance re-examined the myth of Behula, challenging traditional narratives of womanhood and devotion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e98d209-6ee7-41b6-a433-7a7f6bfbe287) - ![A powerful scene from the Bengali play 'Bhasaili Re'. The minimalistic set and evocative lighting created an intimate atmosphere, drawing the audience into the story of a woman's agency and purpose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d336a1d-83cd-4acc-9859-92317d36f61f) - [Video: The captivating solo performance in 'Bhasaili Re', accompanied by live musicians. The play beautifully intertwined traditional epics with contemporary thought, sparking dialogue about exclusion and marginalization.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec1817ba-22e1-42bc-a110-f204efa8e207) - [Video: A scene from 'Rihla', a play by Aagaaz Theatre that explores the messy, chaotic, and often hilarious process of trying to design a new country. It was a thought-provoking performance about change, collaboration, and idealism.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/500f89e2-3286-440a-87fc-a2d96460f6e4) - ![The poster for 'Rihla' by Aagaaz Theatre, part of the BLR Hubba festival. The play follows a group of young dreamers as they argue, educate, and inspire each other in their quest for a better world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6a18675b-14f3-4cc3-84d6-5a9008ddaf68) - [Video: A glimpse into 'Saau', an interpretation of a Marathi children's book inspired by the life of Savitribai Phule. The performance used innovative techniques and puppetry to tell the story of a little girl bringing light to her village.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b1438ec-b6c4-4ac2-8330-76383d86edc9) - ![The poster for 'Saau' by Katkatha, a performance that blends puppetry and storytelling. We love hosting shows for our 'Putta Puttis' (little ones) that are both magical and meaningful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4c19038-f069-4d45-b523-139dc9fe59b8) - ![The poster for 'The Trial of Abdus Salam', a play that unmasks the genius and tragedy of the first Muslim Nobel Laureate in Science. We believe in theatre that tells important, often overlooked, stories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/933ec95d-84d0-4ff2-a7a1-033d8a403a91) - [Video: A moment from 'Khutoot-e-Niswan', a beautiful performance celebrating the strength, resilience, and stories of womanhood through letters and melodies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6faff49-6523-4bb6-bdef-8be63eea9a5e) - ![The poster for 'To Forget is to Remember is to Forget', an evocative exhibition-performance by Nimi Ravindran that explored the fragile threads of memory through installations, video, sound, and performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aa019d5a-94a9-432a-b3c1-723dfc367aa3) - [Video: A look inside the immersive exhibition-performance 'To Forget is to Remember is to Forget'. The event opened a dialogue on what we remember, what we forget, and how these acts shape our personal and collective stories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/162e565c-ffb3-44ef-9995-e3bde3db8897) - ![A screening of 'How Long is February?', a digital play by Nisha Abdulla. Our space, equipped with a projector and screen, is also perfect for film nights and digital theatre experiences, followed by engaging discussions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2aa41345-fbdd-413a-b111-84bf87749f76) - ![The poster for the digital play 'How Long is February?'. This fantasy in three parts was presented as a screening, showcasing how we adapt to host different forms of theatrical storytelling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/568db1b5-030c-4399-bf91-92352fc57e56) ## About Theatre & Storytelling When you step into our black box theatre, you are less than six feet from the performers. This proximity is intentional. We want you to feel the tension in a scene or hear the sharp intake of breath just as clearly as the actors on stage, turning every performance into a shared, immediate conversation. At Courtyard Koota, our stage is a home for stories, regardless of the language. We present plays in Kannada, Hindi, English, and Bengali, bridging the gap between established professional theatre and vibrant community storytelling. Our space is built with a black box layout, meaning the seating is flexible and close, ensuring that no matter where you sit, you are part of the narrative. Whether it is a hard-hitting social commentary or a light-hearted children’s play, the focus is always on the intimacy of the moment. We support artists by providing a full lighting rig, crisp audio, and a dedicated technician, letting them focus entirely on their craft. If you are an artist looking to stage a work or an audience member seeking a performance that stays with you long after the lights go up, our doors are open. We host a wide range of productions, from deep-dive plays exploring complex themes like gender and chaos theory to warm, funny family dramas, all aimed at fostering real connection in the room. We believe the best stories are the ones that spark a conversation, and our space in Kengeri is designed to keep those conversations going long after the curtain call. ## About Courtyard Koota We are a collective built for conversations and stories. Whether it is a professional touring play or a debut performance by new actors, we focus on making theatre feel like a shared meal rather than a distant spectacle. 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