Prakash Raj’s Nirdiganta to host National Conference on Theatre in Education

Bengaluru, Karnataka – 25/12/2024 – Actor and activist Prakash Raj’s Nirdiganta is organizing a significant three-day national conference dedicated to exploring and implementing ways to integrate theatre into the Indian education system. The conference, titled ‘Theatre as a tool in education’ is set to take place from December 26 to 28 at Nirdiganta, a theatre incubation centre in K. Shetihalli, Srirangapatana, and will gather educators, theatre practitioners, academics, and policymakers from across the country.

The event aims to highlight the numerous benefits of incorporating theatre into education. Organizers believe that theatre can significantly improve students’ communication skills, foster creativity, cultivate empathy, and deepen understanding across various subjects. The conference will provide practical strategies and tools for educators to effectively use theatre techniques in their classrooms.

“Theatre has the power to transform education by making learning more engaging, interactive, and meaningful,” said Prakash Raj. “This conference is a crucial step towards realizing the full potential of theatre in shaping the minds of our future generations.”

The conference will feature a diverse program, including keynote speeches from prominent figures in education and theatre, panel discussions on best practices and challenges, interactive workshops offering hands-on experience with theatre techniques, and performances showcasing successful examples of theatre integration in schools and communities.

A key focus of the conference will be fostering collaboration and networking opportunities between educators and theatre professionals, aiming to create sustainable partnerships that can bring theatre into more classrooms. The event will also serve as a platform to advocate for the inclusion of theatre as a core component of the national curriculum.

Nirdiganta, founded by Prakash Raj, is an organization dedicated to promoting and preserving India’s cultural heritage through theatre and other art forms. The organization actively works to make theatre accessible to all, with a particular focus on children and marginalized communities. This conference is a significant step in their ongoing efforts to leverage the power of theatre for positive social impact.

This national gathering promises to be a pivotal event in the movement to bring the transformative power of theatre into Indian education.