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The NSD Library has exclusively brought out the Rang Abhilekh Institutional Repository, a dedicated digital platform for preserving and providing access to the rich archival heritage of Indian theatre. This repository consolidates a wide range of resources—including documents, photographs, videos, posters, play scripts, and records of productions, artists, and institutions—under a single, structured digital framework. By integrating traditional library collections with extensive non-book and audio-visual materials, the Rang Abhilekh Institutional Repository strengthens research, learning, and documentation, and plays a crucial role in safeguarding and disseminating the legacy of theatre for students, scholars, and practitioners.

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Jaake Jaake Udi Jaai Sarai
(National School of Drama, in collaboration with Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation Limited, 2026-07-07) Sarmah, Parag; Sharma, Hiyasmita (Design); Rajkhowa, Manjeet (Poster and Brochure Design); Das, Utpal Kumar; Saikia, Lakhyajit; Shankar, Ravi Sharma and Ganguli, Arko (musicians); Rodali (costume and graphic design); Oasiss (stage decoration); Singh, Dharm and Kumar, Brijesh (set construction)
Jaake Jaake Udi Jaai Sarai is a Hindi theatre production presented as part of Rang Aakalan: Children’s Theatre Festival and Workshop 2026, organised by the National School of Drama in collaboration with Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation Limited. The supplied material credits Parag Samhita with direction and Utpal Kumar Das with writing. The accompanying description presents the play as a story about an elderly person who narrates a folk tale to his grandchildren, using humour and storytelling to explore values and social relationships. The production was scheduled for 7 July 2026 at 7:15 p.m. at Satyawadi Mandap, Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, near Rajghat, New Delhi.
Bhoot Nagari
(National School of Drama, in collaboration with Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation Limited., 2026-07-06) Walia, Gulshan; Bharti, Sarika; Dwivedi, Piyush (Coordinator); Indoriya, Ashish Kumar – Music; Sangeeta – Makeup; Rajesh – Costume
Bhoot Nagari is a Hindi comedy play presented on 6 July 2026 as part of Rang Aakalan: Children’s Theatre Festival and Workshop 2026. Directed by Gulshan Walia, the play uses humour, romance and supernatural situations to explore fear, courage and superstition. The story follows Pari, a girl who initially believes that ghosts are harmless and enjoys spending time with them. When a ghost approaches her, she becomes frightened after being warned about the danger. Through comic encounters, the play explores how fear can influence people's perceptions and behaviour. The performance was scheduled for 7:15 p.m. at Satyawadi Mandap, Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, near Rajghat, New Delhi.
Premchand Ki Ladkiyan
(National School of Drama, in collaboration with Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation Limited, 2006-07-05) Rabha, Jayant; Kushwaha, Amit K.; Premchand; Sharma, Jayant; Ahirwar, Devendra – Lyrics and Music Composition; Kumar, Rakesh – Choreography; Kumar, Raman – Light Design; Mishra, Savitri – Costume Design; Moni, Rajneesh – Set Execution; Kumar, Achintya; Saikia, Dipankar and Singh, Avneet – Set and Property Assistants
Premchand Ki Ladkiyan is a theatrical production presented as part of Rang Aakalan: Children’s Theatre Festival and Workshop 2026, organised by the National School of Drama in collaboration with Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation Limited. The poster credits Jayant Sharma with concept and direction and Amit K. Kushwaha with assistant direction. The accompanying description explains that the production draws on the stories of Premchand, bringing together characters and situations from his literary works to explore social relationships, family, gender and changing social values. The performance was scheduled for 5 July 2026 at 7:15 p.m., at Satyawadi Mandap, Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, near Rajghat, New Delhi.
Shanti Ki Pukar
(National School of Drama, in collaboration with Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation Limited, 2026-07-04) Trivedi, Nisha; Kamble, Pradeep; Trivedi, Milind – Music; Divyansh – Lights; Nawaz, Shah and Saxena, Amit – Choreography; Singh, Nisha and Vipin – Costume; Kumar, Sandeep – Makeup
Shanti Ki Pukar is a Hindi theatre production directed by Nishtha Dwivedi. The accompanying description explains an approach to theatre that goes beyond acting, using theatre workshops and performance to connect Indian cultural perspectives and values with contemporary life. It particularly emphasizes working with children and using theatre as a means of education, cultural awareness and social understanding. The production is associated with Abhivyakti Open Workshop and Abhinaya Natya Association, New Delhi, as stated in the supplied material.
Wo Kagaz Ki Kashti Wo Barish Ka Pani
(2025) Chhabra, Sunder Lal; Premchand, Munshi; Rohit (Set and Props); Raghav Mishra and Sunidhi (Lighting); Chakrabhuti Khambare (Costumes); Sathi Choudh (Music); Geeta (Stage Manager); Munshi Premchand (Story)
Wo Kagaz Ki Kashti... Wo Barish Ka Pani... is a Hindi theatre production based on stories by Munshi Premchand, including “Bade Bhai Sahab” and “Boodhi Kaki.” The production explores family relationships, childhood, social values, and human emotions. Sunder Lal Chhabra is credited with the theatrical adaptation and direction. The brochure mentions the group “Mukha–Mukham Manch,” established in 2005, and describes its work in theatre festivals and performances.