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A Feminist Guide to Delhi
Oddbird theatre has built a reputation as a space for Delhi’s artists and performers to showcase their work. It holds a lot of events that allow young female artists to practice their craft.
UPCOMING SPECIAL
19 Sept 2026, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074Featherheads Haokui (Ukhrul, Manipur) channel ancestral Tangkhul Naga chants, folk tunes, and oral folklore into contemporary, full-band arrangements. Join us for a live preview of new music fresh out of residency, followed by an open conversation with the band. 8pm | 60min Open to ages 18+
12 Sept 2026, 7:30 pm – 13 Sept 2026, 9:00 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074What happens when the man who cleans the city’s filth is invited to become the face of the dream it sells? Hawa Mahal - a sharp ensemble satire about survival, dignity, and dreams. Languages: Hindi and English | For ages 18+
04 Sept 2026, 8:00 pm – 06 Sept 2026, 9:30 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A father struggling with the death of his young daughter confronts the man responsible: a stage hypnotist. Their meeting sparks an unexpected exploration of grief, accountability, and the possibility of transformation. Five performances, 4 to 6 September. For ages 18+
22 Aug 2026, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A group of first-time and returning performers take the stage with a set of short plays - the result of a few rehearsals and the thrill of sharing them live. For ages 18+
21 Aug 2026, 8:00 pm – 9:20 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074An intimate dialogue between Indian rhythmic traditions, jazz improvisation, and ambient electronic textures with Jelle Roozenburg (guitar) and Tarang Poddar (tabla, percussion). For ages 18+
02 Aug 2026, 6:30 pm – 7:40 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A solo performance accompanied by a live musical score, Spiral weaves three stories to reflect on how women navigate personal space, safety, and public presence across contemporary Indian cities. Language(s) - English and Hindi | For ages 18+
16 Jul 2026, 8:00 pm – 9:20 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074The driving breath of the Guillas brothers' Breton bagpipe and bombarde meets the rhythms of Sina.F Ghaffari's Persian tombak. Expect a raw performance where two highly specialized musical languages find their common ground in real time. Languages: Persian, English | For ages 18+
06 Jun 2026, 8:00 pm – 9:20 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A completely improvised, live ambient performance blending cello, guitar, and electronics. Artists Ish S and maestro Saskia Rao de Haas mix classical and contemporary sounds into a living, unpredictable sonic experience. For ages 18+
24 May 2026, 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A group of first-time and returning performers take the stage with a set of short plays - the result of a few rehearsals and the thrill of sharing them live. For ages 18+
17 May 2026, 6:30 pm – 7:50 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074An intimate, music-led evening that brings together the songs and stories of Awadh. Languages: Hindi, Urdu, English | For ages 16+
10 May 2026, 6:30 pm – 7:40 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074In an intimate, up-close setting, Aditi Mangaldas' Living Legacy Project presents a set of dance solos and a duet by Gaurav Bhatti and Pritam Das. For ages 16+
19 Apr 2026, 4:00 pm – 5:20 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074Dastangoi, music and theatre shape a retelling of the life and radical vision of Guru Nanak. Languages: Hindustani, English, Punjabi | For ages 16+
28 Mar 2026, 6:00 pm – 6:35 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A dancer transforms into a shape-shifting creature, exploring desire, shame, and the freedom of a body that refuses to stay contained. Presented as part of Oddlab, where experimental works find an audience. For ages 18+- 27 Mar 2026, 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A group of first-time and returning performers take the stage with a set of short plays - the result of a few rehearsals and the thrill of sharing them live. For ages 18+
Membership Offer22 Mar 2026, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074A three-hour, hands-on workshop by Vaishnavi Mannava that helps you turn taste, gesture and memory into fresh ideas - through movement, play, and collaboration. For ages 16+
Membership Offer14 Mar 2026, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074Uma Katju leads a playful reset for adults - two hours of simple, joyfully pointless games that loosen the grip of routine and make room for laughter. For ages 16+
01 Mar 2026, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm9, Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur Hills, New Delhi, 110074Playful and pressure-free, this beginner-friendly workshop will sharpen quick thinking, boost confidence, improve listening and teamwork for participants. For ages 16+
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