Laugh, learn & explore: Check events lined up this weekend in Ahmedabad
This weekend in Ahmedabad is packed with creativity, culture and conversation. Explore events that entertain, inspire and connect:Book talk: Playing with the GoddessAuthor Aditi Ghosh Mehta, retired IAS officer, will address a talk about her book ‘Playing with the Goddess Gavri of the Mewar Bhils’. The book is all about the Bhils of Mewar who undertake a joy-filled and colourful 40-day ritual every year. She has described the fun, jokes, humour and dance within a gruelling and arduous skeleton of strict even monastic austerities which are imbued with piety and reverence. When: July 11 (6 to 7.30 pm)Where: L D Museum, opp L D Engineering hostel, NavrangpuraEntry: Free with registrationGujarati play: Bluffmaster GujjubhaiHaving the veteran actor Siddharth Randeria aka Gujjubhai in the house is like unleashing a non-stop laughter storm. His presence guarantees a riot of humor, wit, and unstoppable entertainment.When: July 11 (9.30 pm)Where: Thakorbhai Desai Hall, opp Law Garden, EllisbridgeEntry: PaidFilm showcase: Paris 1900A chronicle of Parisian life between 1900 and 1914, made with the help of period documents and excerpts from more than seven hundred films, this work is considered a model of editing.Run time: 82 minsWhen: July 11 (5.30 pm) | July 12 & 13 (11.30 am)Where: Arthshila Ahmedabad, 2G, opp AMA, AmbawadiEntry: FreePlay: Judge-mentalKalasmruti by SSCC & Shreyarth University is presenting ‘Judge - Mental’ drama is a captivating blend of comedy, suspense, and entertainment that promises an unforgettable theatrical experience. This unique performance delivers laughter with a twist of intrigue, making it both engaging and memorable.Written & Directed by: Ayush Chavda, Hiten Naicker, and Ayush PurabiyaMusic & Lighting: Parth BhavsarFeaturing cast:Ayush Purabiya, Bhumika Mahida, Dev Bharvad, Dhyana Shah, Dhyani Vyas, Ishita Rana, Maulik Patel, Mohan Rajput, Soham Bapat, and Vishva Chavda.When: July 12 (7 pm)Where: Kalasmruti, GSTV campus, behind Iskcon templeEntry: PaidSamabhav- travelling film festivalThis weekend on July 12 and 13, AF Ahmedabad in collaboration with Men Against Violence & Abuse (MAVA) will be hosting Samabhav - a travelling film festival, featuring gender diverse and inclusive films.When: July 12 & 13 (2-8 pm)Where: Alliance Française d'Ahmedabad, Manekbaug Entry: Free with registrationMehfil-e-Muntazir: Ek adhuri mohabbat ka safarKalasmruti will host this storytelling and poetry show written and performed by RJ Sabir, the voice behind this emotional journey. Every word is crafted from real pain, real pauses and real passion. His verses don’t just rhyme — they resonate.When: July 13 (6.30 pm)Where: Kalasmruti, GSTV campus, behind Iskcon templeEntry: FreeExhibition: Feathers of AhmedabadIt is a photography exhibition by Moksh Desai, a 12th-grade student, showcasing his love for birds and their protection.When: Until July 13 (4 to 8 pm)Where: Amdavad Ni Gufa, K L Campus, Gujarat University RoadEntry: FreeComedy: Kal Ki Chinta Nahi Karta ft Ravi GuptaIn this show, Ravi Gupta will talk about a phase of his life when things were not going that well and because of it, he had to quit his job.Due to this, his parents stopped respecting me and finally, we came on the same page when it comes to respecting each other.When: July 13 (9 pm)Where: H K Hall, Ashram RoadEntry: PaidWorkshop: Improv JammingThis theater improv workshop is to unleash your creativity, boost confidence, and think on your feet—no scripts, just pure fun. It is open to all levels. Discover the joy of spontaneous storytelling and express yourself freely. Don’t miss this chance to own the stage like never before!When: July 12 (5.30 pm)Where: Prayogshala, 17, Suhasnagar Society, Ashram RoadEntry: Registration requiredWriting workshopThis is a stage writing workshop presented by Yash Vyas, founder and creative director at Mashgul, a performance art theatre.Key takeaways from workshop:Strategies to overcome procrastination while conquering the ‘myth’ of writer’s block.Introduce compelling conflict for your story, characters, and plot with fun writing games.The narrative technique of ‘show, don’t tell’.After completing the 2-day workshop, participants will have multiple promising plots and a draft of a short play.When: July 12 and 13 (2 to 5 pm)Where: Scrapyard-The Theatre, 23, Gujarat Society, PaldiEntry: Paid
This weekend in Ahmedabad is packed with creativity, culture and conversation. Explore events that entertain, inspire and connect:
Book talk: Playing with the Goddess
Author Aditi Ghosh Mehta, retired IAS officer, will address a talk about her book ‘Playing with the Goddess Gavri of the Mewar Bhils’. The book is all about the Bhils of Mewar who undertake a joy-filled and colourful 40-day ritual every year. She has described the fun, jokes, humour and dance within a gruelling and arduous skeleton of strict even monastic austerities which are imbued with piety and reverence.
When: July 11 (6 to 7.30 pm)
Where: L D Museum, opp L D Engineering hostel, Navrangpura
Entry: Free with registration
Gujarati play: Bluffmaster Gujjubhai
Having the veteran actor Siddharth Randeria aka Gujjubhai in the house is like unleashing a non-stop laughter storm. His presence guarantees a riot of humor, wit, and unstoppable entertainment.
When: July 11 (9.30 pm)
Where: Thakorbhai Desai Hall, opp Law Garden, Ellisbridge
Entry: Paid
Film showcase: Paris 1900
A chronicle of Parisian life between 1900 and 1914, made with the help of period documents and excerpts from more than seven hundred films, this work is considered a model of editing.
Run time: 82 mins
When: July 11 (5.30 pm) | July 12 & 13 (11.30 am)
Where: Arthshila Ahmedabad, 2G, opp AMA, Ambawadi
Entry: Free
Play: Judge-mental
Kalasmruti by SSCC & Shreyarth University is presenting ‘Judge - Mental’ drama is a captivating blend of comedy, suspense, and entertainment that promises an unforgettable theatrical experience. This unique performance delivers laughter with a twist of intrigue, making it both engaging and memorable.
Written & Directed by: Ayush Chavda, Hiten Naicker, and Ayush Purabiya
Music & Lighting: Parth Bhavsar
Featuring cast:
Ayush Purabiya, Bhumika Mahida, Dev Bharvad, Dhyana Shah, Dhyani Vyas, Ishita Rana, Maulik Patel, Mohan Rajput, Soham Bapat, and Vishva Chavda.
When: July 12 (7 pm)
Where: Kalasmruti, GSTV campus, behind Iskcon temple
Entry: Paid
Samabhav- travelling film festival
This weekend on July 12 and 13, AF Ahmedabad in collaboration with Men Against Violence & Abuse (MAVA) will be hosting Samabhav - a travelling film festival, featuring gender diverse and inclusive films.
When: July 12 & 13 (2-8 pm)
Where: Alliance Française d'Ahmedabad, Manekbaug
Entry: Free with registration
Mehfil-e-Muntazir: Ek adhuri mohabbat ka safar
Kalasmruti will host this storytelling and poetry show written and performed by RJ Sabir, the voice behind this emotional journey. Every word is crafted from real pain, real pauses and real passion. His verses don’t just rhyme — they resonate.
When: July 13 (6.30 pm)
Where: Kalasmruti, GSTV campus, behind Iskcon temple
Entry: Free
Exhibition: Feathers of Ahmedabad
It is a photography exhibition by Moksh Desai, a 12th-grade student, showcasing his love for birds and their protection.
When: Until July 13 (4 to 8 pm)
Where: Amdavad Ni Gufa, K L Campus, Gujarat University Road
Entry: Free
Comedy: Kal Ki Chinta Nahi Karta ft Ravi Gupta
In this show, Ravi Gupta will talk about a phase of his life when things were not going that well and because of it, he had to quit his job.
Due to this, his parents stopped respecting me and finally, we came on the same page when it comes to respecting each other.
When: July 13 (9 pm)
Where: H K Hall, Ashram Road
Entry: Paid
Workshop: Improv Jamming
This theater improv workshop is to unleash your creativity, boost confidence, and think on your feet—no scripts, just pure fun. It is open to all levels. Discover the joy of spontaneous storytelling and express yourself freely. Don’t miss this chance to own the stage like never before!
When: July 12 (5.30 pm)
Where: Prayogshala, 17, Suhasnagar Society, Ashram Road
Entry: Registration required
Writing workshop
This is a stage writing workshop presented by Yash Vyas, founder and creative director at Mashgul, a performance art theatre.
Key takeaways from workshop:
- Strategies to overcome procrastination while conquering the ‘myth’ of writer’s block.
- Introduce compelling conflict for your story, characters, and plot with fun writing games.
- The narrative technique of ‘show, don’t tell’.
- After completing the 2-day workshop, participants will have multiple promising plots and a draft of a short play.
When: July 12 and 13 (2 to 5 pm)
Where: Scrapyard-The Theatre, 23, Gujarat Society, Paldi
Entry: Paid
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