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A contemporary Indian Art show presented by Gallery Caperberry showcases an eclectic mix of abstract and figurative art to stimulate your creative senses. Artworks of artists like Gopal Dey, Shan Re, Kishore Chand and Ashok Kumar are on display.Venue:Caperberry and Tapas Lounge48/1, Ground Floor, The Estate, 121, Dickenson RoadT: 080-25594567

Date: Aug 18 (Thurs) The stand up comedy show featuring Jonathan Atherton and Ashish Shakya is sure to take you on a laughter ride and render you a perfect comedy experience. Priced at Rs.1200. Venue: JagritiRamagondanahalli,Varthur Road, WhitefieldT: 080-41242879

Date: Aug 12 (Fri)Time: 7.30pmEnjoy an evening of

COMEDY

DANCE

Bulchee Commedia Dell Arte

Spirits

ART

The Great Outdoors

Recorder of Life, Beauty and Truth

The Taste of a Collector

Remembering Husain

Date: Aug 4-7 (Thurs-Sun) The Great Outdoors is a photo exhibition on the Thrills & Spills of action on land, water and air presented by Essen Communications.Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Date: Till Aug 5 (Fri)Time: 10amAn exclusive photography exhibition portraying the works of the talented photographer - Late T S Satyan – one of the first photo-journalists in India. Venue: Tasveer Art GallerySua House26/1, Kasturba Cross RoadT: +91 9986284251

Date: Till Aug 6 (Sat)Time: 11am-7pmThe art exhibition by Vatsal Poddar - an art collector, will showcase the hundreds of art works of various Indian artists from his personal collection.Venue: Gallery Time & Space55, Lavelle RoadT: 080-22124117

Date: Till Aug 6 (Sat)Time: 10am-7pmKynkyny presents a special exhibition of paintings to pay tribute to the legendary artist M F Hussain. Some of the participating artists are Gurudas Shenoy, G. Subramaniam, Basuki Dasgupta, Manis Moitra, M G Doddamani, Praveen Kumar and many more. Venue: Kynkyny Art104, Embassy Square, Above Ganjam Jewellers148, Infantry RoadT: 080-40926202, 40926206

contemporary solo dance performances called 'Spirits' by Jyotsna B Rao and 'B&B' (Bondage and Beyond) by Veena Basavarajah.Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Date: Aug 12-15 (Fri-Mon)Lourd Vijay's Dance Studio

thpresents the 6 India International Salsa Congress. The events will have 45 workshops, 40 International and National Dance Stars, parties, pool parties, performances.Venue: Clarks ExoticaSwiss Town, Hollywood Junction, Sadahalli Post,Devanahalli RoadT: 080- 22044000/29

Date: Aug 14 (Sun) Time: 2pmJoin Lourd Vijay and his team of international dancers in India's first Danceathon. The proceeds of the event will go to Dream a Dream Foundation.Venue:Clarks ExoticaSwiss Town, Hollywood Junction, Sadahalli Post,Devanahalli RoadT: 080- 22044000/29

Date: Aug 19 (Fri) Time: 6pmEnjoy an evening of Indian Classical Dance by legendary classical dancer Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam. The program is organised by Arka Foundation.Venue: Chowdiah Memorial

thHall, 16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park ExtensionMalleshwaram, VyalikavalT: 080-23445810, 23443956

Date: Aug 21(Sun) Time: 5pmThe Bharatanatyam dance performance by Guru Kanya Ramachandran Tayalia and her dance students Shruthi Kamisetty and Alisha Kalyanpuris based on the theme of environmental conservation. It explores human greed and the need to pause and think about the harm caused to Mother Nature. Venue: JagritiRamagondanahalli,Varthur Road, WhitefieldT: 080-41242879

India International Salsa Congress 2011

Danceathon

Bharata Nrityam

Sadbhavana - Dance for a Cause

Colors & Hues

Group Exhibition

Creative Perspectives

Date: Aug 1-31 (Mon-Wed) Time: 10am-6pmGallery Third Eye presents a group art show by artists like Kanthraj N, Rima Ray and Rakesh Mandal.Venue: Gallery Third EyeA-1, Office Building, 2nd Floor, Yemlur Main Road, Next to Logica IT Park & Behind HAL AirportT: 080-080-41640471, 9845585235

Date: Aug 22-28 (Mon-Sun) Chitrakala Parishad showcases a group exhibition of artworks from Dr. Kalpana Desai, Mrs. Sangita Jindal. Venue: Karnataka Chitrakala ParishadArt Complex,Kumara Krupa RoadT: 080-22261816, 22263424

Date: Till Aug 31 (Wed)Time: 11am onwards

SynesthesiaDate: Throughout Aug Time: 11am-7pmSynesthesia is a three-person show that features artworks by three eminent artists Luigi Anasatasio, Andrea Anastasio and Avinash Veeraraghavan. Venue:Galleryske2, Berlin StreetLangford RoadT: 080-65951972, 41120873

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Baiano

Karamaat

French Roast

First Kiss

Cannes in India

A film by Elisabeth Bernardini tells the tale of two friends, told in true Italian style.

Aman Sachdedeva film deals with the controversial story of Saadat Hasan Manto. It is the story of Salim, a petty thief and murderer who mysteriously performs a miracle.

The film shows an uptight businessman in a fancy Parisian cafe who forgot to take his wallet.

Sharath Bhagwan shows how the first kiss can sometimes brings anxiety than excitement in this story of a young man and his mindframe.

Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Date: Aug 16-19 (Tue-Fri) Meenakshi Shedde who has been a jury member at Cannes in 2001 curates a film festival to inspire newbie filmmakers to make it big at Cannes. She selects eight Indian Films – three features and five shorts - most of them debut productions that have been

mistress, and leaves Kaushik injured and grieving and Kaberi shattered at the revelation.Date: Aug 18 (Thurs) Time: 6pm

The film shows an old woman in a tiny apartment with her only companion, a cat. The film directed by Gitanjali Rao won three awards for best short film.

A Bengali film portrays the agony and despair of a man in search of his missing friend. The film is directed by Tridib Poddar.

The movie is a political dark satire revolving around the life of Krishnan, a poor farmer who is framed as murderer and is awaiting his death by the new high tech instrument from America: the electric chair.

Date: Aug 19 (Fri) Time: 6pm

The film writer, cameraman, production manager and the actress set off on a car trip driving through the story. The film is directed by Anirban Datta.

A very powerful movie by Mira Nair, it shows the story of a 10-year old boy who came to earn money in Mumbai. It shows the life of children living on the Mumbai streets.Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Printed Rainbow

Khoj

Marana Simhasanam

Tetris

Salaam Bombay

FILM SCREENINGS

Evening of short films by SHAMIANA

Black & White

Big Buck Bunny

Butterfly Circus

Date: Aug 11 (Thurs) Time: 7pm

The short film by Karthik Sibbaraj is a thriller that points out that some pictures tell more than a story.

The animation film by Sacha Goedegebure is a story of a giant rabbit with bigger heart than himself.

The film shows a showman leading his circus troupe through the devastated American landscape during the time of Great Depression and in the process inspires others.

showcased at Cannes - will be screened at Alliance Francaise.

Date: Aug 16 (Tue) Time: 6pm onwards

The film awarded the Prix du jury at Cannes Film Festival 2002 for best short film explores the social ills that affect women in poverty. The movie is directed by Manish Jha.

The movie by Vikramaditya Motwane tells the story of Mohan, an authoritarian father forces him to work in his steel factory and study engineering against his wish.

Date: Aug 17 (Wed) Time: 6pm

A story of a man and woman in an urban space who met as friends and remain so as they grow old. The film is directed by Raka Datta.

Directed by Rituparno Ghosh the story revolves around a couple Kaushik and Kaberi, who were very happy until a car accident kills Mita, Kaushik's

A very very Silent Film

Udaan

Chinese Whispers

Dosar

many more variety of the divinely delicious drink. Venue: MyntThe Taj West End25, Race Course RoadT: 080-66605660

Date: Aug 10-20 (Wed-Sat) Time: 7.30pm-11pmThe European restaurant at Vivanta by Taj, M G Road showcases the best of Wines, Malts and Cognac with steaks, seafood, pastas and desserts. Some of the drinks on offer will be Chateau lafite Rothschild 1er grand cru classe, Pauillac,1997, Lady Burn 1973 or Louis Louis XIII de Rémy Martin. Venue: GrazeVivanta by Taj41/3, M G RoadT: 080-66604444

Date: Till Aug 14 (Sun)Time: 12pm-11pmMandarin Trail presents fresh fruit martinis this monsoon. The cocktail is made with

Wines, Malts, Cognac

Raining Martinis

seasonal fresh fruits is a blend of gin and vermouth, garnished with an olive or a lemon twist.Venue: Mandaril Trail

rd3 Floor, Mantri MallMalleshwaramT: 080-22667351

Date: Till Aug 15 (Mon) Time: 12pm-11pmHere's a chance to taste the exotic Chinese specialities cooked in an unglazed Clay pot by the expert chef at Mandarin Trail. Advantages of cooking in a clay pot include less use of oil and more flavour. Venue:Mandarin Trail

stMantri Square, 1 Cross, Sampige RoadMalleshwaramT: 080-22667351/52

Date: Aug 15 (Mon) On the occasion of Independence Day GAD offers a special brunch where you can savour the tastes of India. Priced at Rs.750 +taxes.Venue: GADThe Gateway Hotel66, Residency RoadT: 080-66604545

Date: Aug 16-30 (Tue-Tue)GAD offers snacks all through the day and night.The Gateway Hotel66, Residency RoadT: 080-66604545

Date: Aug 19-28 (Fri-sun) Time: 7.30pm-11.30pm

Clay Pot Festival

Independence Day – Freedom Brunch

Tapas of the World

Fish Market

monsoon season.Venue: Rajdhani RestaurantAll Outlets

Date: Aug1-31 (Mon-Wed) Time: 12.30pm-3pmIntroducing traditional 'Tiffin boxes' for corporate lunches at Karavalli with an option of vegetarian, non-vegetarian and seafood lunches!Venue: KaravalliThe Gateway Hotel66, Residency RoadT: 080-66604545

Date: Aug 1-31 (Mon-Wed) Time: 12.30pm-3pmMynt showcases the cuisines of four Southern states of India during lunch and Southern Italian Regions for dinner. Priced at Rs.1500 per person AI for lunch buffet, dinner is a la carte.Venue: MyntThe Taj West End25, Race Course RoadT: 080-66605660

Date: Aug 6-7 (Sat-Sun)Time: 12pm-3pmEnjoy a lazy weekend afternoon with a variety of starters, main course and desserts accompanied by unlimited beer. Priced at Rs 599 AI (all inclusive) and Rs.399 AI for only unlimited beer.Venue: Sixty Four– Tap-House & Bistro

st th64, 1 Main, 7 BlockKaramangalaT: 080-42173535, 42173536

Date: Aug 7 (Sun) Time: 12pmShiro presents a Sunday Brunch with mouth-watering delicacies straight from the menu of Master Shef Australia Season 3. Savor delicacies like chicken with Asian salad, creamy crab, corn and coconut soup, lime and chilli cakes and more. Priced at Rs.1500 +taxes per person.Venue: ShiroUB City, Vittal Mallya RoadT: 080-41738864

Date: Aug 7-31 (Sun-Wed) Mynt is promoting Hot Chocolate by presenting Hot Cocoa, Caramel Hot Cocoa, Fruti Cocoa,Slimmer's sin and

Karavalli Tiffin Lunch

Hyper Regional - Region within region

Lazy Weekend

A Sunday Affair

A cup of Jo - Hot Chocolate promotion

FOOD & DRINKS

Date: Aug 1-14 (Mon-Sun) Latitude welcomes you to 'La Tomatina', straight from the heart of Spain. Mouth-watering dishes like Gazpacho Andalusia, Spanish Prawn Broth, Charred lobster and desserts like Creme Catalan accompanied by a glass of Sangria will be on offer.Venue: LatitudeVivanta by TajITPB, WhitefieldT: 080-66933333

Date: Aug 1-14 (Mon-Sun)Caperberry presents Mushroom Festival this month where you can savour some of the delicacies like Indian Truffle, Portobello, Morel Sitake, Porcini and Yellow Boletus.Venue: Caperberry48/1, Ground Floor, The Estate121, Dickenson RoadT: 080-25594567

Date: Aug 1-31 (Mon-Wed) Time: 12.30pm-3pmChef Rishi will be helping the lady guests to get a better understanding of Vietnamese Cuisine. Learn more about this popular cuisine and master any one of the dishes from the restaurant's menu. Priced at Rs. 1200 per person + taxes.Venue: Blue GingerThe Taj West End25, Race Course RoadT: 080-66605660

Date: Aug 1-31 (Mon-Wed)Lay your hands on some steamy hot pakodas and butta this

La Tomatina- the Spanish Fest

Mushroom Festival

The Kari Kulture

Monsoon Festival

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Wine DinnerDate: Aug 27 (Sat) Time: for dinnerIndian Food uniquely paired with French wines like the famous Baron Philip de Rothschild is on offer. Venue: Masala Club, The Taj West End, 25, Race Course RoadT: 080-66605660

A wide variety of some of the world's most delectable fishes will be on offer. Savour fresh unlimited seafood like squids, kingfish, seabass, sardines and prawns grilled and with a choice oforiental, barbeque and Indian marination. Some of the adventurous dishes to try on the list are Spanish spice rub, Lebanese chermoula and Creole seasonings. Priced at Rs.999 + taxes.

thVenue: 12 MainGrand Mercure Bangalore

rd th3 Block, 12 MainKoramangalaT: 080-45121212

Date: Aug 23 (Tue)Time: 12.30pm-3pmWitness the Spirit of Onam right here in Jamavar, where you can have a nine course meal served on banana leaves in an ambience of ancient Kerala and a treatment befitting royalty.Venue: JamavarThe Leela Palace 23, Airport RoadT: 080-30571290

Date: Till Aug 28 (Sun)Time: 12.30pm-3.30pm & 7.30pm-11.30pmEnjoy sumptuous grills to soothe your taste buds followed by an elaborate buffet.Venue: The Solitaire, 3, Kumara Krupa Road, Kumara ParkT: 080-40443636, 40443535

Date: Till Aug 30 (Tue)Chili's Grill & Bar celebrates a Fajita Festival. On offer is a wide variety of Fajitas at affordable prices.Venue: Chili's Grill & Bar 35 Phoenix Idiom, Murugeshpalya,Old Airport RoadT: 080-40971165

Date: Aug 30 (Tue) onwards Time: 7pmThe festival has a variety of Arabic exoticism to offer. Mouth-watering mezze platters, taste bud enticing pita breads, dips and cocktails are on offer to take you to the tranquil sunsets of the Arabian desserts. Venue: Persian TerraceSheraton Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway26/1, Dr. Rajkumar RoadMalleshwaram-Rajajinagar

Onam Sadhya

Grills at the Nawab

Fajita Festival

Middle-Eastern Festival

T: 080-41128400, 9945565483

Date: Wednesday to Sunday in AugEnjoy your luxury Vodkas and finest single malts along with the fluid mastery of Raman on Wednesdays and Jazz and Crooner on weekends. Also try out the new bento meal. Venue: Blue BarThe Taj West End25, Race Course RoadT: 080-66605660

Date: WednesdaysTime: 7.30pm-11pm'Khao Galli' serves scrumptious Indian street food along with unlimited draught beer. A tarot card reader, magician, caricaturist and a mehendi artist are part of entertainment offerings. Priced at Rs 1400, all inclusive.Venue: At Cafe MozaicVivanta by Taj41/3, M G RoadT: 080-66604444

Day: Fridays in AugTime: 7pm-10.30pmA Mediterranean themed night dinner buffet featuring Mediterranean grill selection that include poultry, lamb, beef, pork, and seafood. Savour mouth watering grilled delicacies, smoked and sizzled with the right contrast of vegetables by the Mediterranean shores, a spread of salads and soups and a variety of desserts.Venue: CitrusThe Leela Palace

Blues at Blue

Khao Galli

Grill Night

23, Airport RoadT: 080-30571290

Date: Throughout AugTime: for lunch and dinnerMemories of China introduces a new menu with some exotic dishes like Crispy kongee lamb, Crackling spinach, Old fashioned pecking duck, Pork spare ribs and Mapo tofu to name a few. With the new look of the menu, table accompaniments, wall embellishments and artifacts they bring modern China to Bangalore.Venue: Memories of ChinaVivanta by Taj41/3, M G RoadT: 080-66604444

Days: Fridays& Saturdays in AugThe famed cuisine of Delhi is presented through live interactive counters, served with unlimited chilled beer. Priced at Rs.750 plus taxes.Venue: GADThe Gateway Hotel66, Residency RoadT: 080-66604545

Date: Wednesdays in AugTime: 7pm-11.30pmCitrus dedicates a night for seafood lovers where you can indulge in an array of seafood like prawns, lobster, and scampi on the BBQ. Venue: CitrusThe Leela Palace 23, Airport RoadT: 080-30571290

Date: Wednesdays in AugTime: for dinnerOn offer is a sumptuous buffet spread of Chinese food with an Indian touch along with interactive live counters and

New Menu

Dilli Haat

Seafood Night

Street food of the Orient

T: 080-42521000

Date: Sundays,Time: 12pm-4pmTreat yourself and your family to the Sunday brunch at Feast. On offer is an array of Indian and International delicacies along with a kid-friendly buffet. Choose from a range of alcoholic beverages to go with the food. A live band will be entertaining the guests. Priced at Rs.1255 (non-alcoholic), Rs.1655 (alcoholic) and kid's buffet at Rs. 625.Venue: FeastSheraton Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway26/1, Dr. Rajkumar RoadMalleshwaram-RajajinagarT: 080-42521000

Days: Sundays in AugustCity Bar offers an array of unlimited grills. The offer includes starters, main course, desserts and drinks. Priced at Rs.1200 + taxes/ per head.Venue: City BarU B City, 24Vittal Mallya RoadT: 080-42773636

Date: Throughout August, Time: 12:00pm-3:30pmThe Mediterranean restaurant, Olive Beach introduces an all new Prix Fixe Lunch Menu. The three course meal has a choice of appetizers, soups and salads, sandwiches, pizza, pastas, main course and desserts. Priced at Rs. 599+taxes.Venue: Olive Beach 16, Wood StreetAshoknagar

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Grill

New Prix Fixe Lunch

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Asparagaus FreschiDate: Till Aug 31 (Wed)This August Little Italy presents season's best Asparagaus boiled and served with Parmesan Cheese and butter or with extra virgin oil, salt, lemon and pepper. Priced at Rs. 275+taxes.Venue: Little Italy-Indiranagar100 Feet Road, Next to Reebok Showroom, IndiranagarT: 080-25207171

unlimited beer. Priced at Rs 750 plus taxes.Venue: GADThe Gateway Hotel66, Residency RoadT: 080-66604545

Days: Monday to Saturday Time: for lunchThis interactive lunch buffet for corporates offers a value for money spread, priced reasonably at Rs 549 (all inclusive).Venue: GADThe Gateway Hotel66, Residency RoadT: 080-66604545

Date: Throughout Aug Zaica introduces an all new menu comprising of exclusive royal dishes of Nawabs. Venue: Zaica Restaurant 125, Kundanahalli , Brooke Field Main Road 1st Floor, Mahadevapura Post, WhitefieldT: 080-41162485

Date: Throughout AugTime: 7pm-11.30pmMaster the art of tasting wine at Library Bar where you can sip some of the most splendid wines along with a selection of d'oeuvres.Venue: Library Bar & LoungeThe Leela Palace23, Old Airport RoadT: 080-30571290

Day: Sundays in AugTime: 12.30 pm-3.45 pmITC Gardenia presents the Grand Sunday Brunch at its speciality restaurants and provides a stunning experience with the range of delicacies on offer. Indulge in a lazy

The Big Fat Lunch Buffet

Nawabi Menu at Zaica

Wine Flights

Brunch N More

afternoon brunch that includes interactive grills, live appam stations, international & Indian specials, Cubbon Biryanis, Sushi, and mouth-watering desserts. Priced at Rs 1950 + taxes (Grande') and Rs.2500 + taxes (Super Grande'). Venue: Edo/ Cubbon Pavilion/Lotus PavilionITC Royal Gardenia1, Residency RoadT: 080-22119898

Day: Monday to FridayTime: 12pm-4pmThe speciality lunch includes a nutritionals soup along with an array of Chicken Curry / Grilled Chicken Sandwich/ Chicken burger/ Classic Ceaser Salad/ Hard Rock Café's legendary 10 oz.Cheese Burger. Venue: Hard Rock Cafe40, St. Marks RoadT: 080-41242222

Date: Through AugTime: 5pm-7.30pmDouble your happiness at Fava during the Happy hours where you can get one drink free on the order of one on select cocktails, IMFL beverages, beer and wines.Venue: Fava

nd203, 2 Floor, The Collection UB City24, Vittal Mallya RoadT: 080-22117444

Day: Fri & Sat in AugChef Madhu Krishnan unfolds a midnight masterpiece buffet that includes Indian signatures such as Gosht Ki Nihari with Taftaan, Dal Makhni, Paneer Burji Paratha, Bun Masala Omelette. Also available are Belgium Waffles with the Chef's special toppings, Gardenia plum pancakes draped in fruit compotes etc. Priced at Rs.750 + taxes.Venue: Cubbon PavilionITC Royal Gardenia1, Residency RoadT: 080-22119898

Rock and Roll Lunch

Happy Hours

Breakfast at Midnight

Live Barbeque at Hard Rock Cafe

Monty Python's Spamlot

Violin Recital

Date & Time: Monday to Friday at 7pm and Sat-Sun at 3pm & 7pmEnjoy scrumptious grills at the live barbeque at Hard Rock Cafe.Venue: Hard Rock Cafe40, St. Marks RoadT: 080-41242222

Date: Aug 1 (Mon) Time: 7.15pmBased on the classic comedy film Monty Python, it is a hilarious musical spoof on King Arthur and his knights of Camelot in their quest for Holy Grail.Venue: Chowdiah Memorial Hall

th16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park ExtensionMalleshwaram, VyalikavalT: 080-23445810, 23443956

Date: Aug 5 (Fri)Time: 7pmInternationalMusic & Arts Societypresents a violin recital by the Sri Lankan violinistMandira de Saram. She will

be accompanied by Eshantha Peiris on the piano. Tickets priced at Rs.200.Venue: Alliance Française de Bangalore

MUSIC

P.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Date: Aug 6 (Sat) Time: 6pmThe multi-artist musical night will feature artists like Kunal Ganjawala, Guru Kiran, Sadhna Sargam, Karthik, Shweta Mohan, Naresh Iyer, Vijay Prakash and Sivamani.Venue: White PetalsTripuravasiniPalace Grounds

Date: Aug 11 (Thurs)Time: 8.30pmPhoenix plays a unique mix of classic rock with reggae which is sure to enthral the audience. Venue: Hard Rock Cafe40, St Marks RoadT: 080- 41242222

Date: Aug 14 (Sun)Time: 5.45pmKlub Kishore Kumar presents a tribute night to honour the

Musical Night-Oxygen

Phoenix

Aaye Tum Yaad Mujhe

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Bombay BasementDate: Aug 4 (Thurs) Time: 8.30pmA four-piece eclectic band from Mumbai, Bombay Basment's music is a blend of Hip-Hop, Rap, Reggae, Funk and Drum and Bass.Venue: Hard Rock Cafe, 40, St Marks RoadT: 080- 41242222

evergreen singer Kishore Kumar. Singer Chintan Bakiwala and lead guitarist Ramesh Iyer provide an opportunity to relive the old Hindi melodies by the maestro.Venue: Chowdiah Memorial Hall

th16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park ExtensionMalleshwaram, VyalikavalT: 080-23445810, 23443956

Date: Aug 14 (Sun)Time: 5.30pmIt is a mono musical show by Dr. Kumar Vishwas supported by Ramesh Mushkan and Dr. Kavitha Kiran.Venue: Good Shepherd Auditorium,Opp St. Joseph P U College,Residency RoadT: 080-22210534

Date: Aug 14 (Sun) Time: 7pmAlbert Josy Rego brings to you an evening to remember by performing the all time favourites of 50's, 60's and 70's.Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Date: Aug 15 (Mon) Time: 6.30pmThe concert aims at reviving the golden songs by singers Hemant Kumar and Manna Dey.Venue: ADA Ranga MandiraJ C RoadT: 080-22219388, 32901801

Lamhe 2011

Rock Around the Clock

Legends - Maestro Melodies in a Milestone Concert

T: 080-22210534

Date: Aug 28 (Sun)Time: 3.25pmCatch prominent singer Dr. K J Yesudas live in concert at this charity musical recital.Venue: Nimhans Convention Centre (AC Hall)Nimhans Hospital Premises, Hosur RoadT: 080-26995370, 26995372

Date: Saturdays Time: 7pmEnjoy the cha cha cha night every Saturday at Durbar with Cachaca. Recline in the over-size Maharaja sofas, while sipping on bottomless Cachaca Mojitos and tapping your feet to the tunes of DJ Gothika. Venue: DurbarSheraton Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway26/1, Dr. Rajkumar Road, Malleswaram-RajajinagarT: 080-42521000

Days: Thursdays Time: 7pmHead to City Bar and unwind with some retro tunes. DJ Praful will be churning out your favourite music to get you grooving.Venue: The City Bar

nd2 Floor, U B City, Vittal Mallya RoadT: 080-42773636

Day: Saturdays in Aug 'Twist', the vibrant and spunky band will be churning out upbeat music at Highland Nectar. Have a great time listening to covers of your favourite numbers from the likes of Bob Marley, Eric Clapton, Tina Turner, Pink Floyd and the Eagles while sipping onyour world class beverages.Note: Every drink gets you the second one complimentary (offer valid on select brands)Venue: Highland NectarITC Royal Gardenia1, Residency RoadT: 080-22119898

Charity Musical Show

Cha Cha Cha Night

Retro Thursdays

Saturday Sundowners

SHOPPING

Nature Bazaar

Celebrating Ganesha

Annual Sale

Aurora

Date: Aug 5-14 (Fri-Sun)Dastkar, an organisation for craft and craftsmen presents 'Nature Bazaar' which brings together handicrafts and handlooms - weaves, block prints, embroideries, furniture, garments, footwear, home accessories, gift items, folk art and toys from around 120 crafts group from 19 states across the country.Venue: Palace GroundsJayamahal RoadT: 080-65960362, 23611322

Date: Aug 12 (Fri) onwards Time: 10am to 8pmEka's acclaimed annual tribute to the 'God of all things' - on display is an exquisite collection of Ganesha forms in metal, wood, stone, ceramic, fiber, enamel, sand and more.Venue: Eka19, Gangadhar Chetty Road Near Ulsoor LakeT: 080-25544371/25540876/ 9845477648

Date: Aug 12 onwardsCrossword is back with its annual sale where you can avail attractive discounts on books, movies and toys.Venue:All Crossword Outlets

Date: Aug 13 (Sat)Time: 9am-8pmAn exhibition of hand printed stoles created to bring out the best of hand woven silk and artistic explorations by Suhana Medappa with the screen printing process by the PRINT Journal Studio Bangalore.Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagar

Classical Music Concert

Musical: Minstrel's Story

Bridge

Fever Unplugged

Date: Aug 21 (Sun) Time: 6pmThe musical night will witness artist like T M Krishna, H Hemalatha, Kalladaikurichi Shivakumar/ChandrasekharaSharma live in concert.Venue: Unnati CentreTemple Road, NGEF LayoutSadanandanagarT: 080-25384642, 25384443

Date: Aug 21 (Sun) Time: 7pmThe 24-member cast uses the medium of song, narration and dance movements to explore the theme of urban angst that rips apart ways of living when communities are displaced.Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Date: Aug 25 (Thurs)Time: 8.30pmCatch the five-piece Rock, Metal, Instrumental band based in Bangalore live at the cafe. The band glorifies traditions of Classic Rock and Classic Metal.Venue: Hard Rock Cafe40, St Marks RoadT: 080- 41242222

Date: Aug 26 (Fri) Time: 8pmFever Unplugged presents the sensational singer Mohit Chauhan live in concert in Bangalore.Venue: Good Shepherd Auditorium,Opp St. Joseph P U College,Residency Road

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T: 080-41231340

Date: Till Aug 28 (Sun)Get up to a 40% discount and free watches on the purchase of diamond jewellery at the 'Rain and Shine' offer at Gili.Venue: All Gili Outlets

Date: Till Aug 28 (Sun)Avail a discount of 25% on purchase of watches at Esprit as part of their end of season sale.Venue: All Esprit Stores

English

Date: Aug 4-5 (Thurs-Fri) Time: 7.30pmThe play is about a boy named Elling and his roommate, recently released from an isolated institutional life after a long duration. They must convince their social worker to live a free life, though they are apprehensive to live amidst society after so long. Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 5 (Fri) Time: 7.30pmTom Steppard's 'The Real Inspector Hound' is a guaranteed entertainer with a murder plot interwoven with comic scenarios. Inspector Hound is the mastermind behind the whole plot while the police are in search of the madman. The play is as part of the Metroplus Theatre Festival.Venue: Chowdiah Memorial

thHall, 16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park ExtensionMalleshwaram, VyalikavalT: 080-23445810, 23443956

Date: Aug 6-7 (Sat-Sun) Time: 7.30pm, also at 3.30pm on SunHarlesden High Street is an award winning English play that explores the philosophy of home, identity and immigration through the stories of three individuals - Rehaan, Kareem

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Elling

The Real Inspector Hound

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THEATRE

Azad NagarT: +91 9880487682

Bengali

Date: Aug 20 (Sat) Time: 4pm & 7pmThe play is an adaptation of Somerset Maugham's English play 'The Constant Wife'. It portrays the story of Kaninika - a calm and intelligent homemaker and her husband's infidelity – as she finds out he's having an affair with her friend.Venue: ADA Ranga MandiraJ C RoadT: 080-22219388, 32901801

Kannada

Date: Aug 2 (Tue)Time: 7.30pmThe story of a nineteenth century playwright called Bharatendu - who wants to play with death. Written by Prasanna and directed by Venkataramana Aithal the play will be performed by the troupe Theatre Samurai.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2 8th Cross, 2nd Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Simantini

Haddu Meerida Haadi

Heegadre Hege?

Hangaadre

Kaaya-Kalpa

Date: Aug 3 (Wed)Time: 7.30pmDirected by Pramod Shiggaonthis play a comedy based on the humorous writings of T. Sunandamma. It portrays some hilarious incidents in the life of an elderly middle-class couple. Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 9 (Tue)Time: 7.30pmThe play written by S P Mahesh and directed by Prabhakar Rao. It will be performed by the troupe Panchamukhi Natara Samuha.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 10 (Wed)Time: 7.30pmThe play directed by Madhusudan Kanekal and

and Ammi who lives in Harlesden High Street of London. The play which delves with the life and aspirations of working class will be performed by the troupe Indian Ensemble.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 6 (Sat) Time: 7.30pmThe characters of the play are metaphors for longings, failings, happiness, loss and their lives. The play is as part of the Metroplus Theatre FestivalVenue: Chowdiah Memorial

thHall, 16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park Extension Malleshwaram, VyalikavalT: 080-23445810, 23443956

Date: Aug 7 (Sun) Time: 7.30pmThe puppet show Kkok-Du is an adaptation of Korea's traditional puppet and marionette play. The play is as part of the Metroplus Theatre Festival.Venue: Chowdiah Memorial

thHall, 16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park Extension, Malleshwaram, VyalikavalT: 080-23445810, 23443956

Date: Aug 13 & 14 (Sat-Sun) Time: 7.30pmThe story revolves around the lives of those involved in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge.Venue: K H Kala Soudha

th5 Main RoadHanumanth Nagar

Chasing My Mamet Duck

Khok-Du

The Brooklyn Bridge

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By George PICDate: Aug 20 (Sat) Time: 7.30pmDirected by Naseeruddhin Shah, By George is a collection of three short pieces by George Bernard Shaw, 'Village Wooing', 'English Pronunciation' and 'How he lied to her Husband'.Venue: Chowdiah Memorial Hall

th16 Cross, Gayathri Devi Park ExtensionMalleshwaram,VyalikavalT: 080-23445810, 23443956

written by H Dundiraj, will be staged by the troupe Panchamukhi Natara Samuha.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 11-12 & 20 (Thurs-Fri & Sat) Time: 7.30pmThe play written by Vaidehi is based on Shakespeare's Tempest. Directed by Jivanram Sulya it will be performed by troupe from Ranga Shankara in association with Natana.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date:Aug 13-14 (Sat-Sun)Time: 7.30pm The comedy play written and directed by S Surendranath is performed by the troupe Sanket.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 16-17 (Tue-Fri)Time: 7.30pmWritten by Siddalinga Pattanashetty and directed by Krishnamurthy Kavathar this play will be performed by the troupe Ranga Sourabha. Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 18-19 (Thurs-Fri) Time: 7.30pmDirected by Joseph and written by Prasanna this is a satirical take on the autocratic system that existed during the time of the Emergency. The play is performed by the troupe Sanchaya.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 22-26 (Mon-Fri) Time: 7.15pm

Dhaam Dhoom Suntaragaali

Neenaanaadrenaaneenena?

Shastra Parva

Tadroopi

Achanak

story is of Manjannalva, a landlord with large group of loyal workers.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th Cross, II Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 30 (Tue)Time: 7.30pmIt is an unusual story of 3 prisoners who are actually artists. Directed by Krishnamurthy Kavathar and written by Rajguru Hoskote, this will be staged by troupe Satvika.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th Cross, II Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 31 (Wed)Time: 7.30pmThe play presented in the form of a narrative by the troupe Chaswa, deals with an age-old debate of whether life imprisonment is better than death sentence. Venue:At Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th Cross, II Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 21 (Sun)Time: 7.30pm, also at 3.30pmThe one-act one-performer play, directed by Girish Karnad and KM Chaitanya, tells the story of ManjulaNayak, a professor of English literature who has been an unsuccessful writer in Kannada. She finds international acclaim with her novel in English. The play is about her confrontation of her inner self on betraying her own language and identity when she chooses to write in English.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, JP NagarT: 080-26493982

Badaku Jataka Bandi

Pantha

Bikhre Bimb

Hindi

Amrita – A Sublime Love Story

Bump It Up

Bon Voyage

Art & Craft

Date: Aug 26-27 (Fri-Sat)Time: 7.30pmThe play is about the story of a poet, novelist and short story writer, Amrita Pritam's love life brought alive through her writings and inputs from her lifelong companion. Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th CrossII Phase, JP NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 6, 7 & 8 (Sat-Mon)It is a lighting workshop where lighting designer Arghya Lahiri will introduce the basics of theatre lighting. The workshop is spread over three sessions - fundamental tools of lighting design, execution and operation. Learn about standard lamps and their uses, acquire an understanding of lighting systems and rigs, and approaches to designing and executing light plans. Priced at Rs.2000 per head.Venue: JagritiRamagondanahalli,Varthur RoadWhitefieldT: 080-41242879

Date: Aug 6 (Sat) Time: 6.30pmThe workshop is a dance discourse named 'Bon Voyage' by Ashish Khokar who is a critic and scholar.Venue: Alliance Française de BangaloreP.B. 108, Thimmaiah RoadVasanthanagarT: 080-41231340

Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 (Sun)Time: 11.30pm-12.30pmCrossword presents a one hour workshop for children where they can learn various techniques of arts & crafts and create their own works of art.Venue 1: Crossword

th4 BlockKoramangalaT: 080-40929447Venue 2: Crossword74, Sarakki Industrial Area

th15 Cross Road, J P NagarT: 080-41208691, 41208694Venue 3: Crossword

th2981, 5 Cross,

th12 Main, IndiranagarT: 080-25213009

WORKSHOP

This hilarious Kannada comedy play is directed by Ashok Nottur. The story revolves around an Indian family settled abroad, struggling to dealvwith cultural differences.Venue: K V Subbanna Aptha Rangamandira

th151, 7 Cross, Teacher's Colony,

st1 stageKumaraswamy LayoutT: +91 9242523523

Date: Aug 23 (Tue)Time: 7.30pmWritten by Moliere/Bhagavathi M and directed by Suresh Anagalli the Kannada play will be performed by the troupe Aneka.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th Cross, II Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 24 (Wed)Time: 7.30pmKamaladaasa and Mohanadaasa both have their own love affairs. Their fathers want them to marry someone else. The play is about Kunhirama manipulating things to protect the love interests of Kamaladaasa and Mohanadaasa.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th Cross, II Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Date: Aug 25 (Thurs)Time: 7.30pmThe play based on the film 'Ran' by AkiraKurosawa and King Lear by Shakespeare is written by Vasantha Bannadi and directed by Suresh Anagalli.Venue: Ranga Shankara36/2, 8th Cross, II Phase, J P NagarT: 080-26493982

Mitthabailu YamunakkeDate: Aug 28 (Sun)Time: 7.30pm, also at 3.30pmThe play is written by D K Chouta and Basavaraj Suleripalya and directed by Pramod Shiggaon. It is performed by Ranga Nirantara. Mitthabailu means a large land holding in Thulu Nadu. The

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