Guntur Stages World-Class Performances at International Theatre Festival

The International Drama Festival held in Guntur has emerged as a major cultural milestone , reflecting the city’s growing reputation as a hub for performing arts . Addressing the gathering as chief guest, Guntur West MLA Galla Madhavi said the festival represents not just a series of performances but a vibrant cultural movement connecting local creativity with global theatre traditions. The event, hosted at Sri Venkateswara Vignana Mandiram, was jointly organised by the National School of Drama along with Telugu cultural and theatre bodies.

She noted that Guntur witnessing performances by artists of international calibre signals an important artistic evolution for the region. Such festivals, she said, help decentralise major cultural events beyond metros while nurturing regional audiences with exposure to world-class theatre . She lauded organiser Suresh for his dedicated efforts in transforming Guntur into a cultural meeting point.

Praising the play staged during the programme, the MLA described it as deeply natural and emotionally immersive. She observed that the actors truly embodied their roles, creating a powerful audience connection . The emotional intensity on stage, she said, reaffirmed theatre’s strength as a live art form , capable of delivering meaningful social impact . She added that such commitment is essential for sustaining theatre in the digital age.

Highlighting policy perspectives, she affirmed that Andhra Pradesh has always supported arts and artists . Art, she stressed, is not just entertainment but a powerful social medium that preserves heritage and communicates values. Through theatre, dance, and music, Indian culture and traditions have reached global recognition across generations.

The MLA added that festivals of this scale boost cultural tourism , encourage youth engagement , and promote creative exchange through collaboration among artists from different regions and countries.

Congratulating the organisers, she said the festival elevated India’s artistic reputation and enhanced the global standing of Telugu language and culture. She thanked participants and guests from across India and abroad and expressed hope to witness many more such cultural gatherings in the future.