Pune: Environment Theatre Festival 2025 – Grand Finale Announcement

Pune, 23rd January 2025: Environment Theater Festival 2025 organized by “We the Artists (WTA)”and Presented by “Sumbaran Art Foundation for Art & Culture Trust, Pune” is delighted to announce the 10th Year of the Environment Theatre Festival (ETF) 2025, scheduled for January 25, 2025 timing 9.30am to 3.00pm

This year’s festival, themed “Earth’s Future – Our Responsibility, “subtitles like Underground Heroes- Earthworms, Concrete Jungle- animal migration. (interconnection, interdependence, Honey Bees and Trees (interconnection & interdependence) these topics aim to inspire students to explore the intricate relationships within our ecosystem and highlight the importance of environmental conservation.

 has showcased the remarkable talents of students from 40 schools across Pune, emphasizing the critical issue of environmental sustainability and the urgent need to address climate change through the transformative power of art and culture.

Over the past two days, participating schools delivered 46 compelling theatre performances, engaging over 800 students and presenting more than 1000 +minutes of thought-provoking content. Following the preliminary rounds, 12 outstanding performances have been selected to compete in the grand finale. The festival will take place at Chittaranjan Vatika Garden in Model Colony, providing a natural and organic setting that enhances the connection between the performers, audience, and the environment.

Chief Guest: Mr. Sayaji Shinde (Actor & Environmentalist) who will inspire and motivate the children by his presence.

Guest Of Honour: Dr. Rajendra Bhosale (Pune Municipal Commissioner), and Mrs. Soujanya Veguru (Head Corporate Responsibility Cummins India)

The festival is honored to have esteemed judges from the theatre fraternity, including Mr. Ashutosh Nerlekar and Dr. Sharvari Karnik, who will evaluate the performances during the finale. biodiversity expert and environmental consultant Mr. Srikant Gund will be present as an observer, bringing his valuable perspective to this celebration of environmental awareness through theatre.

About Environment Theater Festival 2025:

ETF is Pune’s pioneering Green Festival which is dedicated towards fostering ownership for the environment among school students.

Finalists:

Theater Session1 (Grades 1–3):

1.Bharati Vidyapeeth English Medium School, Balewadi.

2.Amanora school Hadapsar – New Beginnings in the nature.

3.Navin Marathi Shala.

4.Vikhe Patil Memorial School, Lohegaon- Underground Heroes.

5.City Pride School Nigdi.

6.SPM Public English Medium School.

7. SNBP International school Morwadi.

Theater Session 2 (Grades 4-7):

6 Performances -6Schools

1.SNBP international school Rahatani.

2.City Pride School Nigdi.

3.Amanora school Hadapsar.

4. The Lexicon School,Hadapsar.

5. Vikhe Patil Memorial School, Lohegaon.

6. SPM Public English Medium School.

Abhishek Kawitkar,Founder, “We the Artists (WTA)”, stated, “Students at ETF are encouraged to explore various art forms, taking trees and elements of nature as their canvas of expression. This approach expands their creativity in aspects of theatre production, including music, stage management, and set design, using only recyclable materials as props.” The grand finale promises to be an inspiring festival, highlighting the creativity and environmental consciousness of Pune’s youth.

Festival Details:

•Date: January 25, 2025

•Time: 9:30 AM onwards

•Venue: Chittaranjan Vatika Garden, Model Colony, Pune

•Entry: Free for all

For more information, please contact:

•Email: [email protected]

•Phone: 8600164026

The grand finale not only celebrates young talent but also serves as a platform for collective dialogue and action on environmental responsibility.