RAM – Shriram Bhartiya Kala Kendra’s Iconic Dance-Drama

Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra (SBKK) proudly brings back its legendary dance-drama RAM this Sharadiya Navratri, running from 22nd September to 14th October 2025 at the SBKK Open Air Theatre, New Delhi.

For more than six decades, RAM has been one of the most beloved cultural traditions of Delhi, captivating audiences with its moving interpretation of the Ramayana. First staged in 1957 at the request of Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, this production beautifully presents the timeless epic in a powerful two-and-a-half-hour performance.

A Timeless Cultural Experience

• RAM blends classical and folk dance traditions, including Kathakali, Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Chhau, and Kathak.
• The production is accompanied by rich Hindustani music, enhancing both its devotional depth and artistic beauty.
• Over the years, it has travelled to more than 35 countries, received worldwide recognition, and was even performed during the inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir.

Legacy and Direction

Under the vision and direction of Padma Shri Shobha Deepak Singh, Chairperson of SBKK, and with choreography by Shashidharan Nair and Rajkumar Sharma, the presentation continues to honour its legacy while bringing new creative energy to the stage.

As Shobha Deepak Singh shares, “For sixty-seven years, ‘RAM’ has been a shared cultural experience that binds generations together. Each season, we strive to preserve its spiritual and artistic core while bringing fresh nuances to the stage.”

Why You Should Attend

RAM is not just a performance—it is a living tradition passed down through four generations. It is both an artistic masterpiece and a spiritual journey that highlights timeless values of truth, courage, sacrifice, and compassion.

Event Details

• Dates: 22nd September – 14th October 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM daily (Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes)
• Venue:  Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra Open Air Theatre, 1 Copernicus Marg, Mandi House, New Delhi – 110001
• Entry: Ticketed