UTSAV IV
Date of Performance: 4–6 December 2025
Venue: Victoria Memorial Lawns, Kolkata
KCC is here with some exciting All India Open Calls under AMI Arts Festival (21 Nov – 22 Dec 2025)
UTSAV is Kolkata Centre for Creativity’s signature annual platform celebrating young performing artists. Held in collaboration with Victoria Memorial Hall, the festival brings together talented dancers, musicians, and elocutionists aged 12–25 for a three-day showcase of rhythm, energy, and expression.
Hosted on the majestic lawns of Victoria Memorial, UTSAV 2025 will feature 12 solo and group performances, selected through an open call. These performances will span classical and contemporary forms, judged and mentored by an esteemed panel of artists and critics. The festival opens with a powerful act by Mano Vikas Kendra titled Taal Tarang—an expression of joy, rhythm, and inclusion.
How to Apply
- Applicants must be Indian citizens between 12 and 25 years of age.
- You may apply as an individual or a group, but only one application is allowed per individual/group.
To apply, please email us at education@akst.org.in or library.prog@akst.org.in with:
- Your CV
- A Video Entry (max 3 minutes)
- A Cover Letter
Final presentations must be within 10 minutes.
Selection Process
A passionate jury of acclaimed artists and critics from the fields of Dance, Music, and Theatre will carefully review each application. We’re looking for originality, presence, and promise — but most of all, for joy, courage, and the sheer love of performing.
Deadline to apply: 12th October, 2025.
Showcase Venue: Victoria Memorial, Kolkata
