# Theatre in Chennai | Plays, Drama & Show Tickets

- **Subtitle**: Find theatre in Chennai — plays, drama, musicals and stage shows. Browse the latest productions by date and venue and book your tickets.
- **Category**: Theatre
- **Display Name**: Theatre events
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## About

Attending a theatre workshop could be tremendous fun and an absolute stress buster. Be it improv, musicals, open mics, screening or performing arts in Chennai, we have got it all covered. If you wish to step into the world of theatre and want to learn acting or storytelling, you can even register for theatre workshops happening in Chennai. Express and Impress and Collaborate with the theatre artists and hone your skills by simply attending a few theatre events every week or during weekends. Find out the best theatre events in Chennai. You will be surprised to find yourself locked in a laughter riot with your friends.

## Theatre Events in Chennai

- **Event Name**: Naamelaam Athan Mele - Karpanai Kudhirai's Latest Play
  - **Description**: At its core, Naamelaam Adhan Meley is a psychological exploration of desire, guilt, identity and the ways individuals rationalize their own choices. This is for audience interested in a thought provoking and immersive theatre experience,
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 08:30 pm (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chennai/naamelaam-athan-mele-karpanai-kudhirais-latest-play-tickets/80002532415931
  - **Venue**: AF Madras
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  - **Price**: INR 99 to 1,199
  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: A cup for everyone - An anthology of short plays
  - **Description**: It's an anthology of 8 English short plays - stories that unfold in a coffee shop!
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 03:00 pm (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chennai/a-cup-for-everyone-an-anthology-of-short-plays-tickets/80003670384660
  - **Venue**: AF Madras
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  - **Price**: INR 350 to 500
- **Event Name**: Acting and theatre skills workshop
  - **Description**: About the FacilitatorsTheertha Mohan and Vipinlal are cine actors, acting coaches, and proud alumni of the National School of Drama (NSD).Both were recipients of the prestigious Diamond Jubilee Fellowship in Thea
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 11 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Oct 11 2026 at 12:30 pm (+05:30)
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  - **Venue**: Voice Culture Studio: Maduravoyal, Chennai
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, Workshops, Entertainment, performances
- **Event Name**: OVERSMARTGIRI by Aditya Gundeti
  - **Description**: This is one of a kind show which is a combination of standup, storytelling along with character comedy. Come witness some crazy stuff as Aditya takes you on a ride with his funny stories. This show will be closed by Vikas PT Sir: a
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Dec 13 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun Dec 13 2026 at 08:00 pm (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chennai/oversmartgiri-by-aditya-gundeti/3900030720750301
  - **Venue**: Medai - The Stage, Alwarpet: Chennai
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  - **Categories**: comedy, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Olivier Giraud Live - India Tour
  - **Description**: After winning over more than 800,000 spectators worldwide and generating more than 400 million views across social media, Olivier Giraud is coming to India with his cult hit show for a very special mission: to train you to become perfect Parisians!
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Feb 14 2027 at 06:00 pm (+05:30)
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  - **Venue**: Venue To Be Announced: Chennai
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, comedy

## Trending Events in Chennai

- **Event Name**: India Retail investors Expo & Conference
  - **Description**: The India Retail Investors Expo (IRIE) 2026 is a dedicated exhibition and conference focused exclusively on personal finance and wealth-building for retail investors in India.Key Details & FormatPurpose:
  - **Venue**: IIT Madras Research Park, MGR Film City Road, Kanagam, Tharamani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- **Event Name**: Naamelaam Athan Mele - Karpanai Kudhirai's Latest Play
  - **Description**: At its core, Naamelaam Adhan Meley is a psychological exploration of desire, guilt, identity and the ways individuals rationalize their own choices. This is for audience interested in a thought provoking and immersive theatre experience,
  - **Venue**: AF Madras
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- **Event Name**: Sorry For Your Loss: An Evening of Storytelling with Soda
  - **Description**: Dearly beloved,House of T regrets to announce an evening of experimental storytelling by Soda, a stand-up comic, on Sunday, 25 October.This is Soda's first purely storytelling set.The service
  - **Venue**: House of T
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- **Event Name**: GLOBAL STARTUPS CLUB l STARTUP NETWORKING CHENNAI 2026
  - **Description**: GLOBAL STARTUPS CLUB l STARTUP NETWORKING CHENNAI 2026Innovate. Network. Execute. WHAT YOU GAIN FROM THE MEET? Networking accessesBusiness Speed Dating
  - **Venue**: Annular Technologies
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- **Event Name**: Chennai Juniorthon 2026 - 5th Edition
  - **Description**: Chennai Juniorthon – 5th Edition | Children’s Day SpecialCelebrate Children’s Day with Chennai Juniorthon – Kids Run, now in its 5th Edition! This fun-filled event encourages childr
  - **Venue**: NEHRU PARK Sports Development Authority of Tamilnadu
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- **Event Name**: MSME Business Summit 2026 | Chennai
  - **Description**: MSME Business Summit 2026 | ChennaiThe MSME Business Summit 2026 aims to empower the Indian MSME sector by fostering connections knowledge sharing and growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises across the country.
  - **Venue**: Holiday Inn Chennai Omr It Expressway by IHG
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- **Event Name**: Communication Breakthrough - Speak with confidence + Master Public Speaking
  - **Description**: The No. 1 skill needed for 21st century is COMMUNICATION (Survey by Economics times Feb. 2019) Communication skills are needed to speak and communicate appropriately with a wide variety of people
  - **Venue**: Superbhumans
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- **Event Name**: CHILDRENS DAY CHESS TOURNAMENT
  - **Description**: We are happy to announce that the Orchids International School & Sportena Academy jointly presents, Childrens Day Chess Tournament to be held on 14th November, 2026.  All school students / academy students are invited to showcase thei
  - **Venue**: ORCHIDS The International School - CBSE School in Manapakkam, Manapakkam Main Road, Theresa Nagar, Kolapakkam, Tamil Nadu, India
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- **Event Name**: Chennai Freelancers Monthly Meetup - October 2026
  - **Description**: Chennai Freelancers Monthly Meetup - October 2026About EventChennai Freelancers Club (CFC) is an open community for freelancers, solopreneurs, and startup founders. We’re on
  - **Venue**: CEG, Sardar Patel Road, Anna University, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Theatre events in Chennai?
  - **A:** Naamelaam Athan Mele - Karpanai Kudhirai's Latest Play (Sun Oct 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at AF Madras), A cup for everyone - An anthology of short plays (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 03:00 pm at AF Madras), Acting and theatre skills workshop (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 10:00 am at Voice Culture Studio: Maduravoyal, Chennai), OVERSMARTGIRI by Aditya Gundeti (Sun Dec 13 2026 at 06:30 pm at Medai - The Stage, Alwarpet: Chennai), Olivier Giraud Live - India Tour (Sun Feb 14 2027 at 06:00 pm at Venue To Be Announced: Chennai).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Chennai today October 11, 2026?
  - **A:** Acting and theatre skills workshop (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 10:00 am at Voice Culture Studio: Maduravoyal, Chennai).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Chennai this weekend October 9–11, 2026?
  - **A:** Acting and theatre skills workshop (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 10:00 am at Voice Culture Studio: Maduravoyal, Chennai).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Chennai in October 2026?
  - **A:** Naamelaam Athan Mele - Karpanai Kudhirai's Latest Play (Sun Oct 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at AF Madras), A cup for everyone - An anthology of short plays (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 03:00 pm at AF Madras), Acting and theatre skills workshop (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 10:00 am at Voice Culture Studio: Maduravoyal, Chennai).
- **Q**: How can I find Theatre events in Chennai?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Theatre events in Chennai on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Theatre events in Chennai?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Theatre events in Chennai?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Theatre events in Chennai include AF Madras, Voice Culture Studio: Maduravoyal, Chennai, Medai - The Stage, Alwarpet: Chennai.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Theatre events in Chennai?
  - **A:** Prices for Theatre events in Chennai range from INR 99 to INR 1,199. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Theatre events in Chennai?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Theatre events in Chennai include Karpanai Kudhirai, Poochu's, Event Navigator.
- **Q**: Are there any online Theatre events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Theatre events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Theatre events in Chennai?
  - **A:** Follow the Theatre category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Theatre events are listed in Chennai.

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