# Event Details - **Event Name**: Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: All through March, as part of our International Women’s Day (8th March) celebrations under the “जहान-ए-ज़न – World of Women” series, we continue to rediscover stories and reclaim experiences that stand as powerful testimonies to the women who shaped Indian society — in the past, and in ways that still inspire us today.Tawaif, Thumri aur TehzeebA baithak that delves deep into the lives of Women wiped out of history, through their Stories and their Songs!The Tawaifs were not merely medeival entertainers. They were cultural anchors of their time, shaping Hindustani music, refining language and etiquette, nurturing poetry, influencing courtly aesthetics, and participating in the social and political life of their world. Their mehfils were spaces of intellect, art and agency.And yet, as India moved towards modernity and independence, much of the culture they helped build was absorbed into the national imagination — while the women themselves were erased.This evening is an attempt to sit with that contradiction.Through music, stories and discussions we will celebrate the cultural contributions of the connoisseurs of Indian art forms.The evening will transition from the historical bazaars of Awadh with live musical renditions of thumri, to the recording legacy of Gauhar Jaan and the role of Tawaifs in India's independence, and then to the fictionalised courtesan in cinema: Pakeezah, Mughal-e-Azam, and the enduring figure of Umrao Jaan.The baithak will be co-led by a historian and a musician.Mariyam Siddiqui, guiding historical and cultural conversations, and Dr. Brahmanshi, a PhD in Hindustani Music, leading the musical renderings. Come, join the baithak.Let us remember — through story and song.DAY DATE & TIME: Saturday 7th March 2026 || 5:30 PM OnwardsVENUE: 8ByTheLotus, Top Flr Terrace,8, Kailash Hills, East of KailashNote: The Venue is on 4th floor with no elevator.CHARGES: Rs.1500/- per person ( inclusive of Chai Nashta)DISCOUNTS:Group discounts for groups of 4 and more: 1300/- per person*We discourage participants below the age of 10 from joining this event.FOR QUERIES CALL: 9871181775Note: By attending you agree to being filmed at the venue and content may be used for marketing purposes of Team TBT-DBF - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-delhi/tawaif-thumri-aur-tehzeeb-an-evening-of-music-and-conversations-around-the-courtesans-tickets/80002395504588 - **Event Categories**: performances, meetups, music, art, theatre, literary-art, entertainment, heritage-walk, womens-history-month, live-music, international-womens-day - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 12 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 1300, max: 1500, currency: INR ## Event venue details - **city**: New Delhi - **state**: DL - **country**: India - **location**: East of Kailash - **lat**: 28.5583464 - **long**: 77.2530829 - **full address**: East of Kailash, East of Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi, India ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a562b584680.jpg ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans being held? - **A:** Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans takes place on Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 pm at East of Kailash, East of Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi, India. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans? - **A:** Ticket prices for Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans range from INR 1,300 to INR 1,500 depending on the ticket type. - **Q**: What is the refund policy for Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans? - **A:** Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans offers a full refund on ticket cancellations. DBF Modification/Cancellation Policy:1. Tickets are transferable. Modify bookings via email to explore@delhibyfoot with booking Ref. No.2. Cancel via above Email ID or WhatsApp +91 98711 81775: a. Less than 24 hours from event start: Zero Refunds. b. More than 24 hours from event start: Rs 300/- per person as cancellation fee; rest refunded to your UPI/Bank account OR kept as credit for future walks with DBF/TBT within 90 days.3. Force Majeure: Events proceed despite variations in weather unless there's an "Act of God" (sudden flood, political unrest, riots etc). If our event happens, and if you wish to not join, then 50% is kept as credit for future walks with DBF/TBT within 90 days, if and only if, you have informed us about your absence.4. If DBF cancels/postpones the event, and you can't attend on new date, 100% refund of walk fees Contact the organizer or the ticketing platform to initiate your refund request. - **Q**: Who is organizing Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans? - **A:** Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans is organized by Delhi By Foot. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Delhi By Foot's events? - **A:** Delhi By Foot has 2,900+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Delhi By Foot has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Delhi, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Similar Events - **Event Name**: From Exile to Empire: Rise of the Mughals in India - **Date**: Sun, 12 Apr at 08:00 am - **Venue**: Purana Quila, Mathura Rd, Near Delhi Zoo, J65V+RFH, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, Delhi 110003, India - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-delhi/from-exile-to-empire-rise-of-the-mughals-in-india-tickets/80007171517749 ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "MusicEvent", "name": "Tawaif, Thumri aur Tehzeeb: An Evening of Music & Conversations around the Courtesans", "image": "https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a562b584680.jpg", "startDate": "2026-03-07", "endDate": "2026-03-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/new-delhi/tawaif-thumri-aur-tehzeeb-an-evening-of-music-and-conversations-around-the-courtesans-tickets/80002395504588", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "East of Kailash", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "East of Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi, India", "postalCode": "110054", "addressLocality": "New Delhi", "addressRegion": "DL", "addressCountry": "IN" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "28.5583464", "longitude": "77.2530829" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "All through March, as part of our International Women’s Day (8th March) celebrations under the “जहान-ए-ज़न – World of Women” series, we continue to rediscover stories and reclaim experiences that stand as powerful testimonies to the women who shaped Indian society — in the past, and in ways that sti", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "INR", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-07", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "lowPrice": "1300.00", "highPrice": "1500.00", "price": "1300.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/new-delhi/tawaif-thumri-aur-tehzeeb-an-evening-of-music-and-conversations-around-the-courtesans-tickets/80002395504588" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Delhi By Foot", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/delhi-by-foot/449860", "description": "Experience Delhi, the way a city should be...Walk. 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