Kalakaar Trust

The Kalakar Trust is a non-government organisation that concentrates on working with poor artists living in the slums of Delhi and other such areas. Founded in 1992 by Sterre Sharma, a painter, and her sister, Dr. Mei Zegers, the Trust has grown to benefit over 5000 people (approximately 2600 families) most of whom are performing street artistes like puppeteers, magicians, musicians, and acrobats. The Trust sponsors and coordinates programs through which experienced folk artists train children, youngsters and adults.

Items performed

Long Man -This is an art of the Nut, in which a man ties long bamboo sticks to his feet and walks around in melas to entertain people.
Artist:Billu Bhaat
Welcome Puppet- In this item artists put masks on their faces and stand with dhols at the entrance of a mela, in order to welcome guests.
Artist: Vicky Bhaat, Subhash Bhaat
Puppet Show- This is a traditional Rajasthani folk dance in which puppeteers use their puppets to entertain their audiences.
Artist:Rajesh Bhaat, Sunil Bhaat, Rajinder, Vicky Bhaat
Magic Show- In this item magicians show their magic tricks on stage. Most of these performers used to be street magicians earlier, but now, thanks to a 'Kalakar Magic Club' they are able to travel to different places to put up their performances.
Artist: Zamir, Hussan Mohd.
Behrupiya - This is the name used to describe a man who dresses up like a clown or a monkey to entertain the audience.
Artist:Roop Singh

* Programme subject to change

Venue: NSD Premises Bahawalpur House, Bhagwandas Road, ND-1
Enquiry: 011-23389054 (23389402, 23382821 Ext. 37)