Hyderabad Performing Arts Festival 2026

The Hyderabad Performing Arts Festival unfolds as a vibrant celebration where dance, music, and drama converge, bringing beloved book stories to life on stage. Audiences experience the magic of literary tales reimagined through expressive choreography, soulful melodies, and gripping theatrical performances. From classical Indian dance weaving poetic narratives to contemporary drama embodying beloved characters, every act captures the essence of storytelling.

Complemented by live musical scores that echo a book’s emotional rhythm, the festival transforms the page into performance. Held against Hyderabad’s rich cultural backdrop, this festival offers a mesmerizing fusion—where literature’s imagination meets stagecraft in one unforgettable spectacle.

Agenda:

National Anthem & Opening Session

Enigmatic Dance Theatre Performance of TANDAAV

Photoshoot and promo of Kurukshetra - The Anime Graphic Novel

Felicitation & Fireside chat with Mr. Pranav Gupta, VP, Federation of Indian Publishers and author, Mr. Rishabh Dubey

Felicitation and Speaker Session by Dr. Soujanya Pudi, Guest of Honour

Talkshow by Dr. Neelam Verma

Ghazal Rendition MUDDATON BAAD by Dream Weavers Trust & Dr. Neelam Verma

Felicitation of 12th International Literary Awardees 2026-27

Photoshoot and release of the book, Stories from India Season 7.0

Talkshow by Swati Chopra

Talkshow by Rishabh Dubey

Fireside Chat with best selling author, John Robert in conversation with Rishabh Dubey

Talkshow by Vijay Kumar Dhingra

Talkshow by Krishna Mohan Agarwal

​Talkshow by Devajit Bhuyan​

Talkshow by Jairam N Menon

Talkshow by Ruma Paul

​Important Announcements & Closing Session​