CALENDAR CHENNAI THEATRE & MUSIC
* Event details are correct at the time of printing. However, we encourage readers to call and reconfirm at the venues concerned. Numbers beside each event indicate the date. Events are divided into categories like film, music, etc. Addresses and phone numbers of venues and places mentioned are listed under Venues.
Solo Show May 1 to 12, 1100h On display are a collection of paintings by French artist, Sophie Jo, inspired by daily life with an undertone of humour. Apparao Galleries, No. 7, Wallace Gardens, 3rd Street, Nungambakkam, Chennai Tel: 044 28330726 Group Show May 1 to June 30, 1100h The Affordable Art Show is a platform that encourages new and young artists. The paintings on display are reasonably priced. Vinnyasa Premier Art Gallery, No. 21/11, First Main Road, CIT Colony, Mylapore, Chennai Tel: 044 24982515
Samarpan May 6, 1815h Presented by TVK Cultural Academy and Vipanchee, Samarpan brings together two of India’s veteran classical musicians in a concert: Dr. M.Balamuralikrishna and Pt. Ajoy Chakraborthy. Kamaraj Arangam, No. 492, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai Tel: 044 24349040 Melody Kings May 13, 1815h Melt in the music of India’s evergreen Bollywood hits from famous playback singers – Kishore, Rafi and Mukesh. Presented by Mumbai Cine Musicians and Rangeela Rhythms. Kamaraj Arangam, No. 492, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai Tel: 044 24349040
aRT & EXHIBITION Gem & Jewellery India International Exhibition May 23 to 26, 1000h The seventh edition of this show, which brings both exhibitors and traders under one roof, will feature high-quality, original designs. CTC Complex, Mount Poonamallee High Road, Nandambakkam, Chennai Tel: 044 22316033 Travel & Tourism Fair May 6 and 7, 1000h Planning a trip? Don’t miss the Travel & Tourism Fair. It provides an annual opportunity for organisations from India and abroad to showcase their products and services to a large cross section of traders and consumers in India. Rajah Muthiah Hall, Ethiraj Road, Egmore, Chennai Tel: 044 28553700
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English for Kids May 7 to 25, 1400h Hansel & Gretel is offering a preparation course for the University of Cambridge ESOL YLE Exams for children. These exams provide a reliable measure of how well your child is doing in the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Hansel & Gretel, No. 11, Jagadambal Street, Off Dr. Nair Road, T.Nagar, Chennai Tel: 044 28152549 Summer Camp for Children May 11 to 21, 1000h to 1600h Kalaa Manjari presents full-day workshops for children in phonetics, public speaking, craft, western dance, keyboard and guitar, and more. Kalaa Manjari, No. 6/12, I Street, Venus Colony, Alwarpet, Chennai Tel: 2431 2676, 98402 25570, 90941 01126
FOOD & SHOPPING
IPL Matches May 1 to May 27, 1600h & 2000h No matter which part of India you are in, the IPL mania is sure to hit you. Catch a live match in the city you live in and experience the country’s love for cricket first hand. For the schedule and ticketing details, visit http://www.iplt20.com/schedule Painting Workshop for Children May 12 to 16, 1430h The workshop will cover the basics of sketching and shading using dry pastels, oil pastels, water colours and acrylic paints. Forum Art Gallery, No. 57, 5th Street Padmanabha Nagar, Adyar, Chennai Tel: 044 42115596 Theatre Workshop May 10 to 31, 1000h Camp Neuve presents the fourth season of its theatre workshop for students and youngsters between the ages of 13 and 25. With 15 sessions in theatre, it also teaches other performing art forms like mime, Tai Chi and Folk Theatre. Chettinad Hari Shree Vidyalaya, No.162, Srinivasa Avenue Road, RA Puram, Mandavelli, Chennai Tel: 044 24615264
IPL Live Telecast with satay and grills May 1 to May 27, 1700h to 2300h Indian Premier League live telecast with Satay (marinated bean curd grilled on skewers) & Grills at Pergola, with select unlimited domestic beverages. The Accord Metropolitan, No. 35, GN Chetty Road, Gopalapuram, Chennai Tel: 044 28161000 Sunday BBQ and Beer Brunch May 1 to 30, 1100h Choose from a wide selection of curries, biryanis, momos and salads with your favourite dressings. The brunch comes with a wonderful combination of starters, a wide main course spread and desserts, paired with beer. The highlights are the live stations for barbecue, tandoor, pancakes, waffles and chaat. Hotel Garden Cafe, GRT Radisson, No. 531, GST Road, St. Thomas Mount, Chennai Tel: 044 22310101 Shopping Fest May 1 to May 31, 1000h to 1930h Shilpi presents ‘Amritaa – Colours of India’, a new collection of vibrant stoles and dupattas, paired best with white and off-white kurtis. Shilpi, No. 29, C.P. Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet, Chennai Tel: 044 24988303