Aabaha Awarded ‘Project Grant’ from Georgia Council for the Arts
 

Aabaha, founded in 2019 by a collective of theater enthusiasts based in the Greater Metro Atlanta has been awarded a Project Grant from Georgia Council for the Arts, a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, for fiscal year 2025.

“The GCA grant is a wonderful recognition for us and gives us the opportunity to make our dreams into reality. We started this theater and art festival in hopes to connect the stories brought forward through its theater and art from the Indian subcontinent community to a much larger and widespread mainstream audience. At the same time, we also wanted to bring to Atlanta the diverse work in this field that is happening throughout the United States of America. And hence this year we have four local Metro Atlanta Theatre groups and three out of state Theater groups from Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia performing together during this festival. We believe that only through sharing our stories we can create shared experiences that bind us together,” says Kallol Nandi, Founder and Director of Aabaha.


Aabaha is hosting Aabaha Art and Theater Festival 2024 (AATF 2024) on August 10 & 11 at Eagle Theatre, Sugar Hill. Theater groups participating this year are Aabaha, Atlanta Theater Workshop, Abhinayam, Dhoop Chaoon from Metro-Atlanta area and Chicago Natyagosthi, Enad ( Boston), Kushilob (Philadelphia).

The GCA Project Grant helps fund single art projects like art exhibits, theater productions, a series of children’s workshops, an artist residency, or may be used for capacity-building projects, such as developing a strategic plan or providing professional development. As part of this year’s Project awards, 45 entities in 19 counties will receive more than $350,000 in funding.


“Arts funding improves quality of life, and Georgia Council for the Arts is excited to help our arts communities fund projects that help solve community challenges, bring people together, and support small businesses,” said Georgia Council for the Arts Director Tina Lilly. “Our arts communities continue to foster economic and cultural vitality, and we are grateful to the Georgia General Assembly for providing this support.”

Aabaha Art and Theater Festival 2024 is an immersive cultural experience that aims to showcase the diversity and richness of the Indian Subcontinent's theater. Bringing together renowned theater groups across the United States, the festival promises a two-day extravaganza of captivating performances, interactive sessions, and cultural celebration. The event culminates in a Seminar and Panel Discussion, fostering a greater understanding and appreciation for the diverse heritage of the Indian Subcontinent.

Furthermore, the festival extends its cultural celebration by showcasing a captivating array of paintings and crafts created by local artists. Attendees, including participants, delight in the art show alongside the theatrical performances. The exhibition hall transforms into a dynamic space for engaging discussions and networking. This harmonious blend of visual arts and theater enhances the overall festival experience, fostering a shared appreciation for creativity and culture.

Find out more about the event and the organization at https://www.aabaha.org/