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Lamakaan has been open since 2010. Here are the events held since then, month by month, and the recordings of talks and performances on our YouTube channel.

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Events in December 2013

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XL's Stand-up Comedy Evening
Sun Dec 1, 5:00 PM
Swetha Kotichintala; Prateik Asrani
One hour of encounter with the realities of everyday life with apna Hyderabadis, in an angle which'll comfort that aneurysm in your head :P
Followed by open mic - where you could vent out 'bout anything, right from your khadoos boss, to your partne ... Read More »
THE WORDS OR DEATH : Docu film
Sun Dec 1, 7:00 PM
DOCUMENTARY CIRCLE OF HYDERABAD
The Word or Death is an investigation into the dangerous links between politics and religion, between religions and sciences. How can the same words from the Bible or the Koran incite hatred, murder and sacrifice and also light the way to wisdom and ... Read More »
A film on Legendary Singer Jikki
Wed Dec 4, 7:00 PM
Saichand T
Krishnaveni, popularly known as Jikki, began her career as a child artist in 1943 and played a minor role in a Telugu movie named Panthulamma. She was slowly being noted for her musical prowess and the lilting mellifluous voice although she did not g ... Read More »
Discovering more - Paintings
Fri Dec 6, 4:00 PM
Anjum Ziaee and Sudha Kolluru
A week-long painting exhibition where we exhibit what we have enjoyed painting. Its varied and not necessarily fits into any particular genre.

"The paintings are by Sudha Kolluru a passionate, born artist who loves to dwell into the mystic beauty ... Read More »
2 Day Workshop on paper quilling
Sat Dec 7, 10:30 AM
Sreepriya
This is an craft work done using colorful paper strips.The strips are rolled in different shapes to make various patterns. These are also used for decorative purposes.

For Registration: 7702440898 (Sree Priya) Read More »
Workshop on one stroke painting
Sat Dec 7, 1:00 PM
Sreepriya
This is a form of painting which can be done on all surfaces - using different types of brush strokes. Most of the designs are floral. This is an easy painting technique which even an amateur can also learn and implement.

For Registrations: SreePr ... Read More »
Discussion with CEOS
Sat Dec 7, 2:00 PM
Manoj Surya
We are making a discussion with new entrepreneurs with successful entrepreneurs Read More »
P.S I don't Love you - 1st show
Sat Dec 7, 6:00 PM
Wemove Theatre
A romantic comedy in English, this play revolves around characters brilliantly common and distinct at the same time. Get ready
for your "This is so me!" moment. Written and Directed by Abhishek Iyengar, the play revolves around ‘A couple’ everyone
... Read More »
P.S I don't Love you - 2nd Show
Sat Dec 7, 7:30 PM
Wemove Theatre
A romantic comedy in English, this play revolves around characters brilliantly common and distinct at the same time. Get ready
for your "This is so me!" moment. Written and Directed by Abhishek Iyengar, the play revolves around ‘A couple’ everyone
... Read More »
Workshop on paper quilling
Sun Dec 8, 10:30 AM
Sreepriya
This is an craft work done using colorful paper strips.The strips are rolled in different shapes to make various patterns. These are also used for decorative purposes.

For Registration: 7702440898 (Sree Priya) Read More »
LARC Eyeball Meet
Sun Dec 8, 10:30 AM
Lamakaan Amateur Radio Club
A day long, free discussion and workshop event around electronics and radio. Read More »
Workshop on one stroke painting
Sun Dec 8, 1:00 PM
Sreepriya
This is a form of painting which can be done on all surfaces - using different types of brush strokes. Most of the designs are floral. This is an easy painting technique which even an amateur can also learn and implement.
Read More »
HWMF-Listening Post
Sun Dec 8, 4:00 PM
Hyderabad Western Music Foundation
Hyderabad Western Music Foundation invites you to

28th Listening Post – The Bass Groove

The bass player has an extremely important role in jazz, one that is perhaps not appreciated as much as it should. He holds on to the rhythm and the chord ... Read More »
Anjali Devi - A docu on Legend
Sun Dec 8, 7:00 PM
Sristi Films
Anjali Devi is well known for her mythological role as Lava Kusha and roles in movies like Suvarna Sundari and Anarkali. In Hindi cinema, she is better known for her roles in 'Devta' opposite Gemini Ganeshan and 'Sati Savitri' opposite Mahipal and 'B ... Read More »
pARTy 2013
Thu Dec 12, 4:00 PM
Nouveauart


pARTy 2013 will be your chance to view and purchase works of select regional artists, many of whom rarely exhibit in Hyderabad.
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The Infamous Five
Sat Dec 14, 7:00 PM
Vaishali Bisht
Vaishali Bisht's Theatre Workshop brings to you the culmination of a 2 weekend theatre workshop with Adults exploring the various processes involved in theatre making. The event is a collage of 5 plays by the participants of the workshop : A Streetca ... Read More »
Bapu drawing - fun for Kids
Sun Dec 15, 2:00 PM
BNIM
Lamakaan invites children of all ages for a Caricature/Drawing/Painting/sketching/illustration/cartoonist talent show event on the birthday of Bapu - the famous Filmmaker, artist.

Bapu introduced a painting style of simple bright colors. His uniqu ... Read More »
Bapu - Great Director, Painter
Sun Dec 15, 4:00 PM
Saichand T
Paying a tribute to Bapu, great Indian film director, music artist, painter, illustrator, cartoonist, and designer. He was awarded the Padma Shri, for his contribution to Indian art and cinema. He has won two National Film Awards, five Andhra Pradesh ... Read More »
Sposato Brothers from NY - Live
Sun Dec 15, 7:30 PM
HWMF
Hyderabad western Music Foundation presents "The Sposato Brothers" on Trumpet, Sax and vocal, we are in for a very special evening!

Sposato Borthers comprise of Milo and Julian, the twin sons of Frankie Blue Sposato. They began formal piano lesson ... Read More »
Because Our Cause is Just -Film
Tue Dec 17, 6:30 PM
Asmita Resource Centre for Women
The movie would be on Violence Against Women. The movie: 'Because Our Cause is Just is an eye-opening documentary about the struggle of women in countries experiencing the so-called “Arab Spring.” Begun as a civil movement of women and men seeking hu ... Read More »
Waiting for Godot
Wed Dec 18, 7:30 PM
Navrang IMT Hyderabad
Its an absurd comedy written by Samuel Beckett.

Two men, Vladimir and Estragon, meet near a tree. They converse on various topics and reveal that they are waiting there for a man named Godot. While they wait, two other men enter. Pozzo is on his w ... Read More »
ISMAT-EK AURAT
Thu Dec 19, 7:30 PM
Sutradhar
SUTRADHAR
Presents
ISMAT – EK AURAT
(A collage of Ismat Chugtai’s three short works)
Directed by
Vinay Varma
At
Lamakaan
On
19th December, 2013, 7.30 pm
Entry ₹ 100/-
Available @ Sutradhar (9848052541), and online with www.bookmyshow.com ... Read More »
FLEA af'FAIR' - (Flea market)
Sat Dec 21, 10:30 AM
Supreeta Amancherla
An all day bazaar where creative entrepreneurs would exhibit their goods.A bazaar open to every age group. A family deal. With live music by extremly talented young artists and bands who lack promotion and ears to listen to their song playing all day ... Read More »
Samahaara Wknd Theatre Workshop
Sat Dec 21, 10:30 AM
Samahaara
Samahaara Weekend Theatre Workshop

Dates: December 21st - February 09th 2014
Duration: 8 Weekends
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm, Saturday & Sunday
Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad.
Ages : 14 Yrs and Above

Workshop Director: Rathna Shek ... Read More »
Sec.377-Against order of nature?
Sat Dec 21, 4:00 PM
Sri Krupa
On 11 December 2013, the Supreme Court of India ruled homosexuality to be a criminal offence setting aside the 2009 judgement given by the Delhi High Court.

This is an interactive open discussion on understanding Chapter XVI, Section 377 of the In ... Read More »
Learn how to learn - A Talk
Sat Dec 21, 4:00 PM
The Integral School
A talk about creative learning strategies for the future by Mr. Partho Sanyal.

This session is a dialogue on learner-centred education and discusses methods of independent creative learning as the emerging mode of learning in progressive schools t ... Read More »
Finding Nemos LIBIDO - 1st Show
Sat Dec 21, 6:30 PM
Chaitanya Varad
The Makers of "Sex,Likes & Pokes", "Love,Sex & Mocha", "WHats up with Indian Men??","!2 inches" present "Finding Nemo's LIBIDO.This is a story of a man who finds himself at a loss. His libido runs rampant but he doesn`t get the chance to do the same. ... Read More »
Finding Nemos LIBIDO - 2nd Show
Sat Dec 21, 8:00 PM
Chaitanya Varad
The Makers of "Sex,Likes & Pokes", "Love,Sex & Mocha", "WHats up with Indian Men??","!2 inches" present "Finding Nemo's LIBIDO.This is a story of a man who finds himself at a loss. His libido runs rampant but he doesnt get the chance to do the same. ... Read More »
Translation as Creative Writing
Sun Dec 22, 10:30 AM
Madhu Kaza
A fun, interactive 3 day FREE workshop for anyone interested in learning more about languages and creative writing. Whether you are a seasoned translator or someone who simply enjoys reading and engaging other cultures, this workshop will expose you ... Read More »
Breaking Rivers - Some thoughts
Sun Dec 22, 10:30 AM
Organization for Nation's Empowerment
Proposed division of AP has raised many issues. One of the keenly Proposed division of AP has raised many issues. One of the keenly contested issues is river water sharing. How will future states share water resources in Andhra Pradesh? How do we und ... Read More »
Underdog's Standup Comedy Noon
Sun Dec 22, 12:30 PM
Chaitanya Varad
Bangalore stand up comedian Vamsidhar and stand up comics from Hyderabad come together to give you one hour of funny this Sunday noon. Pick up your brunch, sit back & See them talk about corporate, lingerie, relationships, Hyderabad men and other thi ... Read More »
Listening Post-Community singing
Sun Dec 22, 4:00 PM
Hyderabad Western Music Foundation
Hyderabad Western Music Foundation invites you to

Workshop on Community Singing
Sharing Music – Creating Harmony

What is Community Music? How can we use music as a tool to connect people together and create the sense of a community?
We will ... Read More »
Mooki -Dance theatre performance
Sun Dec 22, 5:30 PM
Veena Basavarajaiah
Mooki is a dance-theatre production incorporating dialogue, dance, music, movement, sign language and silence.

Mooki, the kannada word for mute is the title of the piece that is inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's short story Subha. The story revol ... Read More »
Janapada Brahma Vittalacharya
Sun Dec 22, 7:30 PM
Saichand T
B.Vittala Acharya was a popular director and producer of Telugu and Kannada movies. He is called Janapada Brahma in the Telugu Film Arena.

In 1954, he produced and directed Kanya Daana a revolutionary film for that time. Wishing to Remake the sam ... Read More »
The Plays That Went Wrong
Tue Dec 24, 8:00 PM
Grim Pumpkin Theater
Grim Pumpkin Theater brings to you four contemporary absurd plays. They are funny, they are sarcastic, sometimes inclusive, at times isolated. They make you laugh, and they laugh back at you. And they definitely went wrong at some point. Three of the ... Read More »
Raaga elements in Popular Music
Wed Dec 25, 6:00 PM
K L Pandey
Lamakaan invites you to an evening of unearthing RAGA ELEMENTS IN HINDI FILM MUSIC - A presentation by sri K.L.Pandey who wrote a book aptly titled HINDI CINE-SANGEET RAGOPAEDIA.

With the first Hindi talkie movie ‘Alam Ara’ in 1931, songs were in ... Read More »
The Tankbund Blues Band
Thu Dec 26, 7:30 PM
Som Nandivada
An Evening of Reunion - The Tankbund Blues Band is getting back On The Road.
Remember when we had so much fun, out at those happy trails? It's that time again.
The Tankbund Blues Band - it's a whisper from the past in a way, but the nth harmonics c ... Read More »
Two comedy shows in one evening
Fri Dec 27, 7:00 PM
Koshish Theatre Group- Ali Ahmad
Koshish Theatre Group presents Two Award Winning Comedies with a Serious Message! "Rickshaw Wale ka Sapna" deals with issues of Speeding, Drunken Driving and Breaking Traffic Rules viewed from Parlok in the company of Yama and "Praja Nahi Nagrik Hai ... Read More »
Stage Shastra : Theatre Workshop
Sat Dec 28, 10:30 AM
Krysh Gopal
Basic Theatre and Acting. Weekend Workshop

Stage Shastra conducts theatre workshops over a period of five weekends on Saturdays & Sundays. This workshop culminates in an informal show by the participants. After the workshop and the show, the par ... Read More »
Pain Relief Care - A RangDe talk
Sat Dec 28, 2:30 PM
Naresh Bogavaram
Pain Relief Care or Palliative Care – A means to end the suffering -

Living with, life-limiting illnesses such as cancer, paralysis, dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, AIDS, heart and kidney failure is usually a devastating experience. The pain and tr ... Read More »
Fire vs. Bus No. 0963
Sat Dec 28, 7:30 PM
Underdog Entertainment
On October 12, 2013 a bus from Bangalore to Hyderabad caught fire and 45 passengers were killed in the burning inferno. This play tells the story of few passengers in that bus. It also looks into the story of chirag who was supposed to be in that b ... Read More »
Blood Donation Camp
Sun Dec 29, 10:30 AM
Street Cause RISBM
Blood Bonation Camp in association with NTR blood bank. We are the students of street cause risbm(https://www.facebook.com/StreetCauseRisbm) a branch of street cause hyderabad (streetcause.org. we have done many events in various places, now we were ... Read More »
Padmabhushan P Leela - Singer
Sun Dec 29, 7:30 PM
Saichand T
Porayathu Leela, better known as P. Leela, was a popular Indian playback singer. She was awarded Padma Bhushan posthumously in 2006.

Starting at the age of 13, she has sung about 5000 film songs in all the South Indian languages Tamil, Telugu, Mal ... Read More »
Miya-Biwi
Tue Dec 31, 8:00 PM
Udaan Performing Arts
Adapted from the original Marathi Play ``Shri Tashi Sau``, written by Yogesh Soman into Hindustani by Saurabh Gharipurikar. This is a story about a Hyderabadi couple going to court to nullify their nuptials by divorcing each other for the final time. ... Read More »