5 Live Shows to Catch this Weekend in Mumbai
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Staff Writer- 9 minutes read
The holiday season is here, and while curling up with a mug of hot chocolate and a feel-good movie sounds appealing, it’s time to trade your blanket cocoon for the thrill of live performances. From laugh-out-loud stand-up acts to award-winning theatre productions and soul-stirring music, Mumbai’s stages are buzzing with energy this weekend. Don’t just hear about the magic—step out and experience it firsthand.
Again, With Feelings [Comedy]
Catherine Bohart, the acclaimed Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, brings her sharp wit and personal insights to Mumbai. Known for her hit podcast Trusty Hogs and appearances on Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week, Bohart dives into topics like queer reproduction, death-obsessed parents, and the trials of adulthood in this hilarious, unfiltered show.
Date: December 14, 6.30pm | December 15, 6.30pm
Venue: G5A Warehouse
Pricing: ₹900
Life of Pi [Theatre]
The award-winning stage adaptation of Yann Martel’s Life of Pi makes its India debut at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre. Directed by Max Webster and adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti, the play follows Pi Patel’s extraordinary survival story with lifelike puppetry and stunning sets that bring his lifeboat companions—including a Royal Bengal Tiger—to life. This five-time Olivier Award-winning production is a blend of gripping storytelling and visual spectacle.
Date: December 14, 2.00pm & 7.30pm | December 15, 2.00pm & 6.30pm
Venue: NMACC
Pricing: ₹1,700 – ₹25,000
Comedy Night Fundraiser [Comedy]
Urooj Ashfaq, one of Mumbai’s most exciting comedians, takes the stage at Cat Cafe Studio for a special stand-up performance. A finalist on Queens of Comedy and a rising star in the scene, Urooj brings her unique humour to this fundraiser supporting the care of 30+ rescued senior and disabled cats. All proceeds go directly to the cause.
Date: December 14, 7.00pm
Venue: Cat Cafe Studio
Pricing: ₹700
Letters Of Suresh [Theatre]
Rajiv Joseph’s Letters of Suresh, directed by Feroz Abbas Khan, unfolds entirely through a series of letters exchanged between strangers, friends, and loved ones. Set against the shadow of a war-torn city, the play explores themes of connection, isolation, and hope through these intimate written exchanges. Featuring Palomi Ghosh, Vir Hirani, Radhika Sawhney, and Harshh Singh, this unique production captures the raw beauty of human emotions through the power of the written word.
Date: December 15, 5.00pm & 8.00pm
Venue: Prithvi Theatre
Pricing: ₹500
A Festival of Festive Music [Music]
The Stop-Gaps Cultural Academy’s 41st Festival of Festive Music returns to the NCPA, celebrating the Christmas season with two days of carols and songs. Featuring choirs and ensembles from across India, the event promises traditional and contemporary melodies, starting with a stirring overture and ending in a grand finale. Hosted by the charismatic Karla Singh, this is a must-attend for lovers of holiday music.
Date: December 14, 7.00pm | December 15, 6.30pm
Venue: NCPA Tata Theatre
Pricing: ₹300 – ₹2,000
