Things to do in and around Mumbai this week
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Small is beautiful
What's the dream that you're going to chase? When was the last time you lay on grass and watched the sky? This and further questions occurred as we watched the self-funded animation short, Fox and the Whale. Every shot is beautiful and, when we tried to find meaning, there was enough and more of it. Take 12 minutes out and watch this. It will make the wait for the Uber better. Also, let us know if you laughed at 6.08 minutes.
The perfect drape
If you are a sari hoarder, then recently-launched thesariseries.com is Where you should be spending a lot of your time. The digital anthology currently has over 89 'how-to-drape' videos, and it's guaranteed to have you hooked. For those who don't love experimenting too much, you can learn how to perfect the knot and the pleats and Gyanodanandini Tagore's Nivi drape, now the most recognised style worn across the globe. Those who'd like to push boundaries, there are more than 80 other drapes to choose from.
Texture wise
Kaushik Saha's first solo exhibition at Galerie Mirchandani + Steinruecke inâu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Colaba has found much admiration from the community since it opened earlier this month. The texture of the paintings and their aesthetic appeal is what makes us recommend his show, Order of the Age. The larger works should be of special interest, and if you are a young collector, this is Where you should be headed before the show closes on November 4.
Sunday driver
Dig into a biryani
12 PM – 11.45 PM: Too lazy to cook over the weekend? Head to Bombay Biryani's new outlet in Andheri and relish some lip-smacking biryanis, curries and kebabs. The spices for the dishes are specially sourced from the renowned Khari Boali, Delhi, leaving you with a flavourful aftertaste.
Where: Bombay Biryani, Shop 1A, Guru Nagar, Building 1, JP Road, 4 Bungalows, 4 Bungalows
Entry: R1,400
Call: 9833636112
Relish a grilled prawn risotto
10.30 AM – 12.30 AM: Head out for a post-Diwali food bash at Cafe Bar and library Mockingbird Café, which has rustled up a special flavoursome festive menu for the season. From the grilled prawn risotto to kheema sali pao, Moroccan charmoula chicken wrap, Souvlaki, and Thai spicy lamb balls, there's a lot to choose from.
Where: Mockingbird Cafe Bar, 80, Veer Nariman Road, Churchgate
Entry: R200
call: 60226023
Groove to salsa
9.30 PM: Why spend the weekend lazying around, when you can learn salsa? Learn basic techniques, flexibilities, and postures of the social dance under the guidance of a trained instructor, who will teach you to groove like a pro. You will also get a pint of beer on the house to keep you refreshed and hydrated.
Where: Summer House Café, Mathuradas Mill Compound, NM Joshi Marg, Lower Parel
Entry: R200
Call: 33951631
Down a mirchi bomb shot
11 AM – 11 PM: Sip into pataka cocktails — perfect for the festive weekend. From the mirchi bomb to thechakri cocktail with beer, these drinks will get your belly cracking.
Where: Madeira and Mime, Lake Blvd Rd, Powai
Call: 8828217070
Attend an art show on tribals
11 AM –7 PM: Catch the works of renowned late artist Dr DB Pardeshi at a new exhibition in the city. The present series of artworks exemplifies Pardeshi's unique thoughtful perceptions about the emotional aspects of many tribal folk in different regions of India. Pardeshi's experiments with oil and watercolour showcase their lives with great empathy. From catching hens and making cowdung cakes to the simple pleasures of watching the moon, the bucolic life represented in his paintings, bring to mind stories from the past.
Where: Jehangir Art Gallery, 161B, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kala Ghoda Call: 22843989
Get cosplay ready
11 AM – 2 PM: Yet to decide on your cosplay costume for this year's Comic Con. Fear not. Doolally Taprooms is conducting a superhero and fandom-themed workshop, Where you will learn to make your own costume from scratch. Choose a character — either Han Solo or Leia Organa — and put your crafting caps on.
Where: Doolally Taproom, 1st Floor, 135 Kwality House, Kemp's Corner
Entry: Rs 2,000
Call: 7400171638
Paint the galaxy
12 Pm – 2 pm: Attend a workshop, Where you will learn to use water colours to create a painting of the galaxy. In the end, you will have your own piece of wall art. All art materials will be provided.
Where: Doolally Taproom, Near Fun Republic Mall, Off New Link Road, Andheri West
Entry: Rs 1,400
To book: 8999344265
Catch an epic love story
8 PM: If you missed your chance to catch Feroz Abbas Khan's Mughal-e-Azam, there's some good news. Khan's spectacular stage musical, which tells the timeless love story of Prince Salim and the courtesan Anarkali, is once again being staged in the city. With the glamour of Manish Malhotra costumes and expertise from Broadway, the production promises to be an exhilarating experience.
Where: Jamshed Bhabha Theatre: NCPA, Nariman Point
Entry: R500- 8,500
To book: in.bookmyshow.com
Go for a heritage walk
5.30 PM: Join fellow history buffs for a leisurely stroll around Mumbai's bustling art district, Kala Ghoda, and explore the several architectural landmarks that were prevalent in the old colonial town. The Knesset Eliyahoo, the old Jewish synagogue, and the Rhythm House will be among the places you will get to see.
Meeting point: Kala Ghoda
Entry: R500
To book: www.awestrich.com
Attend a photo workshop
Oct. 29, 8 AM: Capture the beauty of the past with a unique photo workshop at the Elephanta Island. The caves at the heritage site present great opportunities to photographers to capture the rock architecture and exquisite carvings, which date back to over thousands of years. The session will include a unique blend of history with the art of photography. You will be taught various creative ways to use aperture, shutter speed and ISO controls on a DSLR. Carrying a camera is a must.
Meeting point: Gateway of India, Colaba
Call: 9930888483
To book: www.dcpexpeditions.com
Get Halloweird!
Oct. 29, 5 – 8 PM: Take your kid to a fun science workshop, Where they can bring all the halloweeny wonders to life. The session will involve making fake blood brew, a Halloween-themed punch, and even experiments with fizzy potions and explosions. In the end, you will get to enjoy a Hogwarts-style witch show.
Where: Hungry Minds, 3rd Floor, A Wing, JB Nagar Circle, Andheri East
Call: 9930888483
Entry: Rs 750
Go for a heritage walk
5.30 PM: Join fellow history buffs for a leisurely stroll around Mumbai's bustling art district, Kala Ghoda, and explore the several architectural landmarks that were prevalent in the old colonial town. The Knesset Eliyahoo, the old Jewish synagogue, and the Rhythm House will be among the places you will get to see.
Meeting point: Kala Ghoda
Entry: R500
To book: www.awestrich.com
Order of the day
23 Monday
Attend an open mic
7 pm onwards: It has been eight years since this open mic titled Caferati started, making it the city's longest running open mic of its kind. Performers can choose from English, Hindi, Marathi and Urdu. From poetry to monologues, to self-written songs, it's an open field out there.
Where: Prithvi Theatre, Janki Kutir, Juhu Church Road, Juhu
Call: 26149546
24 Tuesday
The science of spook
11 am to 1 pm: Take your children to a fun Halloween-themed science workshop to prepare for the spook fest. They can come dressed in their favourite characters, as they learn to perform hands-on Halloween experiment and tricks, including making a slime monster that they can take home.
Where: Podar Jumbo Kids, F-1, Unit 1, Sector 6, Vashi
Entry: '600
Call: 9619780981
25 Wednesday
75 years of Lata
6.30 pm: To commemorate the 80th birthday of Pandit Hridaynath Mangeshkar and to mark 75 years of Lata Mangeshkar's musical journey, a programme called Amrut–Hriday Swarlata is being organised. It will be directed and anchored by Annu Kapoor, and feature performances by Shaan as well.
26 Thursday
Get your game face on
7 pm onwards: Gather your gang and head for a potent session of beer pong, roll the dice, match the card, wheel of fortune and a host of other games. Whether it's about trying your luck or testing your skills, this one requires you to make your best moves.
Where: Amanzi Skydeck and Bar, 132, Hill Road, Bandra West Call: 9769170102
27 Friday
Legends reimagined
8 pm onwards: This act promises to showcase wordsmiths Rumi and Manto like never before. So now, Rumi is the Shah Rukh Khan of social media, while Manto, an outcast all his life is now his social self. This is 'Once upon a time, Bombay 2017' by Mohit Sharma.
Where: The Cuckoo Club, Pali Hill, Bandra West
Entry: '349
Call: 66927777
28 Saturday
A jazz act with a twist
8 pm onwards: Catch a performance by jazz band Beer Puppets, that will feature Shreya Bhattacharya and Mana Dhanraj on vocals, Abhishek Dey on bass and Aron Nyiro on percussions. They will be performing an amalgamation of contemporary jazz, R&B, some fusion and their originals.
Where: Experimental Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point
Entry: '640-'960
Call: 66223737
A season for sea food
Dig into sea food specialties from around the globe with this brand new menu. The selection has been done laying emphasis on the revival of coastal cuisine in the regions around the Pacific Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Among those on offer are Greek Dolmades, Thai water chestnuts, Mushroom Pastitiso, Salmon Stroke, to name just a few.
When: 11 am to 1 am
Where: Fish N Bait, Jet Airways Godrej Centre, BKC, Bandra East
Call: 8080806940
Decoding Japanese printmaking
Artist Jai 'Zaiu Ranjit' will take you through the process of relief printmaking using sunboard and carving tools on paper through the basics of the delicate Japanese printmaking style. Titled Ukiyo-e, this technique allows you to create extremely intricate designs in printing. All art material shall be provided to the participants, and they can take away two prints on paper, along with the carving tools and print blocks. Registration will be done on first come first serve basis, and the last day to register is tomorrow.
When: October 26, 4 pm to 6 pm
Where: Baro, 12, Sun Mill, Lower Parel
Call: 40344888
Entry: '1,000
Laughter, fresh off the boat
If you cannot get enough of Tanmay Bhat's jokes on Instagram and Twitter, head for a live performance. Catch him dole out some of fresh-off-the-oven material at his gig, Zero Expectations. Much is going on in the world right now for comedians to dig into. While Bhat has made himself heard time and again, as the title suggests, this time we'd rather not go in with expectations.
When: October 28, 1 pm
Where: The Cuckoo Club, 5AA, Mac Ronells Compound, Next to Candies, Near Pali Hill, Bandra West
Entry: '350
From Britain, with love
Catch a specially curated set of short films on the loves of people in Britain during 1940's, which was a time of immense social, political and Cultural Revolution. The movies bring a slice of nostalgia and a tale of human spirit to endure under difficult circumstances. The film Morning Paper follows the production of an issue of The Times during the Blitz, from the daily editorial conference to the printing presses. There's London 1942, that chronicles the life and times of the big city in the middle of World War II. The history of the manufacture and design of woven and printed cotton fabrics is told in Queen Cotton, while Royal Road takes a look at both the public-facing activities of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth during the World War II, as well as a showing a glimpse of the royal family's private life in the gardens at Windsor. The selection has been curated by the British Council, as part of UK-India 2017 Year of Culture
When: October 24, 7 pm to 9 pm
Where: antiSOCIAL, Rohan Plaza, 5th Rd, Ram Krishna Nagar, Khar West
Call: 7045940449
Hindi theatre at its best
In memory of Hindi playwright Dr Shankar Shesh, a two-day festival is being organised. It will showcase four of his most well-known plays – Poster, Ek Aur Dronacharya, Naye Sab Yata Naye Namune and Komal Gandhar. Some of these plays have been performed for the last 40 years.
When: October 28 to 29, 4 pm onwards
Where: Sathaye College Auditorium, Dixit Road, Vile Parle East
Call: 26141149
Sleepy time tales on wheels
While the city continues to have several midnight cycling tours, this one comes with a twist. As you get to paddle, you immerse yourself in a storytelling session, that takes you back to a Bombay under the British Raj. Organised by The Legend of Bombay Bards, this session will tell the story Kimayagar, which is about a young Gujarati boy who migrated to the city. The sights of South Mumbai, especially those in Colaba play a key role in the story and the session will end with a story-tour-quiz. The tour will cover a distance of 10 km.
When: October 27, 10 pm to 1 am
Where: Meet at Kailash Parbat, Colaba
Call: 9833855671
Entry: '699-'1,199
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