02/12/2025
We are delighted to announce an upcoming Indo–Georgian Cultural Exchange Event to be held in Lucknow and Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), marking yet another important milestone in strengthening cultural ties between India and Georgia.
This will be the 8th such cultural exchange event in India organized by Cultural Diversity for Peaceful Future Georgia (NGOCDPF), dedicated to promoting Georgian culture, art, and people-to-people connections in India.
This time, the event is being organized with the support of the Ministry of Culture, Georgia საქართველოს კულტურის სამინისტრო and features the legendary S***a Rustaveli National Drama Theatre S***a Rustaveli State Theatre, one of the most prestigious theatres of Georgia and Europe.
🎭 About the Play
The Georgian theatre troupe will present “Maria Callas – Masterclass”, a powerful and intellectually rich theatrical production that reflects on art, discipline, fame, and the inner world of a legendary performer. The play is known for its depth, brilliance, and universal emotional connect.
🎬 About the Director
The play is directed by Robert Sturua, one of the world’s most celebrated theatre directors and a living legend of global theatre. Known for his bold interpretations, philosophical depth, and innovative staging, Robert Sturua has directed iconic productions across Europe and beyond, earning numerous international honours.
Guest of Honour
We are honoured to welcome ნიკოლოზ წულუკიძე Nikoloz Tsulukidze as the Guest of Honour from Georgia. He is a well-known Georgian actor, television presenter, and cultural ambassador, widely respected for promoting literature, theatre, and cultural awareness in Georgia. Through his popular cultural TV programs, he has inspired a strong connection between society and the arts, especially among young audiences. His presence highlights the spirit of Indo–Georgian cultural friendship and exchange.
📍 Event Venues
Lucknow: Hosted by Babu Banarasi Das University (BBD University) 09/12/2025 at 16:00 O'clock
Mathura: Hosted by Sanskriti University 12/12/2025 at 16:00 O'clock
🤝 Media Partners
We are proud to have Dainik Jagran , one of India’s largest newspapers, as our media partner in India, along with SaBha TV Georgia , which continues to connect audiences of both countries through cultural storytelling.
🌍 Why Cultural Exchange Matters
Such cultural exchanges play a vital role in building mutual understanding, respect, and friendship between nations. Theatre, as a universal language, helps bridge cultural differences, inspires dialogue, and brings societies closer on a human level.
📢 Open Invitation
We warmly invite all Indian friends, students, artists, theatre lovers, and cultural enthusiasts to join us in Lucknow and Mathura, experience Georgian theatre, and be part of this meaningful Indo–Georgian cultural dialogue.
Let us come together to celebrate art, culture, and friendship beyond borders 🇮🇳🤝🇬🇪
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India Ministry of Culture, Government of India India in Armenia, Embassy of India, Yerevan საქართველოს საგარეო საქმეთა სამინისტრო / MFA of Georgia Darispan Prasher Nikoloz Tsulukidze Dimpy Mishra Ani Nikabadze Photography Shailendra Nath Jaitly