Every week Vogue gives you a cultural calendar comprising the best of music, art, photography, food and fashion that may just be your respite from the heat.
This week, don't miss English indie rock band alt-J's gig in Mumbai, an improv comedy workshop in Bengaluru and a week-long of sartorial events hosted by Square Loop + Bodice in the capital.
Read on for what made it to Vogue's list of all things cultural this week.
If you're in Mumbai…
Shop at a vintage pop-up sale
Mumbai gets its first vintage pop-up store this weekend—and Saloon Vintage will take the opportunity to debut their collection here. Their hand-chosen 30 piece collection, sourced from around the country, is sure to make your summer wardrobe a prettier place.
When: May 23 and 24, 10 am – 10 pm
Where: The Hive, Huma Mansion, Khar West, Mumbai. Find out more here.
Discover the crafts of India
Where else, but in Mumbai's Kala Ghoda district, will you get your arty fix? The Artisans' Centre is hosting a month-long series of short films on the theme of craft and design—starting with Crafted Tales by StoryLoom Films this weekend.
When: Saturday, May 23. Timing: 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Artisans', 52-56 Dr V B Gandhi Marg, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai
Style your summer hair
Join a free masterclass by Lakme Absolute and TIGI experts on summer styling—from messy pin-ups and cool updos to summer braids, learn these hairdo hacks that will take you less than five minutes to style.
When: May 22, 5 – 7pm
Where: Lakme Absolute Salon, off Linking road, Bandra, Mumbai
Type alt-J to get your dose of indie
After their hit show in Bengaluru earlier this year, the English indie rock band return to India with performances in Mumbai and Delhi this week—and it just has to be "something good"! Read Vogue's interview.
When: Friday, May 22. Timings: 5 pm – 10 pm
Where: Richardson & Cruddas, Byculla, Mumbai
Watch a 19th century story unfold on stage
Adapted from Mirza Hadi Ruswa's Urdu novella Umrao Jaan Ada, the modern rendition entitled Aarambh's Umrao and directed by Hidayat Sami, re-tells the story of a courtesan by portraying her as the woman of today.
When: May 23, 9 pm
Where: Prithvi Theatre, Juhu, Mumbai. Book here.
If you're in Bengaluru…
Wander around at a night market
Kitsch Mandi returns with its second edition this summer featuring workshops, food stalls, live art and music performances including SODA, Rajas, By the Riverside and Alkemy—and a flea market boasting several stalls from the country. Think starry skies and good vibes as the sun goes down this Saturday.
When: Saturday, May 23. 4 pm
Where: Pebble, The Jungle Lounge, Bengaluru
Learn to tickle someone's funny bone
Attend a two-day improv comedy and theatre workshop conducted by Adam Dow, the artistic director of Improv Comedy Mumbai. Who better than the ex-creative director of Whose line is it anyway? to teach you a thing or two about being funny.
When: May 23 and 24. Timings: 1 – 4 pm
Where: Yours Truly Theatre Studio and Performing space, Indiranagar, Bengaluru. Find out more here.
If you're in Delhi…
Dance to the beat of Jay Hardway's drums
DJ and drummer, Jobke Heiblom a.k.a Jay Hardway is in the house—and he’s performing in Mumbai, Delhi and Indore as part of the Sunburn Festival. Bring your best moves to the dance floor, because this Dutch sensation, who has previously collaborated with Martin Garrix, is sure to make your head spin.
When: Friday, May 22
Where: A State of Music, Radisson Blu, Delhi. Book here.
Take sartorial lessons from Square Loop + Bodice
Square Loop designer Kanika Sachdeva and Bodice designer Ruchika Sachdeva are hosting a week-long Open Studio full of sartorial activities. Think lessons in everything from customising bags to how you can wear your accessories right.
When: May 22 to May 24
Where: Square Loop, 22A, first floor, Hauz Khas village, Delhi
Find something in your city that you think can make it to Vogue's cultural calendar? Email your contributions at letters@vogue.in
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