Monday, September 21
Books
Music and Musicians of Bangalore & Mysore
Anand Sirur's book records the history of the musicians of Bangalore and Mysore, and will be launched at this event.
Image via Alliance Francaise Bangalore.
Where: Alliance Francaise Bangalore, 108, Thimmaiah Road, Opposite U.N. I Building, Vasant Nagar
When: 6.30pm
Contact: 080 40808181
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Tuesday, September 22
Film Screening
Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead
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As part of Khula Manch's ongoing programme of screenings, this film follows the dramatic journey of Joe Cross, who hits the road in search of health.
Where: NUMA Bangalore (formerly Cobalt), 5th Floor, 46/1, Church Street
When: 7pm
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Wednesday, September 23
Talk
The Secrets of Bengaluru's Lakes
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Hita Unnikrishnan explores the histories of the city's lakes and ties them into the communities dependent on the lakes for survival.
Where: Fields of View, 1915, 18th A Main, 5th Cross, JP Nagar II Phase
When: 5.30pm
Contact: Email info@fieldsofview.in to RSVP, or visit @fovlabs on Twitter.
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Thursday, September 24
Film Screening
Selected Shorts by Shamiana
Four short films, selected by the country's best club for the genre, Shamiana. The evening includes films from the UAE and Spain, and concludes with a short discussion.
Naseeruddin Shah in Int-Cafe-Night, one of the films being screened on the day.
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Where: The Humming Tree, 949, 12th Main Road, Indira Nagar
When: 7.30pm
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Film Screening
Professional: Documentarist
As part of Doc@Everest, the monthly documentary film screening at Everest theatre, this doc traces the personal and professional journey of seven women filmmakers in Iran. The film, shot diary style, raises issues such as personal and creative freedom.
Where: Everest Talkies, Frazer Town
When: 7pm
Passes available at venue. Donations welcome.
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Music
Solder
One of Bangalore's well-established funk-rock bands, Solder are known for playing high-energy gigs. Entry is free.
Where: blueFROG, 3 Church Street
When: 9pm
Contact: 080 69999549
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Complimentary Bake Tastings
German-style bakery, Cafe of Joy has just turned two and to celebrate, owner Joy Basu is offering an open house complimentary tastings of her in-house signature baked goods today and tomorrow.
Where: No 8, Siddhapura, Varthur Main Road, Whitefield
When: September 24-25, 11am-2pm
Contact: +91 9886329015
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Friday, September 25
Food and Drinks
Coffee Santhe 2015
Organised by the India chapter of the Women's Coffee Alliance, this weekend-long festival is dedicated to the skill and craft of women in coffee. Attractions include coffee tastings, competitions, and food stalls. Prepare for delicious overcaffeination.
Where: Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat, 1, Art Complex, Kumara Krupa Road
When: 11.30am-7pm, till Sunday, September 27
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Theatre
BOAT - A Short Play Festival
That stands for Bangalore One-Act Theatre, in case you were wondering, and that's exactly what this evening is dedicated to. The event also takes place on Oct 4-5.
Where: Cathedral High Auditorium, 63, Richmond Road
When: 6pm-8pm
Contact: +91 8105832401
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Music
Bevar Sea "Invoke The Bizarre" Indian Release Party
The Bangalore-based "stoner doom" band are ready with their second album, and play it in its entirety at this gig to celebrate. Entry is free.
Where: Canvas by SALT, 618, 3rd Floor, 12th Main road, Indira Nagar
When: 7pm
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Saturday, September 26
Music
Vans Live Nights
A long line-up of bands plays at this event, including FuzzCulture from Delhi, Awkward Bong from Mumbai, and ViceVersa from Mumbai/Bangalore.
Where: Canvas by SALT, 618, 3rd Floor, 12th Main road, Indira Nagar
When: 9pm
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Theatre
Bangalore Expresso
Our varied associations with Bangalore are explored in this evening.
Where: Rangasthala Auditorium, MG Road Boulevard
When: 6pm-7.15pm and 8pm-9.15pm
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Sunday, September 27
Music
Philharmonic Orchestra and Qawwali
As part of the Bengaluru International Arts Festival, this evening features a Brazilian orchestra and a Qawwali troupe.
Where: Chowdiah Memorial Hall, GD Park Extension, Vyalikaval
When: 6.30pm
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