Delhi Public School (DPS) Srinagar hosted the ‘Fun Te Funkaar Theatre Fest 2025’, a vibrant cultural festival aimed at reviving and celebrating Kashmir’s traditional street performance arts.
The festival brought together young talents from various schools and local theatre circles to showcase their creativity through a series of plays, skits, and open-air performances inspired by Kashmiri folk traditions and street theatre culture.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
According to the organisers, the initiative seeks to reconnect the new generation with Kashmir’s rich artistic heritage, where theatre once served as a powerful community medium — blending humour, social commentary, and public participation.
“Through Fun Te Funkaar, we want to remind our youth that theatre was never meant only for big stages and curtains. Our street artists, folk performers, and storytellers were the real heart of Kashmiri culture,” said one of the event coordinators.
The festival featured several student-led performances that addressed social themes such as environment, education, and compassion — using elements of traditional storytelling, live music, and interactive dialogue.
Well-known actor and filmmaker Aamir Bashir was among the guests who encouraged students to pursue artistic expression as a means of preserving local culture. He lauded DPS Srinagar for offering a platform that goes beyond academics, nurturing creativity and cultural awareness.
Videos shared by the school on social media showed energetic rehearsals, colourful costumes, and lively audience interactions, reflecting the spirit of Kashmiri naatak (street drama) and folk theatre.
Principal Shafaq Afshan said the school is committed to promoting performing arts as a vital part of holistic education. “Theatre teaches empathy, discipline, and teamwork. Reviving our own street art forms through student participation gives them confidence and cultural grounding,” she added.
The event concluded with applause and appreciation for the participating students, teachers, and organisers. Participants expressed hope that such festivals would be held regularly to keep Kashmir’s performing heritage alive for future generations.
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