Bhartendu Natya Academy
In memory of Bhartendu Harishchandra, father of Modern
Hindi Drama, Department of Culture, Government of Uttar
Pradesh established Bhartendu Natya Kendra in August,
1975 aiming to impart professional training in various
aspects of theatre. Systematic training in dramatic arts
commenced on 5th April, 1976. Two Year Diploma Course
started in 1981 along with institute being renamed as
Bhartendu Natya Academy of Dramatic Arts (BADA)
popularly known as BNA. Financed by Department of
Culture, Government of Uttar Pradesh. Academy is an
Autonomous Body.
Core objective of Academy is to impart profound training in
theatre. During two year PG Diploma course at the
Academy, an intensive training is imparted in Indian and
Western theatre/drama emphasizing on Acting: movement,
voice and speech, mime, improvisation, stage-craft: theatre
architecture, scenic and set design, costume and make-up
designing, light designing, direction and production
process. Eminent theatre personalities of national and
international repute are invited as visiting faculty in addition
to regular faculty of the Academy.
BNA is housed in its own four storied building comprising of
studio theatre, two auditoriums with the latest equipments
and technology, modern class rooms, library equipped with
latest books and audio-visual aids, computers with internet
facility etc. to create an environment conducive to teaching
and learning. Professional repertory has also been
established to promote theatre in remote areas of the state.
It performs within and outside the state in rural and urban
areas as well.
In addition to regular diploma programme, the Academy
organises various theatre workshops in different cities of
the state to impart theatre training. These workshops
assuredly create awareness for the theatre.
From time to time Academy organizes theatre festivals in
association with other national institutes, academies and
other cultural centres along with district administration to
introduce national and international theatre to the trainees
and to entertain theatre lovers.
Introductory knowledge of theory and practical of Film and
T.V. Production process is also imparted to final year
students to make the trainees aware of the media.
After completion of two year Diploma Course, one year
internship is also provided to deserving candidates.
The Bhartendu Academy of Dramatic Arts has made a mark
in the country by its artistic and creative productions.
Academy is striding a steady headway towards
accomplishment of its objectives.