Karnataka Kalamandira, Mysore

Karnataka Kalamandira
FormationAugust 12, 1919 (1919-08-12)
TypeTheatre organization
PurposeTheatre and arts
Location
  • Vinoba Road, Kukkarahalli, Kajjihundi, Mysore, Karnataka 570005
Coordinates12°18′42″N 76°38′15″E / 12.311722°N 76.637614°E / 12.311722; 76.637614

Karnataka Kalamandira is the oldest art institution in Karnataka, located in Mysuru.[1][2][3][4] It was founded by Akkihebbal Narasimhaiah Subbarao (who was popularly called Aa. Na. Su.), on 12 August 1919[5]

Karnataka Kalamandira celebrated its centenary anniversary in 2019.[5]

Karnataka Kalamandira in 2025

See also

  • Rangayana, a theatre institute inside Karnataka Kalamandira campus

References

  1. ^ "Kalamandira: An Abode of Art". Star of Mysore. March 25, 2018. Retrieved 2025-12-02.
  2. ^ "Now, book Kalamandira online". The Hindu. April 3, 2016. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-12-02.
  3. ^ "Rs 14.7cr proposal for renovation of Kalamandir in Mysuru". The Times of India. February 21, 2025. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-12-02.
  4. ^ "Children's Dasara: A fun-filled day of learning". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2025-12-02.
  5. ^ a b Khajane, Muralidhara (August 16, 2019). "Kala Mandira, Karnataka's oldest art institution, turns 100". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-12-02.

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