Upcoming events in Chennai

Mr.C · Dec 9th, 2007, 04:02

I've got about 20 days from now to burn and I was wondering which events are up in Chennai during those days.

I've heard about the Chennai International Film Festival on the 14th and then there's Chennai Open on the 31st. Any other fun event that's within the next 3 weeks? I'm still checking out the trekking forum and the photography threads for anything fun to do during that time. Any recommendations?

Nick-H · Dec 9th, 2007, 10:28

The Chennai event of the year: 'The Season', the music festival... lots of programs in lots of places every day.

If you like Carnatic (Southern Indian) classical music, or think you might, see The Hindu newspaper every day for listings.

Also see: Kutcheribuzz December season for a write-up of what its about, and listings too.

backpakker · Dec 9th, 2007, 11:01

I read in one of these threads here that a group of people go for photo walks ..I think the web site is http://chennai.metblogs.com

Mr.C · Dec 9th, 2007, 12:38

@Nick-H: Thanks! But I've gone for a few kutcheris and unfortunately I didn't quite get it. I need to get used to it first.

@backpakker: Thanks for the link! Ultimate Frisbee now added to my list.

Does anybody know when the Turtle walk is on?

Anything else in Chennai that's fun to do?

machadinha · Dec 9th, 2007, 13:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by backpakker

I read in one of these threads here that a group of people go for photo walks..

Chennai Photo Walks -- Photoblog of Chennai

ColinT · Dec 9th, 2007, 18:43

A special feature on the Chennai music season in today's New Sunday Express: click here

PLaneMad · Dec 9th, 2007, 18:44

Today there was a film making camp. where you could have made your own movie in one day. next ones in bangalore on 16th. you could head out there http://www.filmcamp.tv/FilmCamp.TV/Home.html

and keep an eye out on yahoo upcoming too. something interesting might pop up
http://upcoming.yahoo.com:80/place/DBuHUdWYA5nZKwYtVg

mirjamd · Dec 9th, 2007, 23:53

Check the Hindu newspaper. They have a good selection of events and stuff to do.

backpakker · Dec 10th, 2007, 10:24

If you like travel culture etc, go to dakshinachitra in ECR - they promote arts and crafts ..they normally hv some activities .

Scandojazzbuff · Dec 10th, 2007, 12:55

Can anyone tell me some of the better musicians/singers/dancers who will appear in Chennai's music festival? I will be there on Dec. 17 and 18.

Nick-H · Dec 10th, 2007, 13:28

The early evening slots are always given to the better-known musicians.

Scandojazzbuff · Dec 10th, 2007, 13:34

Thanks for that. But, since there are many venues with different performers, I was wondering who are the performers to really keep my eyes on. I am not familiar with South Indian performers. Any big names for me?

galahad · Dec 10th, 2007, 22:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scandojazzbuff

Thanks for that. But, since there are many venues with different performers, I was wondering who are the performers to really keep my eyes on. I am not familiar with South Indian performers. Any big names for me?

There are many big performers.
And the crowd favorites usually are:
Sanjay Subrahmanyan,Aruna Sairam,TM Krishna,Ranjini-Gayatri...These are vocalists.

The interesting instrumentalists:
Kadri Gopalnath
Mandolin Srinivas
Dr Ramani

You can probably stick to a couple of Sabhas (say Narada Gana Sabha and the Music academy).The big names anyways are going to be rotating bwtween the sabhas.Like Nick said,the late evenings and night concerts are biggies.

Nick-H · Dec 10th, 2007, 23:01

In fact it may not be the best of ideas to start with a big name!

I think you'll find a name or two from Galahad's list performing over those two days.

I had composed a post earlier, but technology stole it from me

.

Scandojazzbuff · Dec 11th, 2007, 11:04

Much thanks. Since we have only 2 days in Chennai, this should focus our time. Is it necessary to get the tickets in advance? I would think so.

Any info on the Mammalapuram festival? I will be there for 2 days after Chennai.

Dec 9th, 2007, 04:02	#1
Mr.C Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 5	Upcoming events in Chennai I've got about 20 days from now to burn and I was wondering which events are up in Chennai during those days. I've heard about the Chennai International Film Festival on the 14th and then there's Chennai Open on the 31st. Any other fun event that's within the next 3 weeks? I'm still checking out the trekking forum and the photography threads for anything fun to do during that time. Any recommendations?

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Nick-H Loud-mouthed, Noisy Bird Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 25,828	The Chennai event of the year: 'The Season', the music festival... lots of programs in lots of places every day. If you like Carnatic (Southern Indian) classical music, or think you might, see The Hindu newspaper every day for listings. Also see: Kutcheribuzz December season for a write-up of what its about, and listings too. __________________ . Just one member of the IndiaMike Mod Team

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Dec 9th, 2007, 12:38	#4
Mr.C Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 5	@Nick-H: Thanks! But I've gone for a few kutcheris and unfortunately I didn't quite get it. I need to get used to it first. @backpakker: Thanks for the link! Ultimate Frisbee now added to my list. Does anybody know when the Turtle walk is on? Anything else in Chennai that's fun to do?

Dec 9th, 2007, 18:44	#7
PLaneMad Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 50	Today there was a film making camp. where you could have made your own movie in one day. next ones in bangalore on 16th. you could head out there http://www.filmcamp.tv/FilmCamp.TV/Home.html and keep an eye out on yahoo upcoming too. something interesting might pop up http://upcoming.yahoo.com:80/place/DBuHUdWYA5nZKwYtVg

Dec 9th, 2007, 23:53	#8
mirjamd Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 270	Check the Hindu newspaper. They have a good selection of events and stuff to do.

Dec 10th, 2007, 10:24	#9
backpakker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 164	If you like travel culture etc, go to dakshinachitra in ECR - they promote arts and crafts ..they normally hv some activities .

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Scandojazzbuff Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangkok Posts: 309	Can anyone tell me some of the better musicians/singers/dancers who will appear in Chennai's music festival? I will be there on Dec. 17 and 18.

Dec 10th, 2007, 13:28	#11
Nick-H Loud-mouthed, Noisy Bird Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 25,828	The early evening slots are always given to the better-known musicians.

Dec 10th, 2007, 13:34	#12
Scandojazzbuff Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangkok Posts: 309	Thanks for that. But, since there are many venues with different performers, I was wondering who are the performers to really keep my eyes on. I am not familiar with South Indian performers. Any big names for me?

Dec 10th, 2007, 23:01	#14
Nick-H Loud-mouthed, Noisy Bird Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 25,828	In fact it may not be the best of ideas to start with a big name! I think you'll find a name or two from Galahad's list performing over those two days. I had composed a post earlier, but technology stole it from me .

Dec 11th, 2007, 11:04	#15
Scandojazzbuff Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangkok Posts: 309	Much thanks. Since we have only 2 days in Chennai, this should focus our time. Is it necessary to get the tickets in advance? I would think so. Any info on the Mammalapuram festival? I will be there for 2 days after Chennai.

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