From Jazz to jokes: What’s happening in Hyderabad this weekend
Hyderabad: Hyderabad is buzzing this weekend with a mix of global music, sharp comedy, immersive theatre, and hands-on art. Whether you’re in the mood to groove to international jazz, catch a witty Telugu punchline, or lose yourself in a live book reading, the city’s lineup promises something fresh and exciting at every turn. Here’s what to look out for.
World Jazz Festival: Final Leg in Hyderabad
• Dates: April 11–13, 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM (Duration: 3 hours)
• Venue: Shilpakala Vedika, Hyderabad
• Genre: Jazz
The fifth edition of the World Jazz Festival, launched in 2020, wraps up its India tour in Hyderabad. Previously held in Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, the festival features jazz artists from the Netherlands, Serbia, Turkey, Brazil, and more. It is held in collaboration with the Amersfoort Jazz Festival from the Netherlands.
Line-up includes:
• Round Midnight Orchestra ft. Graziëlla Hunsel Rivero
• Lucas Santana Brazilian Experience
• Darren English (South Africa)
• Femke Mooren Group ft. Carolina Brusse
• Adam Simmons (Australia)
• Pang Saxpackgirl (Thailand)
Kya Bolte Open Mic
• Dates: April 12–26, 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM (Duration: 1 hour 58 minutes)
• Venue: Redbrick Offices, Knowledge City, Hyderabad
• Language: English, Hindi, Hinglish
• Age Limit: 16+
An open mic platform by Kasa Kai Mumbai, encouraging performances in music, poetry, comedy, and storytelling. Performers get six minutes on stage. All performances are recorded for social media sharing.
Telugu Stand-up by Silly South Comedy
• Dates: April 12–13, 2025
• Time: 5:00 PM (Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes)
• Venue: The Street Comedy Club, Hyderabad
• Language: Telugu, English
• Age Limit: 18+
India’s first Telugu stand-up comedy collective returns with a weekend show. Silly South Comedy has played a key role in developing the Telugu comedy scene in the city.
Improv Workshop
• Date: April 12, 2025
• Time: 4:00 PM (Duration: 1 hour)
• Venue: Trailing Ivy Cafe, Hyderabad
• Languages: Bengali, English, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam
• Age Limit: 18+
A fast-paced acting workshop where participants perform spontaneous scenes with just two minutes of prep time. Open to genres including comedy, drama, horror, psychological, and thriller.
Screening: The Portrait of Chitra
• Date: April 11, 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM (Duration: 1 hour)
• Venue: Rangbhoomi Spaces & Events, Hyderabad
• Languages: Telugu, English
• Age Group: All ages
A short screening of The Portrait of Chitra followed by a discussion session. Suitable for all age groups.
SHOTT Gaming Experience
• Dates: April 11–30, 2025
• Time: 4:00 PM (Duration: 1 hour)
• Venue: SHOTT, Hitech City, Hyderabad
• Language: English
SHOTT offers an indoor arcade, VR, and Spark Tech bowling—Asia’s first of its kind. The venue also includes food, cocktails, and hosts exclusive events.
Book Launch & Theatre: A Tree of Three
• Date: April 12, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM (Duration: 2 hours)
• Venue: Rangbhoomi Spaces & Events, Hyderabad
• Language: English
• Age Limit: 16+
The launch of a psychological thriller novel, A Tree of Three. The event includes a live theatre enactment of a chapter, followed by a discussion with the author. Signed copies available.
Kids Art Party
• Dates: April 12–20, 2025
• Duration: 45 minutes per session
• Venue: Mindspace Social, Hyderabad
• Languages: Bengali, English, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam
• Age Group: All ages
An art workshop for children offering activities like canvas painting, fluid art, and clay toy making. No prior experience required. Materials provided.
Knife Painting Workshop (For Couples & Friends)
• Dates: April 12–26, 2025
• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Venues:
1. Hard Rock Cafe, Hitech City – April 12, 2:00 PM
2. Mindspace Social, Hyderabad – April 13, 5:00 PM
Learn knife painting techniques in a creative setting. Ideal for couples, friends, or solo participants.
