About Present Director
About Present Director
Director Rangakarmee, Mr. Anirudh Sarkar:
Theatre Director | Actor | Trainer | Rangakarmee, Kolkata
Anirudh Sarkar is a prominent voice in Indian theatre, known for his extensive work as a director, actor, trainer, and artistic mentor. A devoted disciple of the legendary Smt. Usha Ganguli, Anirudh brings together discipline, creative depth, and a belief in theatre as a tool for social transformation.
As Director of Rangakarmee, one of India’s leading theatre companies based in Kolkata, Anirudh has revitalized its creative path by bridging classical Indian traditions with contemporary social concerns. Under his leadership, Rangakarmee has consistently delivered visually bold and socially resonant performances, while creating space for emerging voices in the theatre community.
Theatrical Journey
Anirudh has worked in acclaimed productions such as:
• Rudali
• Maiyyat
• Chandalika
• Hum Mukhtara
• Antaryatra
• Badnam Manto
• Manasi
• Atmaj
• Lok Katha (Revival)
• Rozana
• Dard-e-Naak
All directed by Smt. Usha Ganguli, these plays form the foundation of his artistic identity.
He also contributed significantly to Meghdutam, directed by Piyal Bhattacharya and Sangeeta Gundecha, enriching his approach to classical and movement-based theatre.
His directorial debut, Chandaa Bedni, won multiple awards at the Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META), receiving national acclaim for its bold storytelling and symbolic design.
Assistant Direction & Production Insight
Anirudh has served as Assistant Director on several renowned productions including:
• Sarhadein (dir. Niladree Bhattacharji)
• Abhi Raat Baaki Hai (dir. Souti Chakraborty)
• Prayaschitt (dir. Neelachal Banerjee)
• Pashmina (dir. Sajida Saji)
These experiences reflect his deep involvement in creative collaboration and production development.
Collaborations
His collaborative journey includes working with celebrated theatre practitioners such as Sohag Sen, Seema Mukhopadhyay, Suranjana Dasgupta, Tulika Das, Piyal Bhattacharya, Sangeeta Gundecha, and many others—each enriching his creative lens and theatrical practice.
Philosophy & Vision
For Anirudh, theatre is a space for empathy, resistance, and transformation. Rooted in critical dialogue and social consciousness, his work challenges conventions and amplifies marginalized voices. Committed to mentoring young artists, he continues to lead theatre workshops, actor training programs, and projects that inspire meaningful change through performance.
