From Dadeldhura to Mandala: How a local ghost legend found its stage in Kathmandu : Based on the popular folklore of Dadeldhura in Sudurpaschim Province, the play 'Shree Bijjo Bhoot', currently being staged at Mandala Theatre in Kathmandu, weaves together the sorrow of foreign employment, local culture, fear, and humor, by Arun Deo Joshi (nn 03/10/2026)

‘Bir Ganeshman’: A theatrical tribute to a freedom fighter, by Abhi Subedi (kp 13/09/2026)

Facing the audience: Why Nepali theater belongs in the public square : From a bold experiment at Tribhuvan University to a nationwide movement, street performance transformed theater from indoor entertainment into a tool for social dialogue , by Somnath Khanal (nn 05/09/2026)

Young directors and playwrights spark theater renaissance, by Prabhakar Gautam (nn 15/08/2026)

Theatre review: A world beyond the obvious in ‘Guliyo Shyau’ : Through playful defiance, the play reminds children that there is rarely one right answer , by Rivash Rijal (kp 16/07/2026)

A closer look at theatre and arts in political times : Theatre generates energy if it works steadily, staging plays that reflect the spirit of change and transformations in society , by Abhi Subedi (kp 05/07/2026)

In ‘Acheta’, faith turns fatal : Govinda Sunar’s play follows a shaman-sculptor whose devotion, superstition and caste identity collide in a personal tragedy, by Mokshyada Thapa (kp 29/05/2026)

Sudden halt of ‘Lucifer Rising’ play sparks controversy (kh 24/05/2026)

Taking theatre to the streets and to the people : Performed without lights, microphones or a fixed stage, Katha Ghera turned public spaces into theatres, staging plays inspired by local stories, by Tara Prakash (kp 23/04/2026)

‘Seto Dharti’: A heavy story, carefully staged : Moving between past and present, the play brings Tara’s silenced life into a powerful theatrical form, by Jony Nepal (kp 21/04/2026)

‘Seto-Kalo’: Echoes from Yatana’s chamber : A student-led production at Thames International College explores mental distress and the fragile space between survival and identity, by Jony Nepal (kp 03/04/2026)

If a thief is honest, can he be excused for his sins? ‘Charandas Chor’ at Mandala Theatre Nepal follows a man whose strange honesty challenges ideas of right and wrong, by Jony Nepal (kp 20/03/2026)

Mandala Theatre stages street drama to tackle health and gender gaps in Sudurpaschim : Locals and artists performed across multiple sites, followed by public discussions (kp 27/02/2026)

‘Prima Facie’: Uncomfortable, yet necessary : At Kausi Theatre, actor Pashupati Rai anchors a demanding two-hour solo performance that exposes the emotional cost of navigating law after trauma, by Sanskriti Pokharel (kp 24/02/2026)

Staged chaos evokes state of Nepal : The drama ‘के? Us.’ at Kausi Theatre is a microcosm of post-GenZ protest Nepal (nt 05/12/2025)

A queen that chases headlines : ‘Maharani Ko Jatra’ turns a royal story into a modern satire, showing how those in power chase publicity and perfection, by Sanskriti Pokharel (kp 01/12/2025)

Of Nepali theatre and performance, by Abhi Subedi (kp 31/08/2025)

Reckoning with truth, trauma, and silence, by Aarya Chand (kp 06/06/2025)

Kalalaya puts Itahari on Nepal’s theatre map : Despite lacking a dedicated hall, Kalalaya, a non-profit theatre and arts organisation, proves that theatre is about people, not just performance spaces, by Sanskriti Pokharel (kp 28/03/2025)

NITFest to feature 17 plays from 12 countries (rep 15/03/2025)

A theatrical protest : ‘Mukkumlung: Cho:t-lung of Yakthung’ wades into the current debate surrounding the commercialisation of Mukkumlung and the proposed cable car project, by Timila Maharjan (kpp 31/01/2025)

A mother’s heartbeat : Kedar Shrestha’s ‘DhukDhuki 72 Megahertz’ challenges predictable tropes with a layered narrative that explores patriarchy, love, and the complexities of motherhood, by Rishika Dhakal (kp 22/11/2024)

When literature lifts acting : Theatre artist and director Kedar Shrestha discusses storytelling, children’s literature, and the evolution of Nepali theatre, by Rishika Dhakal (kp 28/10/2024)

Is the Nepali theatre scene short of playwrights? Experts discuss the challenges and opportunities facing playwrights in Nepal’s theatre landscape, by Sanskriti Pokharel (kp 21/09/2024)

Family fragility and migration:‘Kaacho Dhaago’ tells the story of familial separation set against a village grappling with drought and monkey raids, by Rishika Dhakal (kp 06/09/2024)

A comical satire on Nepal’s socio-political reality : ‘Yugko Saancho’, an adaptation of Roald Dahl’s ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, features five different families, each with their package of antics to be unpacked, by Rishika Dhakal (kp 19/07/2024)

Arts unbound, narratives changed : The debate on disability inclusion in theatres is about more than accessibility ramps and sign language interpreters, by Sagar Prasai (kp 17/07/2024)

When mythology mirrors life : Directed by Rajan Murarung and written by Kiran Chamling Rai, Mandala Theatre’s ‘Bakhaamma’ is mystical, mesmerising and memorable, by Anushka Dhakal (kp 12/05/2024)

The battle for identity : Through compelling narratives and symbolic elements, ‘Maasinya’ portrays the harsh realities faced by marginalised communities and their ongoing fight for identity, culture and existence, by Aarati Ray (kp 10/02/2024)

Burdens of the past, let out : ‘Pagla Ghoda’, written in the 1960s, takes on a new life in Mandala Theatre as it explores the tumultuous lives of four characters haunted by their dark pasts, by Anish Ghimire (kp 12/01/2024)

A physical depiction of inner turmoil. Mandala Theatre’s ‘The Rose: An Awakening Journey of Yashodhara presents an unconventional, dialogue-free exploration of Yashodhara emotional rollercoaster following Siddhartha Gautam’s departure, by Manushree Mahat (kp 05/01/2024)