DARPAN (Theatre Solo)

Theme: Open

Time limit: 5-7 minutes (plus 2 minutes for set-up and clearance)

Team size: solo

Eligibility: 17 – 25 (college students ONLY)

Judging criteria

  • Quality of expressions
  • Voice modulation
  • Story line and Impact
  • Creative use of props and stage
  • Body movement

Cash Prize:

  • Winner: 2500/-
  • First Runner Up: 1500/-

General criteria

  • No obscenity is permitted
  • Fluid, live flame or sharp objects are strictly prohibited
  • Miming or ventriloquism is not allowed
  • Not following the time limit will lead to penalization
  • Every minute will lead to a 2 point deduction
  • Failing to clear the stage will lead to a 5 point deduction
  • Audio is allowed but will not be graded
  • Basic warm lighting will be there, however, light changes are not permitted
  • Minimum speaking characters – 1
  • The script must be original in nature
  • The act should be in Hindi, English, or both. However, short sub-passages in other languages are allowed.
  • Two tables and four chairs will be provided, any other production material must be brought by the participants themselves, but the organizers hold the discretion of allowing it on stage
  • Lightweight props allowed but must be organized by the participant
  • Judges may request proof of authorship; teams must be prepared to provide this on the day of the event.

Soundtrack Submission Guidelines (if any):

  • The soundtrack must be in .mp3 format and submitted via email to naqaab.theatreclub@flame.edu.in
  • After submitting the audio, teams must bring the audio with them to avoid any potential issues
  • No later than 48 hours before the event.
  • A teammate is required to be with the sound team to give cues as and when required.

For Query

Sanaya Nair : +9152971927

  • Date : January 25, 2026
  • Venue : FLAME University