📷 Image: Wikimedia Commons / Birachand, Thangjam
Entertainment
32nd State-Level Shumang Leela Workshop Opens in Imphal
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 20 Jul 2026, 07:18 PM
👁 88
The 32nd State-Level Shumang Leela Workshop has commenced in Imphal, marking a significant event for the traditional theatre community in Manipur.
The 32nd State-Level Shumang Leela Workshop began today in the capital city of Imphal, Manipur. Shumang Leela, a traditional form of stage drama unique to the region, has long been a cultural staple in the state. The workshop brings together seasoned performers, emerging artists, and scholars to explore new techniques and preserve the art form.
Organizers announced that the event will span several days, featuring a series of rehearsals, masterclasses, and live performances. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from veteran artists and engage in collaborative projects aimed at revitalising Shumang Leela for contemporary audiences.
The launch of the workshop underscores the state's commitment to nurturing local arts. Officials highlighted the importance of such initiatives in sustaining cultural heritage and fostering creative talent among the youth of Manipur.
Organizers announced that the event will span several days, featuring a series of rehearsals, masterclasses, and live performances. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from veteran artists and engage in collaborative projects aimed at revitalising Shumang Leela for contemporary audiences.
The launch of the workshop underscores the state's commitment to nurturing local arts. Officials highlighted the importance of such initiatives in sustaining cultural heritage and fostering creative talent among the youth of Manipur.