About Prithvi Theatre :
Prithvi Theatre is one of Mumbai’s best known theatres, it belongs to the Kapoor family, one of the most influential actor/director families in Bollywood, named after Prithviraj Kapoor who first founded ‘Prithvi Theatres’, a travelling theatre company in 1944, it ran for 16 years, till 1960. Then in 1978, Prithvi Theatre was opened in Juhu, Mumbai by Prthivira’s son and daughter-in-law, actors Shashi Kapoor and Jennifer Kapoor. Later in 1993, Prithvi theatre company was established, and since then the theatre is being run by his grandchildren, Kunal Kapoor & Sanjana Kapoor. Prithvi Theatres was founded in 1944, by Prithviraj Kapoor, as a travelling troupe with 150 members , which staged memorable productions across India. Its maiden performance was Kalidasa’s classic “Shakuntala”, and in subsequent 16 years of its existence, the theater staged some 2,662 shows, of plays like, “Deewar” (Wall), “Pathan” (a community comprising Hindus and Muslims of North India), “Ghaddar” (Traitor), “Aahuthi” (Offering), “Kalaakar” (Artist), “Paisa” (Money) and “Kisaan” (Farmer). Prithviraj starred as the lead actor in every single show. and his work in the films funded the activities of the company Prithviraj Kapoor’s youngest son Shashi Kapoor, who had trained as an actor in the Prithvi Theatres, married Jennifer Kendal, daughter of Laura and Geoffrey Kendal, and the leading actress of their theatre company, Shakespearana. Both Shashi and Jennifer shared a deep passion for the theatre, and a great respect for Prithviraj’s dream for Indian theatre.
General Information about Prithvi Theatre :
Location: Mumbai
State: Maharashtra
Capital: Mumbai
Language: Marathi, Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 42˚C, Min 27˚C (summer), Max 26˚C, Min 14˚C (winter)
Best Season: September to March
How to Reach Prithvi Theatre :
By Air:
Mumbai can be reached through numerous flights. The international terminal Sahar, renamed as Chatrapatti Shivaji International Airport operates round the clock. Hotel bookings and pre-paid taxis are available at the terminal. The domestic terminal Santa Cruz is about 5km apart and can easily be reached through regular shuttle buses between the two terminals. The domestic airport is well connected and can be used to visit most parts of Western and Southern India.
By Rail:
Mumbai is a prominent railway hub of the country. It is the headquarters to two railway zones, central and western. While Central Railways handles services to the east and south, Western Railways has services to the north from Church gate and Central stations. The main railway station Chatrapatti Shivaji Terminus (CST) formerly known, as Victoria terminus (VT) is located in the heart of the city. Local and outstation trains ply from here. Other railway stations are Dadar, Church gate and Kurla. Bookings are to be made in advance to avoid the last minute rush, as trains are the most used mode of transport. The extensive system of suburban electric train network is the most sought after transport means in Mumbai for city travel.
By Road:
Mumbai is well connected by a network of roads to the rest of India by and state highways. Mumbai has one of the best public bus systems of any major Indian city called BEST buses. Mumbai has a huge fleet of metered black-and-yellow taxis as well.
How to travel in Mumbai:
The Metro Trains of Mumbai add a different dimension to your travel in Mumbai and are also easily available. Mumbai has one of the best public bus systems of any major Indian city. Called BEST buses, their red double-decker buses are an experience to cherish. One can also try suburban electric trains that connect most places in the city, or the large and efficient fleet of metered black-and-yellow taxis.