SHUNYA: Art as Praxis, Art as Social Transformation
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our vision
Art as Intervention
We engage in praxis, where creative expression becomes a site of critical inquiry and resistance.
Community Engagement
Our practice is deeply embedded in the social fabric, engaging with communities to forge participatory art-making.
Social Transformation
Through performance and community-led interventions, we reclaim art as a tool for civic engagement.
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About
Empowering Education Initiatives
Shunya, a pioneering theater academy in India, specializes in tailored training programs for educational leaders, teachers, and decision-makers. Our goal is to foster a strong community, share valuable resources, conduct engaging webinars, and provide access to multimedia educational content. Join us in shaping the future of education in India through innovative and impactful initiatives.
Kuldeep Patil is an independent artist-researcher and writer exploring theory-making, cultural critique, and archival inquiry. Their work spans academic and non-academic spaces, engaging with the socio-political dynamics of art and institutions. Currently a Scientific Fellow at documenta (Germany) and Asia Art Archive (India), they lead research on Culture@WSF 2004. Kuldeep’s practice blends queer historiography, critical analysis, and collaborative research, with writings featured in Takshila Yearbook, The Wire, and MASH India. They foreground thinking as a tool to challenge dominant narratives and spotlight overlooked epistemologies.
Rochan Dayal Mathur (RDM) is a stage and screen actor, improv comedian, and drama facilitator trained at the Drama School Mumbai. With 200+ improv shows, theatrical productions, and digital content for Indiatimes and MensXP, he blends performance with pedagogy. As Project & Design Manager at Steps Drama, he uses drama to foster empathy and communication in organizations. Rochan’s storytelling bridges creativity and learning, making him a dynamic presence in both artistic and training spaces. Offstage, he enjoys Jagjit Singh’s ghazals, yoga, and EV motorbike rides.