Beyond Pride Celebrations, ‘Samaaj’ Focuses on Healing, Memory and Belonging
Beyond Pride Celebrations, ‘Samaaj’ Focuses on Healing, Memory and Belonging Reported by Sanchita chatterjee Kolkata, June 19, 2026: Kolkata witnessed an evening of powerful storytelling and emotional reflection as Prantakatha presented Samaaj , a Pride Month dance-theatre production that explored themes of memory, loss, resilience, healing, and belonging through queer lived experiences. Held at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC), the event transformed personal narratives into a compelling artistic dialogue on identity, acceptance, and human connection. The programme was attended by several distinguished guests, including Mr. Bernard Lynch, Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata; Dr. Santosh Giri, Director of Kolkata Rista; noted filmmaker Ms. Sudeshna Roy; LGBTQ activist and food consultant Ms. Rukshana Kapadia; and Ms. Suneha Saha, Co-Founder of Ammolite Ideators and LGBTQ activist. Their presence highlighted the growing importance of platforms that encourage inclusion, r...