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The Grand Indian Festival – Damrosch Park
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In September, the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre is bringing the first edition of the NMACC India Weekend to NYC, taking forward the vision of bringing the best of India to the world with a three-day cultural showcase! This one-of-its-kind event celebrates the finest of Indian performing arts, fashion, music, wellness, and cuisine with a host of exciting presentations. It will take place at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York, from September 12–14, 2025.
NMACC India Weekend is a three-day cultural showcase celebrating the finest of Indian performing arts, fashion, music, wellness, and cuisine. It will be held from September 12–14, 2025 at David H. Koch Theater and Damrosch Park, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York.
NMACC India Weekend will take place from September 12-14, 2025, at David H. Koch Theater and Damrosch Park, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York. We look forward to welcoming you!
At the NMACC India Weekend, guests can view ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’, presented by the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, at the David. H Koch Theater. This is a limited run of 5 shows over the weekend, with matinee and evening shows on Saturday and Sunday, and only one evening show on the Opening Night (Friday). You can view the schedule for show timings.
For the Weekend, guests can also book passes for ‘The Grand Indian Festival’ at Damrosch Park. Passes are available for morning and evening sessions – guests can choose either or both – to experience the finest in Indian fashion and textiles, decadent flavours, as well as dance, yoga and music.
Yes, we do have a detailed schedule for the India Weekend. The PDF is available for you to download and refer to. We have also provided detailed information about each show and performance, for your to choose from.
Bookings for the NMACC India Weekend in New York City are now open!
Tickets for ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’ can be purchased at: https://www.davidhkochtheater.com/tickets-and-events/civilization-to-nation
Passes for ‘The Grand Indian Festival’ can be booked at: https://lincolncenter.org/venue/damrosch-park-1/the-grand-indian-festival-782
The show, ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’, has a limited run of 5 performances. Tickets booked for the show allow guests access only to the David H. Koch Theater for either a matinee or an evening performance.
For the ‘The Grand Indian Festival’ at Damrosch Park, you can choose to pick passes for the morning (10.30am to 2pm) and/ or evening (4pm to 10.30pm) sessions. These passes grant access only to Damrosch Park and do not include access to the theater for the musical.
A Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre presentation, ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’ blends music, dance, drama, and other diverse art forms from across India to pay tribute to the country’s cultural journey through millenia, finally expressing itself as a nation and a constitutional democracy.
Witness the U.S. premiere of India’s largest theatrical production – ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’ – as a part of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre India Weekend.
Presented by Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, the musical is conceived and directed by Feroz Abbas Khan.
Feroz Abbas Khan is an internationally celebrated film & theatre director and screenwriter whose work uses the medium of television, radio, and the internet for social behaviour change and women empowerment.
The production comes alive with music by Ajay-Atul, costumes by Manish Malhotra, lead choreography by Mayuri Upadhya, guest choreography by Vaibhavi Merchant, and Gujarati Folk Dance choreography by Samir and Arsh Tanna.
The show will have a limited run of five performances over three days. On the opening night, there is one evening show, followed by matinee and evening performances on Saturday and Sunday.
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The production features a cast of over 100 performers, stunning costumes, and grand sets. We look forward to welcoming you!
A Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre presentation, ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’ blends dance, art, fashion, and music across India to pay tribute to the country's cultural journey, expressing itself as a nation and a constitutional democracy.
The musical incorporates multiple Indian languages through music and visuals, and the voice narration will be in English. English subtitles will be displayed during dialogues (that are spoken in local Indian language).
The musical has been designed as a visual and emotional journey that transcends language barriers, with rich storytelling, music, and depiction that will resonate with global audiences. The musical incorporates multiple Indian languages through music and visuals, and the voice narration will be in English. English subtitles will be displayed during the dialogues (that are spoken in local Indian language).
The NMACC India Weekend will also take over Damrosch Park across all three days, bringing to life enthralling and engaging experiences in ‘The Grand Indian Festival’ format. Guests will be introduced to the finest Indian fashion and textiles, decadent flavours, conversations about cricket, as well as dance, yoga and music experiences.
From mornings filled with sacred mantra chanting led by Pratish Mhaske, singer at the Art of Living Foundation, to mindful yoga with renowned yoga educator Eddie Stern, and a transformative journey of self-discovery with globally renowned spiritual leader Gaur Gopal Das, the NMACC India Weekend brings wellness for the mind, body, and soul.
All live performances at Damrosch Park are standing concerts. Experience ‘The Grand Indian Festival’ through food, fashion, wellness, music, and much more!
The NMACC India Weekend will take over Damrosch Park across all three days, bringing to life enthralling and engaging experiences in ‘The Grand Indian Festival’ format. Experience Bazaar – a unique shopping destination showcasing the finest in fashion, jewellery, accessories, and artisanal mastery, alongside exclusive, paid food pop-ups.
Yes, through a line-up of exclusive paid food pop-ups, you can explore India’s most iconic flavours, from Mumbai's street favourites like vada pav and pav bhaji to Punjab's hearty butter chicken and chole bhature, along with aromatic biryanis, tender kebabs, crispy dosas, and much more. Get ready for a true taste of India, brought to life in the heart of New York!
Yes, the event is designed to appeal to audiences of all ages, featuring music, dance, yoga, and colourful cultural displays that are perfect for families.
Yes, both the David H. Koch Theater and Damrosch Park are ADA compliant, offering wheelchair access and all necessary facilities.
There is no predetermined dress code – we want you to wear whatever makes you feel at ease. We look forward to welcoming you!