India, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, has been a melting pot of various art forms, be it music, dance, or theatre. To preserve and promote the country’s artistic heritage, several cultural centers have been established across the nation. One such center is the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
On March 31, 2023, the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre opened its doors to the public, marking a significant milestone in India’s cultural landscape. This state-of-the-art facility is the country’s first multi-disciplinary space, designed to showcase the best of India and the world across music, theatre, fine arts, and crafts.
Exquisite launch programming
The Ambani family of India had a different approach to celebrating the opening of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai. Instead of a single party, they threw a series of parties, previews, and performances throughout the weekend. The star-studded events were attended by both Bollywood and Hollywood celebrities, including Rekha, Zendaya, Priyanka Chopra, Gigi Hadid, Sonam Kapoor, Emma Chamberlain, Kriti Sanon, and Penelope Cruz.
Inclusive and community-focused
The Centre aims to be highly inclusive, with free access for children, students, senior citizens, and the differently abled. The Centre also offers a range of community nurturing programs, including school and college outreach and competitions, awards for art teachers, in-residency Guru-shishya programs, and art literacy programs for adults.
Performing arts spaces
The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre is home to three performing arts spaces: the majestic 2,000-seat Grand Theatre, the technologically advanced 250-seat Studio Theatre, and the dynamic 125-seat Cube. The Grand Theatre features a world-class stage framed by the largest proscenium in India, making it the perfect venue for large-scale productions.
Visual arts space
The Centre’s Art House is a four-story dedicated visual arts space built to global museum standards, housing a shifting array of exhibits and installations from the finest artistic talent across India and the world. The Art House features the inaugural exhibit ‘Sangam/Confluence,’ curated by Jeffrey Deitch and Ranjit Hoskote, showcasing works from ten Indian and international artists.
Public art
Spread across the Centre’s concourses is a captivating mix of public art by renowned Indian and global artists. One such piece is ‘Kamal Kunj,’ one of the largest Pichwai paintings in India.
Experience India’s rich cultural history
The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre invites everyone to a sensory journey of India’s rich cultural history. Audiences can book tickets on nmacc.com or BookMyShow and explore the Centre’s unique features, from its performing arts spaces to its visual arts space and public art installations.
