REPERTORY PROGRAM
The Little Theatre Group Repertory Program is an annual training program, led by the LTG Repertory Artistic Director, for young theatre practitioners looking to hone their skills in performance and theory.
The program is supported by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
SESSION 2025-26
Artistic Director
Vipin Kumar
Vipin Kumar, a native of Amritsar, began his theatre journey under Rajinder Singh before training at the National School of Drama, where he studied under Neeta Mahendra and M.K. Raina.
A recipient of the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Ustad Bismillah Khan Award 2023 for Acting, Vipin has also been honoured with the Bharat Ratna Atal Sewa Samman (2019), the Indian Theatre Excellence Award (2022), and the Raja Kaul Rangkarmi Award (2023).
He brings expertise and experience from a 17-year career spanning acting, directing, writing, and teaching. He has performed in 70 plays with over 800 shows and collaborated with legends like Mohan Maharishi, M.K. Raina, Bhanu Bharti, and international directors such as Ovlia Kuli Kodja Kuli and David Zinder.
Program Structure
This specialization is designed to equip students with the essential skills required to overcome stage fear, build confidence, and develop a strong foundation for a successful acting career. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of acting techniques, presentation skills, and the art of performance through a structured, immersive learning experience. External drama facilitators are invited to help develop niche skills.
Unit 1: Foundations of Acting
The program begins with an introduction to fundamental acting techniques and the rich history of Method Acting, exploring Greek and Russian influences, including Aristotle and Stanislavsky. Students will also study the Natyashastra by Bharat Muni, gaining insights into the concepts of Rasa and Bhava. To develop a strong physical and mental foundation, training will incorporate yoga, physical exercises, music, and dance movements.
Unit 2: The Actor’s Body
This unit focuses on the significance of physical action in performance. Students will learn to commit to action, sustain belief, and develop body awareness. Key areas of training include purpose-driven movement, attention control, concentration exercises, and observational techniques to enhance physical expression.
Unit 3: Character Development
Students will explore the process of embodying a character, understanding the psychological and emotional dimensions of performance. Through intensive exercises, they will learn how to connect with the character’s emotions, motivations, and backstory, as well as effectively integrate these elements into their performance.
Unit 4: Voice and Speech Training
This unit develops vocal strength and clarity through breathing techniques, voice modulation, diction, speech patterns, pitch control, volume dynamics, and singing exercises. Students will refine their articulation and projection, essential for both stage and screen performance.
Unit 5: Performance Techniques
Students will engage in text and speech analysis, movement exploration, imagination-building exercises, monologue preparation, and scene work. This unit emphasizes script interpretation and creative expression, enabling students to craft compelling performances.
Unit 6: Final Production
Every three months, students will participate in a final production, integrating all the skills acquired throughout the program. This culminating experience serves as a practical application of their training, preparing them for real-world acting challenges and professional opportunities.
Eligibility
This program is only open to individuals over 18. Prior experience participating in two full-length plays is desirable but not mandatory. Experience or qualifications in related fields to performing arts are also desirable.
Commitment
The program is based in New Delhi and will run from April 2025 to March 2026. Selected Repertory members must make themselves available online and offline throughout this duration. Sessions will run for at least three hours on weekdays and may become rigorous close to performance days.
Timings: 10 am - 1 pm, Monday - Friday
Stipend
Selected Repertory members will receive a monthly stipend of INR 10,000/- disbursed in a lump sum for the full year after the successful completion of training, subject to approval and release by the Ministry of Culture (MoC) as per the new notification.
Code of Conduct
The LTG has been a training ground for performing arts professionals since the late 1940s. We are committed to providing equal opportunity based on merit to all individuals and do not discriminate on class, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other characteristic. The LTG has a zero-tolerance policy towards mental/sexual harassment and any cases of misdemeanour will result in expulsion from the Repertory program.
