CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -World Theatre Day was initiated in 1961 by the International Theatre Institute ITI. It is celebrated annually on the 27th March by ITI Centres and the international theatre community. Various national and international theatre events are organized to mark this occasion.

Detailed explanation-2: -So, to dedicate a day to theatres, March 27 is observed as ‘World Theatre Day’ across the globe. Theatre is one of the most popular forms of art that depicts culture, a tradition that exists around the world. This day preserves dramas and their essential role in the theatrical arts.

Detailed explanation-3: -The theme for World Theatre Day 2022 was the same as it has been over the years. The theme was ‘Theatre and a Culture of Peace.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ever since, each year on the 27th March (date of the opening of the 1962 “Theatre of Nations” season in Paris), World Theatre Day has been celebrated in many and varied ways by ITI Centres - of which there are now more than 90 throughout the world.

Detailed explanation-5: -World Theatre Day 2022 Online Celebration Since 1962 World Theatre Day has been celebrated by ITI Centres, ITI Cooperating Members, theatre professionals, theatre organizations, theatre universities and theatre lovers all over the world on the 27th of March.