When a master storyteller meets a monument filled with stories, Delhi journeys back through memory.
This pre-Diwali, Delhi gathers by candlelight, as a maestro and a monument turn
history into an evening of stories, ghazals and farmaaishein.
The Evening Unfolds
ARRIVAL AT DUSK
Tea, music, and the monument awakening
SETTLE & LISTEN
When the noise begins to fall away
GHAZAL AUR BAATEIN
Stories, poetry, memory, and song
THE AUDIENCE ARCHIVE
Memories offered. Stories returned.
THE LAST FARMAAISH
One final song to carry home
Some evenings end with applause. The finest ones stay as memory.
Before You Arrive
SEATING
Floor (gadda) seating and few takhats for the elderly, the way a mehfil is meant to be. A few chairs are kept aside for anyone who needs them - just tell us when you reserve.
DRESS CODE
Come as you'd dress for an evening among people you love. Indian, relaxed, comfortable to sit on the floor in. Yourself, mostly.
PARKING
Valet is available at the venue. The exact address and parking notes travel with your confirmation.
ACCESSIBILITY
Step-free access and seated arrangements can be made. Write to us before the evening and we'll have everything ready for you.
TIMING
Doors open at 7:30. The Mehfil begins once the room has gathered and runs a little over two hours. Arrive on time -the evening settles best when everyone is in.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Phones rest once the candles are lit. A few moments are captured for you; the rest stays in the room, where it belongs.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Chai, light bites and something warm will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Let us know about any dietary needs in advance and we'll look after them.
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