Dramatics & Dance

BreakFree - Technology Dance Society 🆕

External Description : Breakfree is the campus dance society that acts as a common platform for students interested in dancing and choreography, and exploring the various genres of dance. - M

Internal Description : Technology Dance Society, BREAKFREE, is the dance crew of our campus. It engages you in discovering your movement and your way of representing yourself through music. Our crew is full of people , passionate for dance. Through many workshops, events, we provide a opportunity for students to improve themselves in their respective styles of dance. We all are a part of a big family.

Selection Format :  Audition (in which you perform a choreography taught to you in our beginner's dance workshop) -> Improvisation round

Selection Time : 2nd & 3rd August 2025 (Autumn Sem).

Selection Link : Registration Form (Both Workshop & Selections)

Links : Instagram

Druheen - Bengali Dramatics Society

External Description : Technology Dramatics Society Druheen is one of the oldest societies of IIT Kharagpur. It is a dedicated group for theatrical plays in Bengali. - M

Internal Description : Druheen – BTDS is the Bengali Technology Dramatics Society, and your first family at KGP! 🎭 From helping you settle in to bonding over adda and midnight mosti, we’re here to make your first year unforgettable. But that’s not all—we bring stories to life on stage with powerful Bengali plays, raw emotions, and insane energy. Whether you want to act, write or direct, Druheen is where passion meets family. Come for the drama, stay for the love!

Selection Format : Auditions at Gymkhana Lakeside

Selection Time : 5th-7th August, Autumn Sem 

Selection Link : Selection Registration Form

Links : Instagram 

Encore - Dramatics Society 🆕

External Description : Encore is the English dramatics society of the campus. Their goal is to enjoy the moments on stage and give their audience a worthwhile experience. They go by their tagline "Stage humare baap ka hai". - M

Internal Description : We are Encore, the dramatics society of IIT Kharagpur. From dazzling stageplays to "how did we even get here?" improvs, we are passionate about dramatics and quite serious about having fun. We believe theatre is not only a form of expression but also an exploration into what lies within. A monoact, a nukkad or a mime, if there is a stage we are here to own it!

Selection Format : Auditions

Selection Time : 2nd/3rd August, Autumn Sem

Selection Link : Selections Form Link 

Links : Instagram | Website | YouTube

Prasthanam - Telugu Dramatics Society

External Description : Prasthanam is the youngest of all dramatics societies formed to assimilate and integrate the rich culture and dramatics heritage of the Telugu speaking people into the mainstream culture of IIT Kharagpur.

Internal Description :

Selection Format : Auditions

Selection Time : Autumn Sem (Unknown)

Selection Link (when & if applicable) :

Links : Instagram 

Pravah - Dramatics Society  🆕

External Description : Pravah, previously known as Hindi Technology Dramatics Society (HTDS), as the name suggests, is the official Hindi Dramatics Society of IIT Kharagpur. It was founded in 1967 by Mr. R.K Bagrodia. Pravah comes under the Technology Students' Gymkhana and is a part of the Dramatics Subcommittee under the Social and Cultural Committee. Since its inception, Pravah has been highly successful in bringing the true spirit of theatre to life and in demonstrating the power of emotions and thoughts through its stage plays and nukkad nataks (Street Plays).

The society although, does not hold any bias to a particular language and does not consider proficiency in Hindi as a metric during selections, which is evident from the fact that many of its members are not well versed in Hindi, but continue to contribute with great enthusiasm.

Internal Description : We are a group of story tellers who believe in pushing artistic boundaries— be it nukkad nataks, stage plays, heart touching mimes, or intense monoacts. Whether you're an actor, director, writer, or someone just finding your place, Pravah is your stage and your home. We’re driven by passion, but held together by something stronger— family.

[ Founded in 1967, Pravah is one of the oldest dramatics societies at IIT Kharagpur. Known for its powerful performances across a range of forms— stage plays, nukkad nataks, mime, and monoacts— Pravah blends creative excellence with a rich cultural legacy. ]

Selection Format : 3 Rounds, involving but not limited to auditions & Personal Interviews. 

Selection Time : Likely first week of August - Autumn Sem (Likely August)

Selection Link : Selections Registration 

Links : Instagram | YouTube 

Srujan - The Classical & Folk Dance Society

External Description : The newest society of the campus, come to the Induction programme to learn more about them & their events. [I honestly have no clue ehe, these guys are like 4 months old]

Internal Description : "Natyam Jagat Bhushanam" - Dance is the ornament of the world. Presenting SRUJAN – IIT Kharagpur’s Classical Dance Society! A stage where tradition meets passion, and every step tells a story! SRUJAN is here to celebrate the rich heritage of Indian classical dance and folk arts, uniting dance lovers from every corner of the country. From the grace of Bharatanatyam to the rhythm of Kathak, from the vibrance of Odissi to the energy of folk traditions—SRUJAN embraces it all! [From Insta]

Selection Format : 

Selection Time : Spring Sem (Last year, might change)

Selection Link (when & if applicable) :

Links : Instagram

Music 

Eastern Technology Music Society (ETMS)

External Description : ETMS is a group of self-learned musicians who find a common interest in the wide sea of music. They perform twice annually covering a spectrum of genres ranging from classical to fusion to popular bollywood hits. - M

Internal Description : "We at ETMS perform music live on stage biannually, on foundation day and spring fest. The music we perform typically is eastern fusion."

Selection Format : There are 2 rounds in the auditions. One is where you just come in and sing/play pieces of your own choice and for round 2 you are assigned some songs. Typically done along side WTMS.

Selection Time : Autumn Sem, usually August.

Selection Link (when & if applicable) :

Links : Instagram 

Western Technology Music Society (WTMS)

External Description :  WTMS is a group of self learned musicians who explore different genres of western music. They perform an hourly concert every semester and keep the musical veins throbbing in the campus. - M

Internal Description : "We at WTMS perform music live on stage biannually in our productions. The music we perform typically varies among the western genres such as metal, funk, jazz, rock ballads, etc."

Selection Format : There are 2 rounds in the auditions. One is where you just come in and sing/play pieces of your own choice and for round 2 you are assigned some songs. Typically done along side ETMS.

Selection Time : Autumn Sem, usually August.

Selection Link (when & if applicable) :

Links : Instagram

The Rap Society (tRAPs)  🆕

External Description : tRAPs is a society that conducts rap battles, cyphers and jamming sessions for hip-hop enthusiasts. - M

Internal Description : tRAPs (The Rap Society) is a community built for the love of hip-hop — where rappers, beatboxers, producers, and hip-hop enthusiasts unite. We organise Rap battles, Cyphers, One-Minute Challenges etc. From bars to beats, if hip-hop runs through your veins, this is your stage.

Selection Format : Personal Interview

Selection Sem : 2nd-4th August in Autumn Sem. [For both 1st & 2nd yrs]

Selection Link : Selections Registration Form 

Links : Instagram | YouTube  

Spic Macay, IIT Kharagpur

External Description : The IITKGP chapter of SPIC MACAY (Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music And Culture Amongst Youth), Join this chapter for helping preserve & experience Indian classical music. Fun Fact: this movement with 400 Chapters now, was started by an IITKGP alumni in 1977. - U

Internal Description : SPIC MACAY at IIT Kharagpur is a cultural society on campus—organizing events that connect students with Indian arts and global heritage. With its deep IIT‑KGP links, strong volunteer network, and history of hosting international conventions, it offers excellent opportunities to learn, perform, volunteer, and immerse in traditions. It all about Indian culture, music, dance, crafts, and/or heritage.
SPIC MACAY (Society for Promotion of Indian Classical Music And Culture Among Youth) is a global volunteer-driven movement founded in 1977 by Dr. Kiran Seth, an IIT Kharagpur alumnus.

Selection Format : Personal Interview

Selection Time : Spring Sem (Typically Feb)

Selection Link (when & if applicable) :

Links : Instagram | Parent Organization Website

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