National Centre for the Performing Arts, Performing arts center in Nariman Point, Mumbai, India.
The National Centre for the Performing Arts is a cultural hub in Mumbai with multiple theater halls for different types of performances. The building provides space for concerts, dance performances, operas, and other artistic presentations in various sizes.
The center was built starting in 1973 on land reclaimed from the sea and opened its doors in 1986. A renowned American architect designed the building following modernist principles.
The center carries the name of an Indian industrialist and reflects Mumbai's role as a home for cinema and theater. Visitors see here a mix of modern design and traditional Indian art forms that come together on stage.
The complex sits in the business district by the sea and is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors should check ahead which performances are happening, as the program changes constantly.
The center houses a large archive with thousands of hours of recorded performances from Indian theater history. This material documents decades of artistic creation and makes it accessible for researchers.
Location: Mumbai City district
Inception: 1986
Architects: Philip Johnson
Website: https://ncpamumbai.com
GPS coordinates: 18.92510,72.82060
Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07
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