The professional shows at Saarang showcase the very best musical talent in the country and have always been a strong crowd puller. Artists not only of national acclaim but also those with international fan following have come to Saarang. Performances by giants such as Shankar Mahadevan, KayKay, Shaan and international bands such as Uriah Heep, Matmatah, Led Zepplica have been witnessed by melting pot audiences. This year promises yet another thrilling musical ride as you witness performances by the Indian heavy metal band Prestorika and the international group Firebrands. The Firebrands have performed their furious blend of heavy rock, punk and turntable SFX in Taiwan, Australia, Dubai and the US alongside acts like Tommy Lee, Jet and Puddle of Mudd.

Apart from the Pro Shows, there is a whole gamut of events to keep the audience enthused right through. The most well-received event is the Choreo Nite in which participants from over a hundred colleges battle it out in the Open Air Theatre. The Light Music and Western Music shows are events that create an electric atmosphere mesmerizing a jam-packed audience. From artful dramatics to socially-relevant street plays, from parliamentary debates to rib-tickling JAMs, from steamy salsa workshops to soulful Classical dance contests , Saarang is challenging and competitive, refreshing and rewarding all at the same time. This year’s new attractions are Short Film Making, Freestyle Solo Dance and Queen of Sheeba. Freestyle Solo Dance is an event that promises to be a visual treat full of energy and exuberance as the participants set the stage ablaze with the loftiest, most moving and the most beautiful of arts. The quintessential scavenger hunt, Queen of Sheeba is another new entry to the Saarang roster. People in small teams set out to search and collect out items from a list of some of the wackiest items that can be brought under one head.

Saarang is not complete without a plethora of workshops, lectures and demonstrations. Workshops are for anyone looking to sashay to a contemporary tune, snap stunning scenes or just get their hands dirty. The Cookery Workshop is all set to make its debut this Saarang and it aims at identifying the Sanjeev Kapoor in us. From participating in the 50-odd events, learning tricks from experts in workshops, to soaking in the atmosphere- we give you a thousand ways of spending your time at Saarang, we let you play with Time.

If you're anywhere in the remote neighborhood, please do come and take a peek into this kaleidoscope we call Saarang.