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Bringing Stories to Life Since 2014
Ekjut Foundation is a platform for powerful storytelling through theatre and performing arts. We create socially-driven performances, nurture emerging talent, and use the stage as a space for dialogue, awareness, and change.

🎭 Join us, explore our work, and be a part of the movement where art meets impact.

About

Ekjut has been a vibrant force in the world of performing arts since its inception in 2014. Rooted in the belief that theatre and cultural expression are powerful tools for social change, Ekjut has brought communities together through compelling plays, workshops, and artistic collaborations.

Over the years, we’ve staged numerous original and adapted productions that reflect contemporary issues, celebrate local heritage, and foster dialogue across diverse audiences. Our work spans street theatre, stage performances, and educational programs designed to engage, inspire, and empower individuals—especially the youth.

At Ekjut, we don’t just perform—we provoke thought, nurture talent, and build platforms for voices that often go unheard. Driven by a passion for storytelling and social impact, we continue to evolve as a space where art meets action.

Mission

To harness the power of performing arts as a catalyst for social awareness, education, and community building. We strive to create inclusive spaces for expression, nurture emerging talent, and tell stories that challenge perspectives and inspire action.

Vision

To build a culturally vibrant and socially conscious society where theatre and the arts are accessible to all, and where every voice—regardless of background—has the opportunity to be heard, celebrated, and empowered.


Board (2025)

  • President/Executive Director: Promila Kumar
  • Member-Board of Directors: Nameeta Chandra Vedak
  • Member-Board of Directors: Madhu Uppal
  • Advisory: Nidhi Choudhary
  • Advisory: Tanvi Bhatt
  • Advisory: Tara Swaminathan
  • Advisory: Jay Tadikonda

Upcoming events

Ekjut Foundation presents an evening of unscripted laughter, spontaneous storytelling, and total chaos!

Join us on January 30, 2027, for a one-of-a-kind Hindi-English Improv Comedy Show where there is no script, no plan, and no idea what happens next!

🎭 Live Improv | Fun Stories | Think on Your Feet | Laughs Guaranteed

📅 January 30, 2027
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM CST
📍 Meilley Swallow Theater, Naperville, IL

One moment. Endless possibilities.
Come watch—because you never know what could possibly go wrong!

Contact

📞 Get in Touch with Ekjut
Interested in our work, want to collaborate, or join our arts & theatre movement?

📧 Email us: [ekjuttheater@gmail.com]
📱 Call/WhatsApp: [847-668-3565]


📲 Follow & message us on social media:
🔸 Instagram: [@ekjuttheater]
🔸 Facebook: EkjutTheater
🔸 YouTube: Ekjut Playlist
🔸 Twitter/X: [Coming soon]

We’d love to connect with you!
#ContactUs #EkjutFoundation #TheatreForChange #JoinTheMovement

News

Where Every Moment Becomes a Story – What Could Possibly Go Wrong – बस, क्या ग़लत हो सकता है?

January 20, 2027 — There was no fixed beginning to the story. No characters were decided.No lines were written.No ending was planned. There was simply a stage—and a group of people willing to step onto it. In one moment, they became characters.In the next, they became friends, storytellers, and collaborators. Swadha set the story in …

Chicago Indian Literature Festival 2026

We’re excited to share that Ekjut Foundation is a proud community partner for the upcoming Chicago Indian Literature Festival 2026 by Chicago Indian Arts Writers, poets, storytellers—this is your moment! Submit your original work and be part of a vibrant platform celebrating Indian voices, creativity, and cultural storytelling. Selected submissions will have the opportunity to …