Sarwanam Theatre · Est. 1980

45+ Years on Stage

Transforming lives through the power of theatre

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What's On

Upcoming Events

Performances, workshops, and festivals on our stage and streets.

workshop

Acting Workshop — New Batch

July 15, 2025

Sarwanam Theatre, Kathmandu

competition

Ma Pani Actor 2025

August 1, 2025

Sarwanam Theatre, Kathmandu

festival

Street Theatre Festival

September 10, 2025

Various venues, Kathmandu

Our Story

Our Legacy

A journey across four and a half decades

Founded

1980 AD (2038 BS)

Founder

Ashesh Malla

Own Building

2013 AD

Legacy

45+ Years

How We Work

Our Philosophy

Acting as Meditation

We treat acting as a meditative practice — a path to presence, awareness, and inner transformation.

Time-Friendly and Cost-Friendly Learning

Training designed to respect your time and budget, making theatre accessible to all.

What We Stand For

Our Values

Child Friendly

Women Friendly

Consent-Based Acting

Safe Environment

Social Responsibility

No Smoking Zone

Gallery

Posters & Productions

Ma Pani Actor

2025

Street Theatre Festival

Recognition

Achievements & Milestones

2018

National Theatre Award

Recognition

Honored for contributions to Nepali street theatre.

2025

45 Years Milestone

Legacy

Four and a half decades of continuous performance.

2013

Own Building

Home of Theatre

Established our own theatre building.

The Visionary

Ashesh Malla

Founder & Pioneer of Street Theatre in Nepal

Ashesh Malla is a celebrated playwright, director, and the pioneer of street theatre in Nepal. He founded Sarwanam in 1980 (2038 BS), bringing theatre out of conventional halls and into the streets to reach the people directly. Over 45+ years, he has trained generations of performers and used theatre as a tool for social awareness and transformation.

Ma Pani Actor — Your Stage Awaits

Join Nepal's nationwide acting competition. Submit your 2-minute talent video and step into the spotlight.