Celebrating 250 years of Lucknow’s legacy: All the Awadh is a stage

Lucknow’s rich cultural tapestry, woven by Nawabs, fostered integration and assimilation, significantly boosting theatre and performing arts. From Sufi poetry to Urdu theatre and Parsi stage, the city has been a cradle of artistic evolution. Wajid Ali Shah’s reign marked a theatrical renaissance, laying foundations for modern Indian stage and cinema.