The cultural heart of Chennai will beat stronger this season as Provoke Lifestyle presents the third edition of the Provoke Art Festival 2025, scheduled for November 1 and 2 at The Music Academy, Royapettah.
Since its launch in 2023, the festival has celebrated the expressive depth of Bharatanatyam, the timeless essence of Carnatic music, and other Indian art forms — paying tribute to India’s rich artistic legacy while embracing fresh interpretations and innovation.
This year’s festival promises a spectacular fusion of tradition and creativity, featuring two days of stellar performances by renowned artistes. On Day 1, audiences can look forward to performances by Rukmini Vijaykumar, Subha Shree Thanikachalam, alongside vocalists Haricharan, Sai Vignesh, Disha Prakash, and others.
Day 2 will present performances by Rohini and Pralayan, with musical highlights from Rajesh Vaidya, Rahul Vellal, Spoorthi Rao, and more.The festival offers an immersive celebration of art, rhythm, and expression, bringing together performers, art lovers, and cultural connoisseurs.
Each act is designed to be a dialogue between heritage and contemporary creativity, resonating across generations.By promoting Indian classical arts, the Provoke Art Festival 2025 reaffirms Chennai’s status as the cultural capital of South India — a city where tradition meets transformation and art continues to inspire, connect, and evolve.
Several honorary dignitaries and eminent personalities from the fields of art, music, dance, and theatre will be recognized with awards during the festival.The event is open to all, with no entry fee, on a first-come, first-served basis.
The venue is The Music Academy, Royapettah, Chennai, on November 1 and 2, 2025, promising a memorable celebration of India’s timeless artistic heritage.