April has always been a coveted month for me. A light at the end of the tunnel. It’s the last month before summer officially begins. Mango season is arriving. The torture that is Mumbai's May heat is yet to arrive. No rain, clear skies and lots of sunshine. And there's another reason why my disposition is annoyingly cheerful this month – just look at how many things there are to do!
April kicks off with some incredibly cool art festivals, a very boozy cocktail festival (right up my alley) and a brand new event that has piqued my curiosity and should yours as well – Bombil Bassline, a 140bpm exclusive night featuring crazy cool local artists. Speaking of, Mumbai sure knows how to celebrate as an underground niche and mainstream international stage. Calvin Harris finally touches down in the city this month. The hype has been building for many months now. The same goes for Circoloco, which makes its India debut on the 19th.
We’ve also got some more refined and classical concerts at the NMACC Grand Theatre this month with Oscar nominated film composer and pianist Max Richter and Kathak-contemporary duo Aditi Mangaldas & Aakash Odedra. The Royal Opera House is also hosting a stirring night of Sufi music by the KM Sufi Ensemble. For old school rock lovers, legends Scorpions close out the month with their Mumbai show of the Coming Home Tour.
The other fun bit: IPL in full swing, with an exciting home match in our dearly beloved Wankhede Stadium! Lil Flea also returns this month for what is bound to be two successful weekends of retail therapy, eating and live performances. We’ve got a lot more – standup, artists on tour, gallery weekends, and more. Overall, a pretty hefty packed and stacked month. Be sure to get your tickets early, happy April!
