About Kaustubh Bankapure

Meet Kaustubh, the dynamic Founder Director of Applied Theatre India Foundation and Theatre Resource. Armed with qualifications from the prestigious Royal Central School of Speech and Drama at the University of London, Kaustubh stands as the sole torchbearer of Applied Theatre expertise in India, passionately immersed in the realms of Training and Development. Not just an applied theatre expert, Kaustubh holds a Postgraduate degree in Commerce from the University of Pune and boasts a certification as a Lead Auditor for ISO 2009:2014 from IRCA, Germany. His multifaceted background sets the stage for a journey that combines the artistry of theatre with the precision of commerce and international standards. Before crafting the success stories of Applied Theatre India Foundation and Theatre Resource, Kaustubh's footprint graced the corridors of education and research. A former permanent faculty member at FLAME University, Pune, he also left his mark on institutions like NSD TIE (Tripura), Sinhagad College, Suryadatta Institute, and the Central University of Hyderabad. His acting prowess took center stage at renowned international festivals, including the London International Festival of Theatre (UK), Contact Theatre Manchester (UK), and the Colombo International Theatre Festival (Sri Lanka). Kaustubh's academic journey was dotted with presentations at esteemed conferences such as ASSITEJ New Delhi, ISTR Pune, Creative Engagements in Oxford, UK, and ISTR Kolkata. Yet, his heart beats for applied theatre, a realm where he collaborates with industries, corporations, schools, and NGOs, using theatre as a potent tool to delve into diverse issues. In 2014, Kaustubh laid the foundation for Theatre Resource, followed by the creation of Applied Theatre India Foundation in 2020, driven by his mission to offer applied theatre education to aspiring minds in India. Currently donning the hat of a training consultant, Kaustubh is the maestro behind transformative programs for various industries, corporate giants, and service providers. His innovative engagement tools breathe life into organizational growth and excellence, leading Theatre Based Participatory Training Programs at Theatre Resource. Simultaneously, he is diligently building an ecosystem at ATI Foundation, aiming to propagate applied theatre education far and wide. Kaustubh's narrative is one of passion, purpose, and the seamless integration of theatre into the fabric of education and professional growth. His story is not just about words; it's a captivating performance on the stage of life.

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