Tata Theatre NCPA Mumbai
About
The flagship 1000-seat auditorium of the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), India's premier cultural institution. Hosts world-class performances in classical music, ballet, opera, theatre, and jazz throughout the year.
Basic Information
Timings
Box office: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Show timings vary (typically 6:30 PM or 7:00 PM)
Entry Fee
Ticket prices vary by performance: Rs 100-5000
Best Time to Visit
Year-round (peak cultural season: October to March)
Place Type
Entertainment
How to Reach
Take Western Railway to Churchgate station, then 15-minute walk or taxi to Nariman Point. Located inside the NCPA complex at the southern tip of Marine Drive.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Vidhan Bhavan (0.5 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (0.8 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Tata Theatre NCPA
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Tata Theatre NCPA
History
The NCPA was founded in 1969 by the Tata Group and JRD Tata. The Tata Theatre, its largest venue, was designed to meet international acoustic standards and has hosted legendary performers from India and around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Box office: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Show timings vary (typically 6:30 PM or 7:00 PM)
Entry Fee
Ticket prices vary by performance: Rs 100-5000
Type
Entertainment
Best Time to Visit
Year-round (peak cultural season: October to March)
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The NCPA is India's only multi-venue, multi-genre cultural centre of its scale
The Tata Theatre's acoustics were designed by international consultants and are considered world-class
Legendary artists like Zubin Mehta, Ravi Shankar, and international symphony orchestras have performed here
Check the monthly NCPA calendar online and book early for popular performances
The NCPA complex also houses the Experimental Theatre, Godrej Dance Theatre, and an art gallery
The sea-facing NCPA complex is perfect for a pre-show evening walk along Marine Drive
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Tata Theatre NCPA
Nariman Point, Mumbai's Manhattan
Landmark
Nariman Point Promenade
Experience
Cooperage Football Ground
Sports
Y.B. Chavan Auditorium & Centre, Nariman Point
Cultural
Tata Theatre, NCPA
Entertainment
INOX Nariman Point (Marine Drive Cinema)
Entertainment
Experimental Theatre, NCPA
Entertainment
Mumbai Marathon Route (Heritage Run)
Sports
National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA)
Cultural
Oval Maidan
Nature