Theatre · North Kolkata

Star Theatre (Binodini Theatre)

1 upcoming event — next: Binodini (Till Wed 14 Oct).

AddressStar Theatre, 79/3/4 Bidhan Sarani, Hatibagan, Kolkata 700006

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Getting thereNearest: Sovabazar Sutanuti (Blue Line), ~10 min walk

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About Star Theatre (Binodini Theatre)

The Star Theatre in Hatibagan dates from 1883 and, with the Minerva, was one of the first homes of commercial Bengali theatre. It began on Beadon Street and later moved to Cornwallis Street, now Bidhan Sarani; Girish Chandra Ghosh produced plays here in the 1880s, and some of Bengal's earliest motion pictures, by Hiralal Sen, were screened here. A fire destroyed the old hall, and the municipal corporation rebuilt it with the heritage facade and a modern interior. In 2024 it was renamed Binodini Theatre after the actress Binodini Dasi. It now runs mainly as a cinema, with plays on a few days a month and many more in December and January.

Parking: Underground car park on site

Frequently asked questions

Is Star Theatre now called Binodini Theatre?

Yes. It was renamed in 2024 in honour of the actress Binodini Dasi, though most people and listings still say Star Theatre.

Does Star Theatre still stage plays?

Yes, but it is mainly a cinema. Plays are staged a few days a month and more often in December and January.

How do I reach Star Theatre?

Take the Blue Line to Sovabazar Sutanuti and walk about ten minutes to Hatibagan.

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