The festival will begin with rendition of Kannada theatre songs by theatre artistes and actor Disha Ramesh. There will also be screening of short films and introduction of young theatre artistes and technicians. The seven-day national festival is being organised by Ranga Niranthara, the theatre troupe founded by C.G. The festival will feature six plays, of which three plays to be staged are directed by women. We want youngsters to join and continue in theatre,” said Vittal B., president on Ranga Niranthara..