It has been more than 12 years since the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) opened its doors in Hitec City, Hyderabad. Established as one of four regional centres in India, it is an autonomous organisation under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, which has been designed to train teachers.
In 2014, a 900-seater, open-air amphitheatre was built on this four-acre land, thus gradually transitioning the Centre into a multidisciplinary space that promotes music, dance and cultural events. CCRT charges ₹10,000 per day and permits only shows that propagate culture, says consultant Y Chandrasekhar. It is not open to ticketed shows or private functions.
