Shivu Shiradadu is a Theatre Faculty member with extensive experience in theatre education, life skills training, and community development. With a strong foundation in technical education and professional theatre, he has actively contributed as an actor, director, technical artist, and trainer across various cultural and educational platforms. He has performed in more than 50 stage programmes and plays and has directed several acclaimed theatre productions, including children’s theatre and street plays. His work integrates theatre with education, social awareness, and life skills development. He is deeply committed to empowering children, youth, teachers, and communities through creative expression and participatory learning.

Writings & Creative Works

He has written articles related to theatre and education and authored plays such as Tappu, Esuru, and Gandharva Sena (Children’s Play).

Plays Directed

Sunna Suttu, Govinahadu, Sum Summe, Bisi Oota Thangala Paata, Hallige Banda Dilli Saheba, Nayimari, Madyama Vyayoga, Krishne Gowdana Ane, along with street plays and children’s theatre workshops.

Workshops & Trainings

He has conducted Theatre in Education programmes at Rashtriya Rangotsava, Bengaluru, and Manjushree, Sira, along with career guidance and life skills workshops in schools and high schools.

Awards

Recipient of the Dr. Puneeth Rajkumar Rajyotsava Award.