The Performing Arts Community of Atlanta (PACA) presented its “Stage to Community” showcase on December 20, 2025, at Global Mall in Atlanta. The six-month-old collective was founded by Ritambhara Mittal, with a shared vision alongside Jairaj Kamal and Praful Kumar Panchal. The founders aim to support community artists in balancing creative passion with professional commitments.
A key highlight of the evening was PACA’s handmade theater concept. According to a statement from the organization, every element of the production was designed and created by the artists themselves. The showcase opened with two distinctive features: a painting representing PACA Theater by artist Geeta Buttan, unveiled as the inaugural artwork, and a mechanically engineered curtain crafted by theater artist and engineer Sachin Bapat.
“Performances were designed and directed by Ritambhara Mittal, using a miniature-theater model that emphasized disciplined time management and efficient collaboration. The acts were developed through a balanced mix of online and in-person rehearsals,” the statement added.
The three-hour program featured a wide range of performances, including mime, chorus, voice modulation, science-fiction interpretations, comedy, emotional personification, socially themed plays, and a well-received Kid’s Play, PACA noted. A full audience applauded the creativity and dedication of PACA’s diverse team of working professionals. Community leaders attended in person, while national and international artists shared their blessings from afar.
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Atlanta cinema figure Sanjay Arora described the event as “an inspirational evening by PACA Theater, Atlanta.”
Looking ahead, the statement said PACA Theater plans to expand youth theater training, promote global theater literature, support social causes such as autism and women’s health awareness, strengthen artist networks, and collaborate with the National School of Drama for the 2026 silver jubilee celebration of the Bharangam Theater Festival in Atlanta.
The event received support from community leaders and partners including Krishan Goyal, Mustafa Ajmeri, Shree Grocery, Global Mall, Sia Events, and the Dynodine food app.
As 2026 begins, PACA Theater Atlanta has also introduced a new “Yoga and Theater” initiative, launched on January 1, 2026.
