Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Nataraj Celebrates 2,000 Theatre Shows
Pilla Nataraj is a dedicated theatre artist who has performed in over 2,000 shows.
He started acting as a child and was encouraged by his father.
Nataraj worked in the Irrigation Department but always loved theatre.
He has won awards for his plays and has directed many productions.
He believes theatre is important for educating people and wants the government to support theatre artists.
Nataraj has two sons and a daughter and continues to be supported by his wife, Krishnaveni.
Pilla Nataraj has performed in over 2,000 theatre shows across 50 plays.
His play 'Mahaprasthanam' won Best Production and Best Director awards.
Nataraj was encouraged by his father to participate in dramas from a young age.
He served as the President of Praja Natya Mandali for eight years.
Nataraj advocates for government support to provide earning opportunities for theatre artists.
- Who
- Pilla Nataraj, a theatre activist and retired government employee
- What
- Celebration of performing in over 2,000 theatre shows
- When
- Throughout his career, with recent achievements in 2023
- Where
- Vijayawada, India
- Why
- To promote theatre, educate the public, and encourage youth participation
- Name
- Pilla Nataraj
- Birth Year
- 1962
- Notable Plays
- Mahaprasthanam, Triveni, Bhagat Singh
- Awards
- Best Production, Best Director
- Organizations
- Praja Natya Mandali, Jashuva Cultural Organisation
- Total Shows
- 2,000+
- Mentors
- Banka Hanumantha Rao, M Sanjeevi
- Family Support
- Wife Krishnaveni, Children: 2 sons, 1 daughter