[1] Established by Padmashri Hari Uppal, a master in Manipuri and Kathakali dance forms, it was officially opened in 1963.

[2] The building contains dance and drama studios,[3] a gallery space, and an art museum.

[4] The programme of performances ranges from theatre,[5] to live music, comedy, dance, visual art, spoken word and children's events.

The art museum showcases a wide range of elements of antiquity.

The items on display include terracotta, jewelry, metal objects, stone sculptures, stone tools, pottery, musical instruments, wooden palki, textiles and masks dated between 500 B.C.