In additional to theatrical performances, it hosts art installations, live music, and a forum.

It is organised by The Necessary Stage (TNS), a non-profit theatre company.

It was after this festival that TNS instituted a policy of appointing a new artistic director every three years to realise their vision for the festival, while building relationships with artists and curators.

[2] On 30 October 2024, it was announced that M1 would sponsor the festival till its 2025 edition, ending 21 years of sponsorship.

[1] TNS announced it will start a fund-raising drive to raise $50,000 to organise the festival after the sponsorship ended.