Creating experiences that stay with you...
Theatre maker, filmmaker, playwright, actor, writer, lyricist, creative producer, cultural curator, and educator with 6+ years of experience creating original work across theatre, film, and live performance. Founder of Vydushak Creative Arts Foundation, dedicated to purpose-led storytelling through theatre, film, music, workshops, and community engagement. Has written and directed multiple original productions, curated 20+ performances and cultural events across India, worked with Motley, and teaches at Whistling Woods International. Internationally recognised for directing Bhutan's first Dzongkha-language proscenium production of 12 Angry Men and the acclaimed short film I Love Ema Datshi. Brings a multidisciplinary, actor-centred approach that combines artistic vision with collaborative leadership and creative excellence across stage and screen.
Had the privilege of being part of the technical team at Motley Productions, working under the direction of Naseeruddin Shah. This experience provided invaluable insight into professional theatre-making, production processes, and the collaborative discipline behind some of India's most respected stage productions.
Collaborated with Ratna Pathak Shah on the critically and commercially acclaimed productions The Father and Old World, contributing as part of the production team while gaining first-hand experience of high-calibre contemporary theatre practice.
A long-standing and trusted Visiting Faculty member at Whistling Woods International, the film school founded by Subhash Ghai. Regularly mentors students across acting, direction, management, and filmmaking disciplines through workshops, lectures, and industry-oriented training, contributing to the institute's practice-led approach to creative education.
Creating theatre, films, and live experiences across performance, direction, production, and arts education.
Over 150 live performances across India in multiple capacities.
Developed and staged four original productions spanning comedy, drama, and family theatre.
Experience across feature films, short films, and independent productions in acting, direction, writing and creative production.
Founded by Aadesh Sharma in 2019, Vydushak is an independent theatre company dedicated to creating bold, entertaining, and socially relevant performances. With a repertoire spanning original productions, contemporary adaptations, adult dramas, children's theatre, and immersive live experiences, the company strives to make theatre accessible while maintaining artistic excellence. Since its inception, Vydushak has presented over multiple performances across India, including productions at prestigious venues such as Prithvi Theatre. The company's work is characterised by a seamless blend of compelling storytelling, music, choreography, and innovative stagecraft, bringing together artists from diverse creative backgrounds. Under Aadesh Sharma's artistic leadership, Vydushak continues to develop original Indian theatre, nurture emerging talent through workshops and training programmes, and create productions that entertain, challenge, and inspire audiences of all ages.
Neem Hakeem Khatra-e-Jaan is a vibrant, quintessentially Indian family entertainer filled with laughter, lively music, energetic dance, and wholesome masti. Rooted in classic Indian humour, the play brings together colourful characters and heartwarming chaos for an unforgettable theatrical experience suitable for audiences of all ages.
Raj Kachori and the Time Machine is a fun-filled family adventure that blends science fiction, fantasy, and Indian storytelling into a thrilling theatrical experience. Packed with humour, music, dance, and larger-than-life characters, the play takes audiences of all ages on an imaginative journey through time, celebrating curiosity, courage, and the joy of dreaming big.
6 Feet Apart is a contemporary social drama that explores domestic abuse, women's healthcare, and emotional isolation with honesty and sensitivity. While tackling these difficult themes, the play never lets go of entertainment, seamlessly weaving humour, music, and dance into a powerful theatrical experience that is as engaging as it is thought-provoking.
River Moving Through Desert or Bus Stand is an abstract and experimental theatrical experience that blurs the boundaries between theatre and cinema. Through poetic imagery, fragmented storytelling, and intimate human encounters, the play explores loneliness, memory, and hope, inviting audiences to interpret its evocative world in their own unique way.
One of India's most celebrated playwrights, novelists, and academics, Dr. Asghar Wajahat is renowned for his significant contribution to contemporary Indian theatre and literature. His encouragement and appreciation of my work have been a deeply meaningful source of motivation in my artistic journey.
Testimonial:
"I have seen your work and felt happy about it. In fact, it is a futuristic approach to theater."
— Dr. Asghar Wajahat
An acclaimed screenwriter known for her contributions to Indian cinema and television, Rekha Nigam appreciated my work for its writing, direction, and musical storytelling, recognising the integration of these elements in one of my original theatrical productions.
Testimonial(after watching 6 Feet Apart):
"Exceptional direction and writing, and the songs are beautifully written."
— Rekha Nigam
Aadesh Sharma's teaching practice bridges formal education, professional training, and community arts. As a Visiting Faculty member at Whistling Woods International, he mentors students across Acting, Direction, Business Management, and Filmmaking programmes, combining academic rigour with practical industry experience. He has also mentored students at Tridha International School under the Steiner (Waldorf) education system, using theatre as a tool for creativity, confidence, and holistic development. Beyond institutional teaching, he has trained aspiring filmmakers, actors, and theatre practitioners from across Bhutan through the Art for People initiative, contributing to the country's growing performing arts ecosystem. He regularly designs and facilitates corporate, educational, and community workshops for participants of all ages, using theatre, storytelling, and the arts to foster creativity, communication, collaboration, leadership, and emotional intelligence.
Replace fear and deception with trust and belief, and watch the extraordinary things people create.
— Aadesh Sharma
To create stories that resonate with ordinary people by revealing the extraordinary within everyday lives. The focus is on crafting experiences that are honest, immersive, and emotionally meaningful rather than superficial. Equally important is nurturing environments where people of all ages can explore the arts and themselves with trust, belief, and freedom. Spaces that encourage individuality over imitation, empower authentic expression, and inspire every person to realise their fullest potential.
Available for:
- Theatre & Film Direction
- Film, Theatre & Live Event Production
- Performance & Cultural Curation
- Acting, Filmmaking & Theatre Workshops
- Scriptwriting, Playwriting & Lyric Writing
- Creative Development & Story Consultation
- Artistic Mentorship
- Purpose-led Creative Collaborations across Stage, Screen & Live Experiences
E-mail: msdaadesh@gmail.com