Devanand Janki

When love comes back around…it’s never simple. Go inside “Private Lives the Musical” with Devanand Janki and Tommy Newman as they break down the inspiration behind this bold, melodic reimagining. #theatre #broadway #licensing #musicaltheatre #musical

So excited to share this with the world! ✨🥂🎭 Tommy Newman and I are incredibly proud of our new musical adaptation of Noël Coward’s Private Lives, now officially available for licensing through The Licensing House. This piece has been such a joy to develop, and I’m beyond thrilled to see it make its way out into the world. It’s funny, witty, romantic, charming, and full of sparkle — with a killer score by Tommy Newman and amazing orchestrations by Matthew Croft. Looking forward to seeing this new classic produced all across the world. [link in bio] #PrivateLivesTheMusical #NoelCoward #TheLicensingHouse #Licensing #NewMusical

I’m still taking it all in. What an amazing night at South Asian Songbook. I’m overwhelmed with gratitude and couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved. Huge thanks to @prospectmusicals for this beautiful collaboration, and to my incredible team at @theatreincolor all the love, care, artistry, and hard work that made this night possible. To our writers, performers, musicians, hosts, collaborators, and supporters — thank you for sharing your gifts so generously. And to everyone who attended — thank you for showing up and surrounding the evening with such warmth and enthusiasm. It meant the world. My heart is so full. What a joy and honor to celebrate these extraordinary artists and stories. Photo by: @gallerybygeve

Here is Live & In Color’s Artistic Director Devanand Janki @devjanki speaking about The South Asian Songbook, taking place on Monday, March 23rd! This high-energy one-night concert celebrates bold new songs by South Asian composers and lyricists. Curated by Live & In Color, this vibrant evening features dynamic performers, a live band, and fresh musical storytelling that blends humor, culture, and heart. Join us for an unforgettable night spotlighting voices shaping the next generation of musical theatre! 🩵 Hosted by Ari Afsar (Hamilton) & Nina Davuluri (Miss America 2014) Directed by Live & In Color’s Artistic Director Devanand Janki Music Direction by Sheela Ramesh Produced by Anuka Sethi Featuring songs by: Ari Afsar, Utsav Bhargava, Luna Abréu-Santana, Emielyn Das, Harrison Lewis, Devanand Janki, Tommy Newman, Ruchir Khazanchi, Deepak Kumar, Jord Liu, Vaibu Mohan, Sheela Ramesh, Alison Luterman, Shyama Iyer, Sravya Saraswatula, Jonja Merck, SEVAN & Cordela O’Driscoll Performances by: Ari Afsar, Nina Davuluri, Emielyn Das, Kristen Das, Savidu Geevaratne, Avaana Harvey, Nina Jayashankar, Ruchir Khazanchi, Saajan Lakhani, Sierra Lancaster, Vaibu Mohan, Shyama Iyer, SEVAN, Shashank RK & Vikas Venuthurupalli Musicians: Chris McWilliams (Drums) & Justin Rothberg (Guitar) Stage Manager Ernie Fimbres Assistant Stage Manager Joshua Graham Projection Designer Angelina Noelle Live & In Color is a New York–based theatre incubator dedicated to developing new plays and musicals that reflect the diversity of today’s world 🧡 #igniteconcertfestival #ProspectMusicals #nyctheatre #newmusicals #SouthAsianSongbook

@backstagepasswithliachang Prospect Musicals IGNITE Festival in collaboration with Live & in Color is presenting the SOUTH ASIAN SONGBOOK: Writing the Future of Musical Theatre on Monday, March 23 at 7:00pm at Baruch Performing Arts Center, 55 Lexington Ave in New York. /south-asian-songbook-concert Hosted by Hamilton’s Ari Afsar and Miss America 2014 Nina Davuluri — two groundbreaking South Asian artists who have expanded the face of American excellence. The evening is directed by award-winning director and Live & In Color Artistic Director Devanand Janki, with music direction by sheelaramesh , and produced by @anuka.sethi The creative team also includes Stage Manager @ernificus , Assistant Stage Manager Joshua Graham, and Projection Designer @aan9elina The concert will feature songs by Ari Afsar, Utsav Bhargava, Emielyn Das, Cordela O’Driscoll, Devanand Janki, @ruchir.khazanchi , @_kumarde , @harrisonmlewis , Jord Liu, @alison.luterman , @jonjamerck , @vaibumohan , @tommynewmanmusic , Sheela Ramesh, @shyama.iyer , @sravyasaraswatula , and SEVAN, with additional writers to be announced. Performed by Ari Afsar, Emielyn Das, @itskristendas , @the_savidoodle_ , @avaanaharvey , @ninajayashankar , Ruchir Khazanchi, @saajanlakhani_official , Vaibu Mohan, @shyama.iyer , SEVAN, @vikasvenuofficial , and an ensemble of Broadway and rising musical theatre artists, accompanied by a live band. This high-energy one-night concert celebrates bold new songs by South Asian composers and lyricists. This collaboration with Prospect Musicals will feature dynamic performers, a live band, and fresh musical storytelling that blends humor, culture, and heart. Join us for an unforgettable night spotlighting voices shaping the next generation of musical theatre. Ticket Price (Incl. Fees): $59 (premium) | $39 (regular) 3-Show Festival Pass: $133 (premium) | $90 (regular) Member Prices: $42 (premium) | $28 (regular) become a member @mnnnyc

Meet the cast and creative team behind South Asian Songbook! We’ve got more performers to announce, so stay tuned. South Asian Songbook celebrates the extraordinary range of South Asian voices shaping the future of the American musical. Curated by Live & In Color, the evening blends humor, cultural specificity, contemporary storytelling, and emotional depth — offering audiences an exciting glimpse into the next generation of musical theatre. Presented in partnership with @prospectmusicals , IGNITE Festival highlights innovative new musical theatre voices in development and performance. Get your tickets through the link in our bio. #newmusicals #igniteconcertfestival #nyctheatre

So happy @herb_perry and I got to see @devjanki and his beautiful show celebrating Diwali @songsoflightandjoy . I am always so proud of him and the work that he does and it was a joy to see his talented cast and beautiful direction and choreography. Congrats to the whole team. #alanathoopers #diwali #oldfriends #gratefulheart❤️

Happy opening to the cast and creative team of Songs of Light & Joy: A Diwali Celebration. Celebrate the wonder and light of Diwali with Live & In Color and @nyudramatherapy this weekend. 🌟

Lighting up tech week with Diwali magic! What brings you light and joy? 🌟 Tickets are still available through the link in our bio. #SongsofLightandJoy #DiwaliOnStage #BroadwayFlair #SouthAsianStories #festivaloflights

Spotted: Songs of Light & Joy props en route to tech! 🪔 Opening night is only a few days away! See you there l. #diwali #songsoflightandjoy #southasianstories

We look good in any aspect ratio. 🪔 Psst…tickets are selling out to Songs of Light & Joy. Get them now! #diwali #songsoflightandjoy #southasianstories #musicaltheatre

During the celebration of Diwali, Marigolds symbolize prosperity, good luck, positivity, and blessings! 🪔 🌟 Celebrate with us! See Songs of Light & Joy this October at Provincetown Playhouse. Get your tickets through the link in our bio.