In Ahmedabad, the Shamiana screening is held at the popular Natrani amphitheatre under open sky against a backdrop of the serene Sabarmati River. Each movie is introduced by Cyrus Dastur who gives us a sneak peek at what to expect. The mélange of emotions that follow include intensity, anger, happiness, joy, sorrow, euphoria, humor and laughter. Audiences leave their worries at home and come to watch short films under open skies at the Natrani Amphitheater while the river Sabarmati reflects the colors of the city in the backdrop.
In 1994, Darpana’s amphitheatre Natarani, Gujarat’s only state-of-the-arts venue, came into existence to give local audiences the opportunity to see world class performance, and to give artists a platform to build on. Each year Natarani presents close to 80 events, including dance performances, concerts, plays, cultural programmes and films. Natarani’s café offers young writers, poets or music groups its space to hold informal performances, jam sessions and readings. The open gallery space allows Natarani to host thematic events encompassing live performances, craft demonstrations and sale, sculpture and painting exhibitions and specialty food at the café go with the theme.
Watching Short films at Natrani filled with packed audiences from all walks of life is surely a treat for the senses. A place where artists, thinkers, writers, poets, modern day workaholics, students, and many others come together, united by the common passion for Short films, makes the evening truly remarkable! 
