Himanshu Sitlani

Age: 38 Ethnicity: Indian (South Asian) Occupation and/or Company: Co-Artistic Director of Nautanki Bazaar, Toronto and Patron Services Manager at the Factory Theatre, Toronto Years of experience: 15 Personal & professional philosophy: You will always succeed if you believe in what you're doing. Upcoming performances/ project: Producer, Co-Playwright and Performer in Nautanki Bazaar’s “An IMM-Permanent” as part of Why Not Theatre’s RISER Project at The Theatre Centre in Toronto from April 12-19. What is the highlight of your work? One milestone was when the play I produced won the best play in an Indian theatre festival. It was a humbling and motivating experience to keep following my passion in the creative arts. Future goals: To create a bridge between creative artists in Canada and India.