Sanjay Apte

Sanjay Apte is a versatile actor and director closely associated with CalAA. In addition to his theatrical talents, he has been actively contributing to CalAA’s productions through his exceptional set-building skills, often collaborating with Sanjay Pachpande. Known for his sharp comedic sense and remarkable versatility, Sanjay excels across various genres of theater.

Chinmoy Bhagwat

Chinmoy, a co-founder of CalAA, oversees music and poetry events, driven by his deep passion for Urdu Shayari and Marathi literature. Based in Pune, India, he also leads CalAA’s initiatives in the region.

Avadhoot Bhambare

Avadhoot leads the Sandbox, CalAA’s monthly play-reading activity, which has served as a vital stepping stone for many aspiring CalAAkars to launch their theatrical careers. A multi-faceted artist, Avadhoot has both acted in and directed numerous CalAA productions. He has also represented CalAA through his one-man shows, performing across various parts of the country and internationally.

Anand Ghanekar

Anand serves as a mentor to the entire CalAA team and its India Program Committee. A seasoned theater veteran with ties to several renowned groups in Pune, he has directed numerous experimental plays for CalAA. Known for his out of the box thinking, Anand spearheads the artistic stage design for all CalAA productions.

Anannya Joshi

Passionate about theater since childhood, Anannya began his journey with CalAA through one-act plays. His inquisitive nature and attention to detail have helped him evolve into a skilled artist and director. In addition to assisting Hemangi with “Sameep” activities, Anannya manages CalAA’s website and serves as the technical lead for the organization’s online presence.

Mukund Marathe

Mukund, a co-founder and the current treasurer of CalAA, has been the visionary leader guiding the team since its inception. A gifted actor and director, he has been actively involved in numerous theater productions across the United States. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, the Arts & Culture Commission of the City of Cupertino honored him with the Distinguished Artist Silver Award in 2023.

Sanjay Pachpande

Sanjay is a talented author, actor, and director at CalAA. With a deep passion for engineering, he serves as the backbone of set design for all of CalAA’s productions. Additionally, Sanjay has made significant contributions as an author, creating remarkable one-act plays for the organization.

Niranjan Page

Niranjan manages CalAA’s India Programs and has been the key representative for all overseas productions invited by CalAA to perform in the United States. A talented actor with a unique vision, Niranjan has also directed several plays for CalAA. Additionally, he leads the marketing efforts for all events involving CalAA.

Shirish Sathe

Shirish has been a key member of CalAA’s team for over two decades. He has played a leading role in organizing the CalAAnand event and has also acted in several CalAA productions. A visionary leader, Shirish has been instrumental in securing sponsorships for the organization.

Hemangi Wadekar

Hemangi is a talented playwright and actress associated with CalAA. She leads “Sameep,” CalAA’s flagship brand dedicated to parallel theater activities. In addition, Hemangi manages CalAAudioscope, the organization’s podcast and audio channel. She has also directed numerous children’s theater productions and delivered exceptional poetry recitals for CalAA.

Manoj Wadekar

Manoj is the current President of CalAA and oversees the organization’s main stage production events. A talented actor and director, Manoj combines his passion for theater with a strong vision, driving CalAA forward and helping it reach new milestones.