Two Decades ofArtistic Evolution
From Theatre stages to silver screens, every role has been a stepping stone in this remarkable journey of storytelling and performance.
Theatre Foundation
Backstage Work to Actor
Started journey as a backstage work at Premchand Rangshala, Patna, practiced every aspects of theatre production and assisted in costume, sets, property making, makeup, rehearsal incharge etc. in various productions.
Academic Foundation & Multi-Media Debut
Student, Emerging Actor & Media Professional
Completed Higher Secondary (+2) from RMR Seminary Patna, B.Sc. (IT) from Kuvempu University, and Higher Diploma in Software Engineering from NIIT, Patna. Stepped on stage as chorus actor with one line dialogue, journey begins to supporting and leading roles in Hindi, Maithili and Bhojpuri languages through various leading theatre organisations of Patna theatre Like, Theatre Unit, Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA) Patna, Chetna Samiti, Bhangima, Bihar Art Theatre (B.A.T), Kala Jagran, Prastuti etc. Started learning Mime art from Bihar Art Theatre in association with Modern Mime Centre, Kolkata. Attended National and International level Theatre workshop. Worked in many street shows on various social issues organised by theatre organisations, NGO's and Government bodies. On screen work, faced camera and performed in many music video albums, short films and documentary for DD Bharti. Also worked back of the camera and witnessed the skills of pre production to post production related work like assistant direction, shooting Cordinator, artist basic level acting training, editing supervision etc.
Professional Development & Education
MBA Graduate & Workshop Conductor
Completed PGDBA-MBA in HR from MITSDE Pune while maintaining active participation in various theatre festivals and continued performance in various plays. Started conducting acting and mime workshops with children in schools and theatre organisations alongside academic studies, establishing foundation as an educator.
Intensive Professional Training
NSD Scholar & Academy Student
Completed one year residential certificate course in Dramatic Arts at National School of Drama, Sikkim Theatre Training Centre, Gangtok, Sikkim. Subsequently studied one year at Academy of Theatre Arts, University of Mumbai, developing advanced professional skills in dramatic performance and theatrical techniques.
Global Recognition & Advanced Research
International Artist, Scholar & Master Educator
Completed M.A. (Dramatics) from University Department of Music and Dramatics, L. N. Mithila University, Darbhanga. Currently pursuing PhD in 'Acting Techniques of Bharata's Natyashastra and Stanislavski's Realism on stage and cinema: An Analytical study' (final year) from Manipur International University under supervision of Dr. Bidyananda Yumlembam Singh (Assistant Prof. MIU, Manipur) and co-supervision of Dr. Alima Moldakhmetova (Senior Lecturer) from T. Z. Kazakh National Academy of Arts, Almaty, Kazakhstan. Achieved remarkable theatre experience of acting in 100+ stage productions, excluding 1500+ open air performances and mime shows. Directed National and International projects in Hindi, Maithili, English, Telugu, Punjabi, Russian and Kazakh languages. As an acting mentor, trained more than 5000 youth in India and 200+ participants abroad.
20 Years of Artistic Evolution
From backstage work in Patna to international stages in Kazakhstan - a journey spanning academia, performance, and cultural education
Entrepreneurial & Educational Initiatives
Academy of Theatre Arts, Mumbai University
Visiting Faculty (7+ Years)
Enriched the academic landscape as visiting faculty, sharing expertise in acting and mime techniques, directing, and cultural adaptation with students across multiple institutions.
Key Achievements:
Educational Leadership
ICCR & Embassy of India Projects
Cultural Ambassador
Garnered appreciation from ICCR Pune, Ministry of External Affairs, and Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre for promoting Indian culture through innovative theatrical productions.
Key Achievements:
International Work
Research Scholar & Articles
Research Scholar & Author
Contributing nationally and internationally through scholarly articles and pursuing groundbreaking research on comparative acting techniques in his doctoral studies.
Key Achievements:
Research & Publication
Open-Air Performance Initiative
Actor, Director & Educator
Organized and performed in over 1500 open-air shows addressing diverse social issues, creating awareness and positive change through accessible theatre. Worked with UNICEF, Women Development Corporation, Mukhyamantri nari sashaktikaran yojna as an actor and team leader in various social issues like child labour, poverty, human trafficking, dowery etc and appreciated by the local public after the show.
Key Achievements:
Social Impact Theatre
International Projects
Sita Ram - A Tale of Indian Mythology
Astana, Kazakhstan
Directed this adaptation of Ramayana in Kazakh and Russian languages, working with students of Kazakh National Academy of Choreography.
Karma - Mahabharata Interpretation
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Dramatic interpretation of the iconic conversation between Krishna and Arjun from Mahabharata in Kazakh language.
Professional Development Workshop
Arena Stage, USA
Attended teacher training workshops, bringing international best practices to Indian theatre education.
Vision for Global Theatre Education
"Education is not just about learning techniques; it's about building bridges between cultures and creating a global community of artists who understand both tradition and innovation."
"So Let's make a revolution in education with theatre and cinematic art education"
- Kumar Sumitt
Future Initiatives & Goals
Global Theatre Academy
Establishing an international platform for cross-cultural theatre education, bringing together students and faculty from around the world.
Digital Learning Platform
Creating online resources and virtual workshops to make traditional Indian theatre techniques accessible to global audiences.