Lit Fest

A Journey through Wonder and Treasure Island

On the 12^th February, 2025, the eighth day of the JGIS Lit Fest, the talented young performers of Class VIII presented a captivating dual performance that left the audience spellbound. The first play, Wonder by R.J. Palacio, beautifully portrayed the poignant journey of an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face. Through their heartfelt expressions and actions, the students skillfully evoked deep emotions, emphasizing the themes of kindness, empathy and acceptance.

A celebration of literature, culture and creativity!

On the 11th February, 2025, the seventh day of the JGIS Lit Fest came alive with a beautiful and evocative stage performance, bringing to life the timeless works of “The Very Best of Rabindranath Tagore” and “The Best of O. Henry”. The Class VII students delivered remarkable performances, infusing these iconic literary pieces with vibrancy, emotion and creativity.

Reliving the Magic of Shakespeare!

On 10^th February 2025, the talented students of Class VI captivated the audience into the wondrous world of Shakespeare, where every word sparkled with creativity and every story came alive in the most unforgettable way.

The occasion was graced by the distinguished Ms. Elizabeth Verghese, Former Deputy General Manager at RBI, as the Chief Guest.

The talented Class V students delivered another unforgettable day of literary brilliance with a heartwarming portrayal of “Charlotte’s Web” story by E.B. White on the 7^th February, 2025. The esteemed Ms. Raksha Bharadia, an author, editor, columnist and speaker, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, adding to the significance of the day.

On the 4^th day of the JGIS Fest, Class I students performed The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde on 6^th February 2025. With Dr. Falguni Vasavada, Professor at MICA, as the Chief Guest, the students captivated the audience by bringing the novel to life through expressive acting, dynamic body language and confident narration. Their energetic performance, enhanced by dancers, left a lasting impression on all present, showcasing their remarkable talent and creativity.

The students of Class II brought the timeless tale of “Fantastic Mr. Fox” by Roald Dahl to life with remarkable flair on 5^th February 2025. Through their vibrant performances, they skillfully transformed the words on a page into dynamic expressions of creativity and imagination, allowing the essence of the story to come alive in ways that were both educational and profoundly meaningful.

We are excited to continue our journey through the world of literature with another captivating novel. On Tuesday, 4^th February 2025, the students of Class III portrayed an enchanting story “James and the Giant Peach” written by Roald Dahl. Prof. Nutan Kotak, an eminent scholar and Head of the Department of English at the School of Languages, Gujarat University, graced the event as the Chief Guest for the day.

Storytelling is the art of conveying ideas, emotions and experiences through narratives. This sentiment echoed throughout the 6th edition of the JGIS LIT FEST-2025, a vibrant celebration of literature and creativity hosted by JG International School. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. Indira Nityanandam (Principal (Retd), Smt. S.R. Mehta Arts College, Ahmedabad and Director, Bharatiya Bhasha Sanskriti Sansthan, Gujarat Vidyapith), as the Chief Guest of the day.

On 14^th February, 2024, the eighth day of the JGIS LIT FEST, the students of Class-VIII presented a stupendous performance of two plays based on their novels ‘Ahimsa’ by Supriya Kelkar and ‘The Hobbit’ by J.R.R. Tolkien. The play portrayed the elements of patriotism, equality, untouchability and unity. The efforts of a small girl and the determination that came out of her innocent mind became a reason for equal education opportunities for the marginalized section of the society.

On 13^th February, 2024, the seventh day of the JGIS LitFest, the students of class VII showcased a commendable level of commitment when they showcased a story 'The Homecoming' from their novel, 'Tales from Rabindranath Tagore' and The Diary of a Young Girl - Anne Frank'. The performance resonated with the audience through its emotional depth and engaging character portrayals. This story left a very heartening message: There is no place like home and the importance of appreciating and finding contentment in one’s roots and the simplicity of home.

The sixth day of the JGIS Lit Fest, 12^th February, 2024, was a visual treat as the performance of "The Merchant of Venice" by the students of Class - VI was an extraordinary display of talent and dedication.

On 9^th February, 2024, the fifth day of the JGIS LIT FEST the students of Class-III portrayed an enchanting story ‘James and the Giant Peach’ written by Roald Dahl. Ms. Suchitra Balasubrahmanyan, an eminent Professor at Institute of Design, Nirma University was the Chief Guest for the Fest.

On 8^th February, 2024 the students of Class-V portrayed a heartwarming story called Charlotte’s Web written by E.B White. It was a story which strengthened the momentousness of values such as selflessness and commitment in friendship. The students were able to bring the novel characters to life by their magnificent facial expressions, body language and eye contact. The play had enthusiastic dancers who were extremely agile and took the play to the next level. The play characters were completely involved in their role and performed it with complete conviction.

On 7^th February, 2024, the 3^rd day of the JGIS LIT FEST, the students of Class-I, showcased their talents by presenting the book, The Cat in The Hat by Dr. Suess. The chief guest for the day was Mr. Dhvanit Thaker, the popular RJ from Radio Mirchi, a Gujarati singer and actor who is currently associated with philanthropic activities.  

“Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world”. Students of Class-II presented the novel “Alice in Wonderland” on 6^th February, 2024. Students showcased their talents through dance and drama. Emphasis was given to the development of all different kinds of skills so that each student gets exposure. Stories restore imagination and instill hope again and again.

Ms. Abhignya Sajja, an author and writer was the chief guest for the day.