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November 16 - December 13, 2024 India
MANDALA, a collaboration between Chandana Bala Kalyan and Amrita Lahiri, choreographed and directed by Leela Samson, is touring four Indian cities – Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai and Delhi. Mandala is a journey through themes of Shringara (love), Viraha (separation), Maya (illusion), and Aikya (dissolution). It is a dialogue between the dancer and the singer, using poetry from saint poets of India, including Kabir, Annamacharya, Kshetrayya, and Kanakadasa. Mandala is a poetic journey that traces the path from the outer circle of love to separation, to disillusionment, to the ultimate realization that we are one at the core.
-Nov 16, Bangalore: Bangalore International Centre
-Nov 18, Chennai: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 6.30pm. Entry free.
-Dec 7, Mumbai
-Dec 13, Delhi: India Habitat Centre
November 26 - December 8, 2024 Bangalore
Nadam presents the 25th edition of the KALANADAM festival.
Venue: Shankara Foundation - Kanakapura Road (day 1 & 2), Ravindra Kalakshetra-JC Road (days 7 – 12), Alliance Francaise de Bangalore, Kondajji Basappa Auditorium (days 3 – 6)
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Schedule
E-mail: nadamfestival@gmail.com
Website: nadam.in
December 1 - 5, 2024 Konark, Odisha
The KONARK FESTIVAL is held every year, from 1st to 5th Dec in the Open Air Auditorium, Konark, in the backdrop of the mammoth Sun Temple, co-organised by the Tourism Department and Odissi Research Centre, from 6pm to 8.30pm.
Dec 1:
Odissi: Utkal Sangita Mahavidyalaya, Bhubaneswar
Kathak: Malti Shyam, Delhi
Dec 2:
Manipuri: Priti Patel, Kolkata
Odissi: Shinjan Nrityalaya (Aloka Kanungo), Kolkata
Dec 3:
Odissi: Darpani (Arnab Bandyopadhyay), Kolkata
Mohiniyattam: Dr. Sunanda Nair, USA
Dec 4:
Kuchipudi: Deepika Reddy, Hyderabad
Odissi: Rudrakshya Foundation (Bichitrananda Swain), Bhubaneswar
Dec 5:
Odissi: Diksha Manjari (Dona Ganguly), Kolkata
Bharatnatyam:Geeta Chandran, New Delhi
December 1, 2024 - January 30, 2025 Chennai
Kartik Fine Arts presents its GOLDEN JUBILEE YEAR ART FESTIVAL.
Schedule
NATYA DARSHAN seminar takes place on Dec 14 & 15.
Venue: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore.
Bharatanatyam recitals take place from Jan 2-5 (Narada Gana Sabha mini hall), Jan 6-8 (Bala Ganapathy Hall), Jan 15-30 (Narada Gana Sabha mini hall), 2025.
Contact: (044) - 24997788 / kartikfinearts@gmail.com
December 4, 11 & 18, 2024 Chennai
MARGAZHI & MEZZE, curated by Aalaap in collaboration with Gobbelin, a cafe and restaurant housed in Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, is a three-part conversation series set against the backdrop of Chennai’s vibrant Margazhi season of music and dance. This event will explore the intersection of artistry, friendship, and food, bringing together artistes with promise and potential for an engaging discussion that will be followed by some Mezze and coffee.
Scheduled across three Wednesdays in December- 4th, 11th, and 18th - Margazhi & Mezze will be held between 3pm and 4.15pm.
- Dec 4: Sumesh Narayanan (mridangam) and Ramkumar Kanakarajan (drums)
- Dec 11: Sriranjani Santhanagopalan and Bharat Sundar (Carnatic vocalists)
- Dec 18: Dr. Apoorva Jayaraman and Shweta Prachande (BN dancers)
Venue: Gobbelin, 56, B Ramachandra Adithanar Road, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar
Tickets are priced at Rs. 400 per session.
Info: aalaap.concepts@gmail.com
December 5, 2024 Mumbai
NMACC presents KATHAK KI ADA, LAVANI KA THUMKA by Aditi Dance Collective. Celebrating the vibrant fusion of Kathak and Lavani, the program delves into the unique harmony between these two iconic dance forms, both deeply rooted in Maharashtra’s cultural heritage. Kathak performers Harshada Jambekar, Manali Kulkarni, and Urvi Suki join forces with Lavani dancers Smita Vetale and Sujata Jadhav.
At: The Studio Theatre, NMACC, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai 400 098, 8pm
Info: (022) – 3570 5570 / reachus@nmacc.com
December 6, 2024 Mumbai
NCPA presents ‘SARI’ – The Unstitched by Daksha Sheth Dance Company. As the quintessential expression of the weaver’s imagination, talent and skill, the sari continues to be the jewel of the Indian handloom industry. Each sari is a unique extension of the weaver’s own body: his fingers and arms are both the tools and measuring sticks used during its creation. This union of the sari and the wearer is expressed through the sensuality of dance. It traces the journey of a cotton seed from its germination through numerous manual processes - carding, combing, spinning, making yarn, dyeing, and finally, the weaving of a sari, which is draped in diverse styles. The choreography includes breathtaking aerial dances.
At: Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, 6.30pm
December 6 & 7, 2024 Vancouver, Canada
The Dance Centre and Mandala Arts & Culture present a Bharatanatyam recital SHIVA (HE)-SHAKTI (SHE) conceived and performed by Kiruthika Rathanaswami and Malavika Santosh. Choreographed by Jai Govinda.
At: Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver, 8pm
Info: govindajai@yahoo.com
December 6 - 27, 2024 Chennai
Kanakavalli presents a performance series RASA: THE MARGAZHI EDIT curated by Aalaap on Dec 6, 13, 20 & 27.
Schedule
At: Kingsley, Spurtank Rd, 6.30pm
December 7, 2024 Palo Alto, CA
In Pratibha chamber concert series, Yuva Bharati presents Bharatanatyam by Vibha Raju
Midpen Media Center Studios, 900 San Antonio Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 4pm. Free for all.
Info: info@yuvabharati.org
December 7 & 13, 2024 Mumbai & Delhi
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MANDALA, a collaboration between Chandana Bala Kalyan and Amrita Lahiri, choreographed and directed by Leela Samson, is a journey through themes of Shringara (love), Viraha (separation), Maya (illusion), and Aikya (dissolution). It is a dialogue between the dancer and the singer, using poetry from saint poets of India, including Kabir, Annamacharya, Kshettraya, and Kanakadasa.
- Dec 7: NMACC, Mumbai at 8pm. Ticketed show.
- Dec 13: India Habitat Centre, New Delhi at 7.30pm. Free entry
Info: amrita.lahiri@gmail.com
December 8, 2024 Kolkata
Chidakash Kalalaya presents a special lecture demonstration SAMVADA, an interactive session by Dr. Ileana Citaristi (Odissi and Chhau dancer and instructor). The session shall be conducted by Tamal Mukherjee and veteran art critic Tapati Chowdhurie.
At: at Chidakash Art Space, 11.30am
December 8, 2024 San Jose, CA
Shakti Unveiled, solo production by Rasika Kumar takes you on an intimate journey, revealing how, as Indian women navigating our lives, we endure a thousand subtle cuts that slowly diminish us, forcing us to shrink and occupy less space in the world.
At: Delmar HS Theater, 1224 Del Mar Ave, San Jose, CA 95128, 4pm
Info: addanceco@gmail.com or 408-871-5959
December 9, 2024 - January 15, 2025 Chennai
Sri Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha presents its 45TH ISAI, IYAL, NATAKA VIZHA 2024-2025.
Schedule
At: Vani Mahal, 103 GN Rd, T Nagar, Chennai 600017
Info: (044) - 28152166 / vanimahal@gmail.com
December 10, 2024 Mumbai
The book ‘ASTAD DEBOO: AN ICON OF INDIAN CONTEMPORARY DANCE’ by Ketu Katrak will be launched at Kitab Khana, Fort, Mumbai, at 5.30pm.
December 12, 2024 Mumbai
NMACC presents SAMANVAYA: HARMONY IN DUALITY by Viraja & Shyamjith Kiran, who present an enthralling lineup of classical pieces, showcasing the beauty and spiritual depth of Bharatanatyam.
At The Cube, NMACC, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai 400 098, 7.30pm
Info: (022) - 3570 5570 / reachus@nmacc.com
December 12 - 14, 2024 Mumbai
NCPA presents PRAVAHA DANCE FESTIVAL 2024. Pravaha is dedicated to new creations in dance by artistes who have distilled years of experience into these works.
Day 1, Dec 12
*Bharatanatyam by Nina Rajarani & Troupe, Godrej Dance Theatre, 5pm
*Kuchipudi by Sreelakshmy Govardhanan & Troupe and Manipuri by Bimbavati Devi & Troupe, Experimental Theatre, 6.30pm
Day 2, Dec 13
*Bharatanatyam by Rama Vaidyanathan Experimental Theatre, 6.30pm
Day 3, Dec 14
*Bharata Nrithyam by Aishwariya Harish & Troupe and Bharatanatyam by Revathi Srinivasraghavan & Troupe, Godrej Dance Theatre, 11am
*Kathak by Gauri Diwakar & Troupe and Kathakali by Sadanam Balakrishnan & Troupe Experimental Theatre, 5pm
Box Office: +91 22 66223754
December 12 - 16, 2024 Chennai
Nadha Sudha presents its DANCE FESTIVAL at Ganapathy Sachidananda Ashram Hall, Baby Nagar, Velachery, 4pm
Schedule
December 13, 2024 - January 2, 2025 Chennai
Krishna Gana Sabha presents its 68TH MARGAZHI MELA.
Schedule
Venue: Krishna Gana Sabha, 20 Maharajapuram Santhanam Salai, T Nagar
Info: (044) - 28140806 / krishnaganasabha@gmail.com
December 14 & 15, 2024 Mumbai
- Dec 14: NMACC presents KONARK: A GLIMPSE INTO ETERNITY by Rahul Acharya. In this performance, Acharya is accompanied by a traditional Odissi orchestra from Bhubaneswar, weaving together compositions such as Shabda Swara Pata, Pallavi, and Mukti Shloka on Suryanarayana.
At: The Studio Theatre, 8pm
- Dec 15: NMACC presents ODISSI: THE RITUAL DANCE - A lecture demonstration by Rahul Acharya. The immersive experience traces the evolution of Odissi, from its sacred temple rituals to the global stage. Dr. Acharya shares rare archival footage of Jagannath temple rituals and Mahari dance traditions, offering a fascinating glimpse into the ancient origins and spiritual foundations of Odissi.
At The Cube, NMACC, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai 400 098, 10.30am
Info: (022) - 3570 5570 / reachus@nmacc.com
December 14 & 15, 2024 Chennai
Kartik Fine Arts presents NATYA DARSHAN seminar convened by Narthaki Nataraj.
- Dec 14:
9.30am: Keynote address
10am: Annamayya-The body as the temple, by Supriya (Trichy) and Sandhya Krishna (Tirupur)
10.45am: Coffee break
11am: Dancing in the Insta world - panel discussion by Padma Subrahmanyam, Priyadarsini Govind & Narthaki Nataraj
12pm: Pranamaya-The Resonance of the temple bell, by Guru Kittappa Pillai’s family, Tanjavur
5.30pm: Kathak by Hari & Chethana
7pm: Bharatanatyam by Aswathy & Srikanth
- Dec 15:
9am: Manonmaya-the colorful mind, by Shruti Priya, Ashwini Vishwanath, Ananthasree, Pranathi Ramadorai
9.45am: Vijnanamaya-the alchemy of emotions, by Gayatri Kannan & Mahati, Nandini Ramani & Sushama, Jayanthi Subramaniam & Sumitra
10.30am: Coffee break
10.45am: What is the purpose? Entertain or Elevate
Panel Discussion by V.P. Dhananjayan & Shantha Dhananjayan, Parveen Sultana & Narthaki Nataraj.
11.45am: Anandamaya-the divine joy, by Priya Murle, Sreelatha Vinod
5.30pm: Mohiniattam by Neena Prasad
7pm: Bharatanatyam by Leela Samson and group
At: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore
December 15, 2024 Mumbai
NMACC presents EXORDIUM by Vishwakiran Nambi Dance Company. Blending social themes with modern dance, this evening explores the pressing issues of food scarcity and urbanisation through inventive choreography.
At The Cube, NMACC, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai 400 098, 7.30pm
Info: (022) - 3570 5570 / reachus@nmacc.com
December 15, 2024 - January 17, 2025 Chennai
Bharat Kalachar presents 36TH MARGHAZHI MAHOTSAV
Schedule
At: Sri YGP Auditorium, No:17, Tirumalai Road, T Nagar, Chennai 600017
Info: (044) - 28343045 / 43335259 / mebkygm2015@gmail.com
December 16, 2024 Chennai
The 91st birth anniversary GURU SMARANANJALI of Roja Kannan’s late Guru Adyar K Lakshman will be celebrated. The institution of a Lifetime Achievement Award in memory of Roja’s Guru to be awarded to senior artistes who have been associated with him. This year the Award will be conferred on Adyar K. Gopinath, renowned mridangam vidwan, younger brother of Lakshman sir, for his immense contribution to the art of Bharatanatyam as a mridangam artiste, as a Guru and for his innumerable jathi compositions for Bharatanatyam. The Award consists of a gold medal, citation and cash award of Rs.10,000.
The celebrations will feature short performances of Lakshman sir's choreographies by disciples of SSuvarnalatha from Hyderabad, (senior disciple of Adyar K. Lakshman) and Madhavi Marellapudi (disciple of Roja Kannan) from Hyderabad. The finale will be a performance by disciples of Roja Kannan of a specially composed pada varnam on GURU.
At: the Mylapore Fine Arts Club auditorium, Musiri Subramaniam Salai, Mylapore, Chennai 600004, 6pm.
Info: rojakannan6@gmail.com
December 16, 2024 - January 1, 2025 Chennai
The Music Academy’s ACADEMIC SESSIONS during the Chennai music season presided by T.M. Krishna.
Theme: Aesthetics and Synaesthetics: Reflections on Raga in Indian Art
Schedule
Admission: Open to all, first come first serve basis.
Venue: The Music Academy, New No. 168, T.T.K. Road, Chennai 600 014
Info: (044) - 28112231 / music@musicacademymadras.com
December 18 - 31, 2024 Chennai
Indian Fine Arts Society presents 92ND SOUTH INDIAN MUSIC CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL.
Schedule
At: Ethiraj Kalyana Nilayam, 87 TTK Rd, Alwarpet, Chennai 600018
Info: +91 78457 55481
December 18, 2024 - January 19, 2025 Chennai
The Mylapore Fine Arts Club presents its 73RD YEAR ART FESTIVAL.
Schedule
At: Mylapore Fine Arts Club, 45 Musiri Subramaniam Rd, Mylapore
Info: (044) – 24997755
December 21, 2024 Chennai
Nina Rajarani’s Srishti ensemble presents SEVENS. Presented by Bharata Kalanjali.
At: TEACH auditorium, Taramani, 6pm
Info: bkalanjali@gmail.com
December 23, 2024 - January 2, 2025 Chennai
Kalakshetra Foundation presents its 71ST ANNUAL ART FESTIVAL.
Schedule
At: Bharata Kalakshetra auditorium, Kalakshetra Foundation, Thiruvanmiyur, 6pm
Info: (044) – 24523418 / 24521844
December 25, 2024 Chennai
Sparsha presents WHERE THE MUSIC MEETS THE DANCE featuring Mavin Khoo and Brindha Manickavasakan.
At: Sparsha studio, Villa 5, 2/570 Singaravelar St, Neelankarai, 2pm
Info: contact@vidhyasubramanian.com
December 26 - 29, 2024 Chennai
The Krishna Gana Sabha presents the 42nd edition of NATYA KALA CONFERENCE conceived and curated by Nirupama-Rajendra titled ABHIJATA.
Details
December 27 - 29, 2024 Kuchipudi village, Andhra Pradesh
The Kuchipudi Heritage Arts Society celebrates 50 years of the Kuchipudi flag with the KUCHIPUDI NATYAPATHAKA SWARNOTSAVULU, a 3 day festival in Kuchipudi village. The Kuchipudi flag, created by the late hereditary Kuchipudi guru, Kendra Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee, Guru Vedantam Parvateesam, represents the essence of the Kuchipudi art form's identity. This festival will feature Kuchipudi Yakshaganas, Kuchipudi Nritya Rupakams, solo performances, a Maha Brinda Natyam, educational seminars and master class workshops by eminent Kuchipudi gurus. To commemorate this momentous occasion, a 50-foot stupa will be installed along with the Kuchipudi flag hoisting.
For more information, please visit: www.kuchipudiheritage.com
Contact: digital.kuchipudiheritage@gmail.com
January 3 - 9, 2025 Chennai
The Music Academy’s 18TH DANCE FESTIVAL features morning, afternoon and evening performances. Evening shows are ticketed.
Schedule
Venue: The Music Academy, New No. 168, T.T.K. Road, Chennai 600 014
Info: (044) - 28112231 / music@musicacademymadras.com
January 7 - 24, 2025 Chennai & Bangalore
TAPAS NATYOTSAVA takes place at Tattvaloka, 76 Eldams Rd, Teynampet, Chennai 600018
Schedule
Info: 7338715636 / tapasdarshan.info@gmail.com
