Over the past few years, social media has gifted us countless videos of Indian tourists breaking into spontaneous Garba, Bhangra, Bollywood routines, and flash mobs at some of the world’s most iconic tourist destinations. From the streets of Europe to ancient temples, airport terminals, mountain viewpoints, historic squares, and cultural landmarks, groups of travellers have […]Read More
An eminent scholar, performer, and researcher in Indian classical dance, particularly Bharatanatyam is Dr Sandhya Purecha. She currently serves as the Chairperson of the Sangeet Natak Akademi, India’s apex institution for the performing arts under the Ministry of Culture. A recipient of numerous national and international honours, she has made significant contributions to dance education, […]Read More
Contemporary dancer and choreographer Narayan Sharma recently presented his powerful solo production Saṁhṛti in the capital. A deeply philosophical work, the 40-minute performance explores the mysteries of life, death, memory, and the soul’s eternal journey through movement, music, puppetry, and theatrical design. In this conversation, Sharma reflects on the inspiration behind the work, the creative […]Read More
SWEDEN is a country that gave me lots: the first-ever scholarship in 1984 to study theatre administration at the oldest city theatre in its capital Stockholm, created by Astrid Lindgren (in the last century and millennials might not have heard of her perhaps but she was to children’s literature for decades with her Pippi Longstocking […]Read More
A meditation facilitator and conscious friend who guides people through dance, movement, and active meditation practices is renowned Maitreya Prema. He believes that dance is a powerful pathway to inner freedom, healing, and silence. Since beginning his journey in 1997, he has explored movement as a tool for releasing stress, emotions, and inner blockages. Rather […]Read More
The Hyderabad Dance Festival has quickly become one of the most exciting cultural movements in the country, bringing together classical dance traditions, street styles, community spaces, music, conversations, and performance under one umbrella. Founded by dancers and cultural curators Mohit Shridhar, Harsha Maheshwari (KOMET), and Vaibhav Kumar Modi, the festival reflects the spirit of Hyderabad […]Read More
Arts in Motion was more than just a dance studio in Mumbai; it was an iconic creative sanctuary that nurtured dancers, artists, and dreamers for 25 remarkable years. Founded by Anchal Gupta, the studio became one of Mumbai’s most loved spaces for learning and celebrating diverse dance forms. From training aspiring performers to hosting Bollywood […]Read More
Bharatanatyam Mudras and Robots The idea sounds almost unbelievable at first: Bharatanatyam is helping robots learn how to move their hands. In an era dominated by artificial intelligence, automation, and machine learning, one of India’s oldest classical dance traditions has unexpectedly entered the world of robotics research. While robots are not learning to perform on […]Read More
Niang Sopi – Bali’s Oldest Active Dancer In a quiet courtyard in Bali, where incense curls into the air and gamelan music hums softly in the background, I meet Niang Sopi, who is 107 years old, widely celebrated as one of the oldest active dancers in the world. Her presence is serene, yet powerful. Even […]Read More
A dynamic and expressive performer, Shrey Panchal is known for breaking stereotypes as a male Lavani dancer. He has carved a unique space by embracing this traditionally female dance form with grace, strength, and authenticity. Shrey’s performances beautifully blend powerful expressions, intricate footwork, and theatrical storytelling. Through his art, he challenges societal norms and promotes […]Read More
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