One of the worlds most well known contemporary artists Jose Agudo was on a India tour, his career shaped up after many exciting projects like his dance at the London Olympics Opening Ceremony, performing at the Davis Cup Opening in Madrid, ‘A Thousand Shepherds’ for Cape Dance Company in South Africa, ‘Glansvit’ for Norrdans in […]Read More
A unique voice in the world of Indian classical dance, Asa Willoughby is trained in both Kathak and Bharatanatyam. Born and raised in England to a multicultural family, he began dancing as a teenager and has since studied under renowned gurus in the UK, India, and the US. As a turbaned Sikh male dancer, Asa […]Read More
The human body in motion has long fascinated artists, photographers, and audiences alike. Dance, an art form that expresses emotions through movement, and nude photography, which captures the raw essence of the human form, share a deep, intrinsic connection. When combined, they create images that are both powerful and poetic—celebrating strength, vulnerability, and the sheer […]Read More
Team L&M At a time when textile art is experiencing a global resurgence, Where the River Meets the Sea, an exhibition of textile art by six leading contemporary women artists reflects how women artists are at the forefront of this movement. Merging tradition with contemporary thought, these artists have created works that resonate with today’s […]Read More
A dynamic performer, choreographer, and teacher closely associated with the renowned institution Nrityanjali is Dr Anonna Guha, who is trained in Kathak, she brings together grace, depth, and expression in her performances while also excelling in theatre and stagecraft. Beyond the stage, she contributes actively to Nrityanjali’s social projects, particularly in empowering underprivileged children through […]Read More
The poet of the palette: Remembering Jehangir Sabavala’s meditative landscapes
Sneha Gautam The landscapes of Jehangir Sabavala (August 23, 1922- September 2, 2011) feel more like quiet poems than just paintings. In his oil compositions, whether expansive coastlines or serene inland vistas he artfully blended shadow and light, texture and space, to conjure a rare kind of stillness. His canvases often carry an intricate depth […]Read More
…Hindustan hamara! Iqbal ‘s immortal words (penned in 1904!) still resonate with many; KBC did a special focus with three Armed Forces talents, one each from the Army, Navy and Air Force. They were all articulate and said all the right things because they knew for once their words will be heard by millions. Millions […]Read More
I met this young dynamic ballroom dancer, choreographer, and dance educator Vard Margaryan in the august company of the world’s oldest Ballroom Dancer Ms. Tao Porchon Lynch, in 2018, at a party thrown by Ms, Lynch in New York. Vard’s charisma and charm caught my attention and since then I have known this brilliant dancer […]Read More
Sunny Chandiramani As India marks the birthday of Abanindranath Tagore on August 7, we are reminded of his profound contribution to shaping the country’s cultural identity through art. Widely regarded as the founder of the Bengal School of Art, Tagore was a pioneering force who steered Indian art away from colonial academic realism and toward […]Read More
A renowned Indian playwright, theatre director, and dramatist, Padma Shri Ratan Thiyam passed away recently, he was known for his innovative contributions to contemporary Indian theatre. Born in Manipur in 1948, he was a leading figure in the “theatre of roots” movement, which blends traditional Indian performance styles with modern themes. Thiyam was the founder […]Read More