Explore the dynamic world of performing arts, where creativity unfolds through dance, theatre, and music. This category brings together artist interviews, performance reviews, event highlights, and in-depth features that capture the essence of live expression.
From classical traditions to contemporary innovations, discover stories of performers, choreographers, and theatre-makers shaping the cultural landscape. The section celebrates both renowned figures and emerging talent, offering insight into the passion, craft, and evolution of the performing arts.
A dynamic force in the entertainment world, Shantanu Maheshwari seamlessly blending his extraordinary talent as a dancer and actor. Known for his graceful precision, effortless versatility, and expressive style, he brings a poetic fluidity to every performance on stage. At the same time, his natural acting ability, emotional depth, and magnetic screen presence allow him […]Read More
A Tribute to the Legendary Dancer Who Redefined Classical Art for the World The world of Indian classical dance bows its head in reverence today as it bids farewell to one of its most radiant luminaries. Padma Bhushan Kumari Kamala (Kumari Lakshminarayanan)—the iconic Bharatanatyam virtuoso whose brilliance lit up stage and screen for more than […]Read More
It’s a line repeated so often in studios and green rooms that it feels like a universal truth. But the sharper truth is this: art doesn’t pay because we have allowed it not to. Systems don’t remain broken on their own; they survive because we feed them with our choices, our yeses, our silences. Artists […]Read More
Sandhya Shantaram—born Vijaya Deshmukh—stands as one of the most enchanting presences in the golden age of Indian cinema. Discovered by the visionary filmmaker V. Shantaram, she blossomed into an actress-dancer whose subtle acting, haunting voice, and magnetic stage demeanour united in performances that continue to linger in hearts decades later. She recently passed away and […]Read More
For the first time, India’s schoolchildren are getting a structured introduction to the country’s rich traditions of classical music, dance, and theatre through NCERT’s new Arts Education textbooks — Bansuri (Classes 3–5) and Kriti (Classes 6–8). The curriculum aligns with the National Education Policy 2020’s vision of rooting learning in the Indian ethos while keeping […]Read More
With her commanding stage presence and deeply evocative artistry, Sanjukta Sinha has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary Kathak. A dancer, choreographer, and creative visionary, she continues to push the boundaries of the classical form while staying rooted in its spiritual essence. In this candid conversation, she reflects on her training, […]Read More
The Indian film and dance fraternity lost a gem on October 15, 2025, when veteran actress, dancer, and teacher Madhumati, born Hutoxi Reporter, passed away at the age of 87 in Mumbai. With her passing, an entire era of rhythm, grace, and cinematic dance artistry bid farewell. A beloved figure who mesmerised audiences on screen […]Read More
If you’re an avid Instagram Reels viewer, chances are you’ve seen the latest viral video of two choreographers performing an impromptu Bharatanatyam to the iconic Bollywood track Mere Dholna. The performance has mesmerised viewers across the Internet. The clip, shared by Pankaj Pandey on Instagram, features him and fellow choreographer Prakhyati Srivastava both dance teachers […]Read More
A dedicated Bharatanatyam dancer who trained under Guru Gargi Balakrishnan and the late Guru P.R.C. Nair, for the past 15 years, she has worked as a makeup and costume artist on some of India’s top dance reality shows. In 2020, Sindhu Nair founded the ‘Ghungroo Festival’ in memory of her late brother and husband — […]Read More
Team L&M Global Sitar virtuoso and composer Anoushka Shankar returns to India for a landmark tour celebrating 30 years on stage. Presented by Kotak Mahindra Bank – Solitaire, the six-city tour will bring her genre-defying performances to Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, and Kolkata in January and February 2025. Anoushka’s India Tour is the culmination […]Read More
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