To mark its twentieth anniversary, India Habitat Centre has invited Dancer Geeta Chandran and her Natya Vriksha Dance Company to present ANEKANTA at the Stein Auditorium, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
Chandran’s ANEKANTA is culled from the Jaina Philosophy; its mool-mantra is that there are multiple realities to every issue – cultural, political, social, economic and, in fact, every aspect of life and living! ANEKANTA celebrates acceptance of multiple truths, embracing diversity and of universal acceptance.
In group choreographies, Geeta Chandran views ANEKANTA through dramatic dance strategies like an Alarippu presented in three speeds; of exploring Grihabheda in Movement; and finding linkages between SOUNDS and SILENCE!
In her solo choreography, Geeta’s abhinaya will thorw the spotlight on Ravana, King of Lanka, known in all three worlds as an exemplar Shiva Bhakta. And yet, universally considered a monstrous villain. Yet, within the Valmiki Ramayana itself, there is evidence that he was so much more. And these shades offer the dancer an opportnuity to explore ANEKANTA within the context of the Ramayana.
Music for ANEKANTA is designed by Geeta Chandran in close collaboration with K. Venkateshwaran and Dr. S. Vasudevan. This lyrical music-scape is further enhanced with rhythmic inputs by K. Sivakumar and Lalgudi Sri Ganesh adding verve and vibrancy to the production.
Birth Anniversary Celebration of Mirza Ghalib
Schedule :
28th December : Tamsili Mushaira dedicated to Ghalib by eminent Shayars (poets)
29th December : Cultural Dance programme based on Ghalib “Shama Har Rang Mein Jalti Hai Sehar Hone Tak…” Ghazal Nritya Bhav by Uma Sharma & group followed by Ghalib’s Ghazals by Smt. Radhika Chopra
“Dhai Aakhar Prem Ka :Challenging Hatred and Violence through Music” Performances by Shabnam Virmani, Parvathy Baul, and Sonam Kalra
`Glorious Ajanta’ photography show on the beautiful paintings and digital restoration of Ajanta Caves in collaboration with Prasadpawar Foundation.
Kathak dance recital by Nayanika Ghosh Chowdhury, followed by a Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam presentation by Amarnath Ghosh.
The Raza Foundation in collaboration with Alliance Française de Delhi cordially invites you to “Aarambh-V” a new series of classical hindustani music and dance of the younger generation
Hindustani classical vocal by Anagha Bhat & Odissi by Ranjana Dave
Swami Haridas Tansen Sangeet Nritya Mahotsav
This year Smt. Kaushiki Chakraborty (Vocal), Shri Ayaan Ali Bangash (Sarod), Pt. Chhannulal Mishra (Vocal), Pt. Ulhas Kashalkar (Vocal), Ustad Aashish Khan (Sarod), Shri Bickram Ghosh (Tabla), Pt. Vishwamohan Bhatt (Mohan Veena), Smt. Shubha Mudgal (Vocal), Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia (Flute), Ustad Shujaat Khan (Sitar), Ustad Amjad Ali Khan (Sarod), Dr. Uma Sharma (Kathak) are going to perform.
Entry by invitation cards.
Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi
National Academy of Music, Dance and Drama (an autonomous body of Ministry of Culture, Government of lndia)
in Collaboration with Ramakrishna Mission, Delhi
Celebration of the 156th Birthday of Swami Vivekananda
PROGRAMME
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Inaugural Speech by Swami Shantatmananda Secretary, Ramakrishna Mission, New Delhi
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Shruti Sadolilkar Katkar, Hindustani Vocal
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Prasad
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Gundecha Brothers, Dhrupad
3:30 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Tea Break
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Ronu Majumdar, Hindustani Flute
“Laajo” Hindustani Comedy play
The play is based on eminent Urdu writer Ismat Chughtai’s famous story ‘Gharwali’.
The play is a Satire on society, people and their illogical practices. The institution of Marriage is been treated as a comical element in the play, Ismat Chughtai has ironically sketched the deformed characters who regulates these laws in the name of values and also made fun of their crippled situations.
Director : Rajesh Tiwari
Cast : Poornima Shettygar, Jitender Hooda, Nikhil Sharma, Shradha Sharma, Amit Tiwari
Kabir – Mystic Weaver of Words: by Shubha Mudgal & Aneesh Pradhan
Aditi Mangaldas Dance Company- The Drishtikon Dance Foundation in collaboration with India Heritage Desk presents Drishtikon Home-Studio Baithak: Season II
It provides an opportunity to the rising talents to showcase their proficiency in their respective art form.
Bharatnatyam and Odissi recital by Sooraj Subramaniam
Kathak & Contemporary Solo by Aamrapali Bhandari
Hindustani Vocal by Faraz Ahmed
Date & Time : 13th January | 6PM
Entry by Donor Pass
Donor Passes for INR400
Limited Seating
Venue: Drishtikon Dance Studio
Hindustani Vocal Recital By Shiv Prasad Rao from Delhi, son and disciple of Pt. Maheswar Rao and Pt. Vikas Kashalkar
“Sahityanjali” A Bharatanatyam presentation supported by live orchestra exploring literature and unique writing styles across 5 languages by a platter of celebrated Indian composers.
Kiranmayee Madupu is a bharatanatyam dancer from Hyderabad. She is a disciple of Hemamalini Arni.
Music is food for the soul, and when it comes to soulful music, Sufi has its place. Sufism goes beyond religion. Sufi music helps in establishing direct connect with the creator. Being one of the oldest forms of music, Sufi is not only about lyrics and mystical vocals; it is about enlightenment and self-realization. Lodi- The Garden Restaurant one of the Al fresco dining restaurant in Delhi is welcoming you to embrace the ruhaniyat with Sufi music. This musical night will be organized between 19th of January 2018 – 21st January 2018. These three nights are going to be the most magical and extravagant. There is no better way to kick-start the new year than to enjoy the true essence of music and soulfulness. It is a promise that this is going to be an unforgettable experience.
You will witness some of the famous talents like Nizami Bandhu, Rohaani Sisters showcasing their talent.
“IIC Annual Day 2018” Qawwali by Dhruv Sangari and party
Sitar concert by Soumitra Thakur, disciple of Pt. Kushal Das
“Samran (स्मरण)” a Series featuring Young Indian Classical Musicians & Dancers.
Sarod concert by Abhishek Borkar, disciple of Pt. Shekhar Borkar, followed by a Hindustani vocal performance by Vivek Bhola, disciple of Pt. Madhup Mudgal.
Shwaas presents an evening in the memory of Great bansuri guru Pt. Raghunath Prasanna’s 105th birth anniversary
Pt. Venktesh Kumar- Vocal
Pt. Rajendra Prasanna- Flute with Pt. Anindo Chatterjee- Tabla
Accompanied by: Rajesh Prasanna, Rishab Prasanna, Ritesh Prasanna- Flute
