A spellbinding expression of the Odissi art form made possible by talented dancers, who unravel a unique style of synchronised ensemble dancing at Anugamanam on February 23 and 24 at Victoria theatre.
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Mara, The Temptor, at Esplanade on March 24
After getting the taste of majestic Indian cultural ethos epitomised in Kala Utsavam during November last year, people of Lion City should gear up to see another mind-boggling dance presentation, Mara – The Mastermind on March 24, 25 at The Esplanade Theatre, Singapore.
Holi-hattrick at Esplanade set for musical soiree to mark festival of colours
In its third consecutive year, Holi Hai -3 will be a night promising high-spirited and rich Indian music with a blend of classical, folk and Bollywood genres. Performances by Amit Dhamelia and Sandeep Chatterjee.
The Craft of Art
The ten day annual feast of Indian culture in Singapore- ‘Kalaa Utsavam’ came to an end on Sunday. Connected to India asked leading artists of the festival their views on art and the role of cultural festivals like Kalaa Utsavam.
Behind the Curtain at Kalaa Utsavam
What does it take for a festival like Kalaa Utsavam to happen? How does one plan for a ten day festival that this year has about 200 artists performing? What has changed since the first Kalaa Utsavam in 2002? How does the team make it different year after year? These are questions that are bound to
A Rajasthani Oasis in Singapore
Manganiyar performers- Bhungar Khan and his company transported the charismatic energy of folk music from the desert regions of western Rajasthan to Singapore at Kalaa Utsavam.
Upping the Tempo at Kalaa Utsavam
The evening begins with Mohamed Noor’s sprightly long fingers tapping the handpan. A gorgeous hypnotic sound begins to fill the space. It is heady with its mix of percussion and melody.
Kalaa Utsavam: Events to look out for this week
Singapore’s biggest cultural festival, Kalaa Utsavam which kick-started last week, has been offering an assortment of events and activities. The festival which celebrates traditional and contemporary Indian arts is enriched with the presence of multi-cultural and diverse talents.
In Pics: Koodiyattam – India’s Oldest Living Theatre Tradition in Singapore
Koodiyattam is the oldest living theatre tradition of India. It is believed to be 2,000 years old and is the only surviving Sanskrit theatre tradition. Master exponent Kapila Venu brought this rich art form to Singapore during Kalaa Utsavam.
Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt: Connecting Roots, Preserving Culture
Grammy award-winner Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt with his self created Mohan veena, Pandit Daya Shankar with shehnai, Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya on santoor and Ramkumar Mishra on tabla conversed in music at Raag Tarangini in Kalaa Utsavam on 18th November. The program began with Raag Yaman and sailed th
