The dance company is led by Artistic Director Septime Webre, an internationally recognised ballet director and choreographer of Cuban-American heritage. He joined Hong Kong Ballet as its Artistic Director in July 2017 after 17 years as Artistic Director of The Washington Ballet in Washington DC, United States.
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Rithvik Raja and Vignesh Ishwar to blend tradition with innovation in “Unison: A Carnatic Odyssey” at Singapore’s Esplanade
Their collaboration, titled Unison: A Carnatic Odyssey, promises a mesmerizing exploration of Carnatic music, showcasing their distinct artistry, honed through years of rigorous training and mentorship under the legendary T.M. Krishna.
Singapore has an “openness” that is special for performing arts, says Bharatanatyam dancer Mythili Prakash
Dancer Mythili Prakash comes to Singapore in November to participate in Kalaa Utsavam 2024 — as one of the artistes in GIGENIS – the generation of the Earth, directed by Akram Khan; and to conduct a masterclass in choreography in Bharatanatyam.
“Train to Pakistan tells us that societies are fragile and stability can’t be taken for granted”
Ahead of the play’s premiere at Kalaa Utsavam on November 20, Daisy Irani (executive producer and director) and Subin Subaiah (playwright, dramatist, and researcher) talk about why this India-Pakistan Partition story resonates with Singapore and with the wider 21st century world.
Living Ancestor is heavily influenced by my relationship with Mahavidya goddess Matangi, says Singapore poet-performer ArunDitha
A unique show in Kalaa Utsavam 2024 in Singapore is Living Ancestor நம்முள் வாழும் முன்ேனார் by ArunDitha, SISTRUM & Beatroot Ensemble featuring Mohamed Noor and Munir Alsagoff.
Jyoti Dogra tackles unrealistic beauty standards, other stigmas with MAAS
Jyoti, who will be performing three shows in Singapore — 8 pm on September 27, and 3 pm and 8 pm on September 28 — spoke to Connected to India’s Himanshu Verma about her upcoming show and journey as a performer.
From singer Armaan Malik’s stage debut in Singapore to ‘killarious’ Tamil comedy, Kalaa Utsavam 2023 brings the full range of Indian performance arts
Kalaa Utsavam, the famed annual Indian festival of arts in Singapore, returns this November for its 2023 edition, with a vibrant bouquet of artistic and cultural performances, and a series of workshops and masterclasses.
Indian culture in Singapore: Esplanade presents ‘Human I Nature’, the story of a wake-up call from Earth
Esplanade, the national centre of performing arts in Singapore, presents ‘Human I Nature’, an innovative dance production by Singapore Indian Fine Arts Society (SIFAS).
Colonial Cousins to perform their fusion music magic at Esplanade, Singapore, on Sept 1
Colonial Cousins, the musical duo of singer Hariharan and singer-composer Leslee Lewis, are set to perform in Singapore on September 1, at 8pm, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.
Purulia Chhau is a vehicle of empowerment, says scholar and change-maker Sneha Bhattacharyya
One of the most spectacular folk art forms in India, Purulia Chhau recently visited Singapore to take part in ‘A Tapestry of Sacred Music’ festival. It was introduced to the Singapore audience by Chhau researcher Sneha Bhattacharyya.
