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Over fifteen hundred years ago, the renound Sanskrit poet Kalidasa wrote,
“Sages agree-classical dance is a form of energy descended from the divine, ritually returned as a gift for the eyes. Inspired by Shiva and his consort Parvati, its triple aspect-music, physical expression and words-constitute a total art with universal appeal.”


India Dance BN offer full professional shows and smaller scale short professional performances.

For community performances specifically designed to fit into the theme of an event to fit your requirement.
see the Outreach page.

Solo performances by Vibha Selvaratnam


Vibha has been performing traditional repertoires with live musicians in India (Chennai, Bengaluru and Trivandrum) as well in UK. The performances have produced encouraging reviews and gained much appretiation from audiences.
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Nayika

Through the traditional Bharatanatyam, discover age-old stories of classical heroines. With lovers anguish and fiery feuds, these timeless stories are just as relatable now as when they were first depicted in India thousands of years ago.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQv7_UauBL0&feature=youtu.be

Bharatanatyam recitals


Performances that captures the versatility and universality of Bharatanatyam. Be guided through to experiences such as the awe in seeing Lord Nataraja (the Lord of dance) performing his energetic Tandava, feel compassion in watching a young woman plead with her lover, and adore watching cheeky little Krishna being doted on by his mother. As well as lively and exciting rhythmical play of dancers feet with the music.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGKdTOtqwEA&feature=youtu.be
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Navarasa

As described in the scriptures, watch the nine primary emotions experienced by ‘Shiva’ the Lord of Dance, unfold through dance, stories displayed through Bharatanatyam.

 Past productions by India Dance Wales

Shakuntala

The legend of Shakuntala brought to live through dance and narration. A heart-warming tale of love, heartbreak, injustice, guilt, struggle and forgiveness to reunite love. Presented by India Dance Wales as part of Everyman's Cardiff Open Air Theatre Festival.
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Coulours of LIFE

This unique touring production premiered in autumn 2009. With musicians and dancers from India, 'Colours of Life' fuse together Bharatanatyam dance, Carnatic music and Hindi lyrics to produce a powerful spectacle, exploring the various stages of Life.
Colours of Life is inspired by the writings of Indian mystic and spiritual teacher, Osho. His controversial teachings of self-awareness, love, celebration, creativity and humour are depicted in thought provoking ideas. Touching our senses at each stage of life's journey; culminating in a moving performance.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QR_jIlt_nUQ&feature=youtu.be

Dance Variations

India Dance Wales toured this breathtaking combination of Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi and folk dancing, exploring the powerful world of mythology and bringing Gods to life.
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Kalidasa

An exploration of the works, life and times of India’s foremost dramatist and poet Kalidasa, who lived around 4th-5th century AD. A man of whom very little is known about, yet made a tremendous impact upon the Indian literary scene for generations to come…www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixXMZtK1FEM
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Natya Kala

The harmonisation of classical Indian dance and Western classical music.
With Themes taken from both cultures.
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Evoking Rasa

A combination of classical dance and storytelling with modern visual techniques developed in collaboration with BBC Wales.
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Puranic Visions

Ultra Violet imagery depicting the never-ending cycle of creation from the Puranas.

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Tempest

An exploration of two classics: Shakespeare and Bharatanatyam.

Kalighat Icons

A collaboration with the National Museum and Gallery of Wales based on Kalighat paintings.
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Mahabharata Mabinogion

The Indian 'Mahabharata' and the Welsh legends from the Mabinogion.

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