Bharatanatyam Performances
Available across Netherlands
I perform Bharatanatyam solo or with my group, always with live music, for festivals, events, or custom shows at any venue.
Pricing Guide
Feature Performance (Short Format)
Performance Scope
- Artist: Solo performance by Adithya PV.
- Duration: 20 to 40 minutes (customizable slot).
- Content: Fast-paced highlight pieces like Thillanas or popular devotional numbers focusing on visual brilliance.
Audio Formats
- Standard: High-definition Studio Recorded Audio (ideal for venues with basic sound setups).
- Premium Upgrade: Option for a compact live ensemble (Vocalist, Nattuvangam, Mridangam) for an authentic classical vibe.
Visuals & Logistics
- Choreography: High-energy movement tailored for diverse audiences beyond just classical connoisseurs.
- Attire: Premium silk costumes and stage makeup optimized for close-up photography.
- Intro: Includes a professionally written introduction script for the event host.
- Tech: Artist arrives 2 hours early; requires client-provided sound system with Aux/Bluetooth or stage mics.
Traditional Solo Recital (Margam)
Artistic Details
- Artist: Adithya PV (Solo).
- Duration: 75 to 90 minutes of performance time.
- Repertoire: Complete Traditional Margam (Pushpanjali to Thillana) or customized thematic presentation (e.g., Ramayana, Devi Stutis).
Live Musical Ensemble
- Orchestra: Full 4-5 piece Tier-1 team including Nattuvangam, Vocalist, Mridangam, and Melodic Support (Violin/Flute).
- Audio Support: Includes Sruti Box/Tambura operator and a mandatory 45-60 minute sound check.
Production Quality
- Costume: High-end authentic silk costumes and temple jewelry (Aharya).
- Lighting: Provision of a specific lighting cue sheet for venue technicians to enhance visual output.
- Green Room: Requires private, well-lit space with mirrors and refreshments for the team.
The Punyah Duet Production
Production Scale
- Artists: Adithya PV plus one Senior Partner from Punyah Dance Company.
- Format: Synchronized duets, alternating solos, and dramatic storytelling.
- Music: Full 5-piece Live Ensemble specialized in the company's productions.
Visual Experience
- Lighting Design: Includes a dedicated Lighting Director to execute specific dramatic light designs.
- Attire: Coordinated designer costumes (color-coded or thematic) for both dancers.
- Engagement: Optional pre-event demo to explain performance concepts to the audience.
Technical Requirements
- Stage: Requires minimum 20ft x 15ft stage area for dual movement patterns.
- Sound: Requires 6-8 microphones, monitors, and specific lighting rig inputs.
About Bharatanatyam Performances
My Dance, My Journey
I dance because I have to. My roots are in Bangalore with Punyah Dance Company, but honestly, the stage could be anywhere - a tiny temple, a big city hall, even someone’s backyard. Every show is its own adventure, and I never really know where the art will take me next.
What I Perform
- Solo Recitals: Just me and a live orchestra, digging deep into the classical Bharatanatyam repertoire. These are for sabhas, festivals, or anyone wanting the full, old-school classical Indian dance storytelling vibe.
- Group Productions: With Punyah, it’s all about big, colorful pieces. We’ve done shows like 'Abha' and 'MAYA' - these are energetic, visual, and honestly, nothing beats the rush of dancing with the whole crew. Perfect for those looking for Bharatanatyam group productions.
- Custom Events: Weddings, private parties, or corporate gigs - I can put together something special. It could be a solo, duet, or a small group, with or without the full live orchestra dance show. You get to choose what fits.
What Makes It Special
Live music changes everything. Even if it’s just me on stage, the orchestra brings its own magic. The mridangam, the singers, all the ‘annas’ and ‘jis’ - they’re the backbone of my work.
The Pieces I Dance
Expect a mix - technical numbers like Thillana, expressive Varnams, and mythological dance performance pieces about folks like Rama and Sita. Each is a story on its own.
One Last Thing
People ask, “Panchanga nodi bandira... adre... chennagi nodi bandira?” (Checked the calendar before coming... but did you look closely?). I hope you do look close. Every step means something. Let’s see where this journey takes us, yaake illa? (why not?).
Meet your Expert
Adithya
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My Story
Hey, I’m Adithya, dancer and wanderer from Bangalore. My life swings between rehearsals, random travels and mad food hunts. One day I’m sweating it out in a studio, next I’m lost in a European city or chilling with a Tibetan Mastiff in Italy. All this – the places, the art, the animals – somehow sneaks into my dance. Keeps things real, keeps me on my toes, literally and otherwise.
My Work
Bharatanatyam Performances, Workshops & Choreography - I do solo and group recitals, run intensive Bharatanatyam workshops, and choreograph dance productions for all kinds of events.
My Artistic Approach - My dance is honest. No drama, just good abhinaya, whether it’s a Kamas varnam or something more experimental.
Teaching Style - Through Punyah Dance Company and workshops, I go deep into details, movement, and building a strong dance base.
The Power of Collaboration - I love working with musicians—vocalists, mridangam, flute—makes every show come alive in its own way.
