--- title: "Dance and music dialogues: Experience my poetic motion performances" description: "Witness the intimacy of dance and music dialogues. I blend Kuchipudi with live vocals to create moving, poetic performances across India. Let's create together." canonical: https://mytribe.in/amrita.lahiri.dance/choreography-artistic-direction/poetry-in-motion-dance-music-dialogues last_updated: 2025-10-01 --- # Explore poetry in motion through dance and music dialogues Tribe Verified · Performed live across six Indian cities. By [Amrita Lahiri](https://mytribe.in/amrita.lahiri.dance) · Takes projects in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and across India · ₹60K per piece (estimate) Part of [Choreography & Artistic Direction](https://mytribe.in/amrita.lahiri.dance/choreography-artistic-direction). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/amrita.lahiri.dance/choreography-artistic-direction/gallery) See how movement and melody intertwine in my collaborations. We explore the deep, quiet conversations between the dancer and the singer on stage. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The poster for our 'Mandala' performance at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre. This production is a poetic journey in music and dance, directed by my guru, Leela Samson.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e700f56-df62-4551-aadb-6ca7fe801388) - [Video: A wide shot of the 'Mandala' stage, showing the stark, minimalist setup. The focused spotlight emphasizes the intimate connection between me, the dancer, and Chandana, the musician.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bcfecaf-b8fc-46c3-865c-346f32b98b61) - ![A moment of quiet contemplation during 'Mandala'. We used the poetry of saints like Kabir, who wrote, "Where are you searching for me? I am within you!", as the core of this production.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dfb0d5ce-cd54-409c-9513-d5b277b5df13) - ![Performing a piece from 'Mandala' with musician Chandana Bala Kalyan. Her voice becomes a partner in the dance, guiding my movements and shaping the emotional landscape of the story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0da9b553-98b6-4b63-9859-63821b72a80e) - ![A performance still from 'Mandala'. The production has traveled to several cities, and with each show, the chemistry and conversation between the music and dance deepens.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09650028-5485-4101-ae2a-a10b95db56ae) - ![Taking a bow with my incredible collaborator, Chandana Bala Kalyan, after a performance of 'Mandala'. Her musicality and spirit are the soul of this production.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9c7acd5-9006-4856-9c4a-ba4df904be19) - ![A moment of storytelling from 'Mandala'. The piece explores the journey from worldly love to spiritual realization, using the poetry of Indian saints as our guide.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d57cbc4-146e-49d3-b995-bc67640889b9) - ![An artistic shot from 'Mandala', capturing the mood of introspection. The lighting design by Gyandev is crucial in creating the sacred, circular space that the performance inhabits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/897b710e-5925-4193-a564-7dd8d249690f) - ![Another perspective on 'Mandala', where the dancer is a silhouette against the musician's vibrant presence. It speaks to the idea of music being the source from which movement emerges.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b66184d6-2849-4796-907a-47ba9e06af52) - [Video: An excerpt from 'Mandala', where I interpret a folk-based composition. This piece showcases a lighter, more playful side of the production's emotional journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55439886-3e21-4896-8e2f-b5b85286576e) - ![A mid-performance shot from 'Mandala' in Jaipur. This dance-music collaboration has been a wonderful journey, traveling to six cities and connecting with audiences across the country.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37464c96-f359-4dcc-a894-f315fd711e2d) - ![An interactive moment in 'Mandala'. The performance is structured as a conversation, not just between me and the musician, but also with the poetry and the audience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8d84b18-7f0f-444e-92fa-74aac1c7e740) - ![A seated moment of dialogue on stage during 'Mandala'. Sometimes the most powerful communication happens in stillness, in the simple act of listening.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4254c9f-98f3-4eb7-a071-959a221731f4) - ![A full-stage view of 'Mandala', showing the simple, clean aesthetic. We chose to keep the production minimal to allow the poetry, music, and dance to be the primary focus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ed51db5-effa-4123-832f-93332a91bd36) - [Video: An announcement for our 'Mandala' performance in Delhi. Each city and audience brings a new perspective to the work, and it's always exciting to see which pieces resonate the most.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/735941d6-a4cc-4117-9068-acf32c174265) - [Video: A teaser for the 'Mandala' tour. The dramatic lighting and minimalist stage set the tone for this introspective journey through poetry, music, and dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/863a0b2b-bacc-46dc-abd4-6255c4c478f7) - [Video: Sharing some special moments from our 'Mandala' tour in Bangalore and Chennai, including meeting my idol, Bombay Jayashri, and my guru, Leela Samson.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9e96deb0-4690-4eb6-ad29-e346c4536194) - ![A performance still from 'Mandala'. The piece uses poetry in many languages, from Meera Bai to Kabir, bringing their timeless words to life through music and dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/89cd2e0a-ac13-4216-8e38-9839d2d17ab3) - ![A view from the audience during a 'Mandala' performance. The energy exchange between the stage and the audience is a vital part of any live performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f069dcca-1713-4a1c-b7e1-32751a54fa3a) - ![A candid moment of shared joy on stage. The collaborative process extends beyond the formal performance into these small, unscripted interactions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d24503f0-24fb-42b6-a356-9fe583d0d12d) - [Video: Meet the incredible artists of 'Mandala': musician Chandana Bala Kalyan, director and choreographer Leela Samson, and myself. This project is a testament to their genius and generosity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a0d0bef-c8d1-407c-8078-091dad4f71c3) - [Video: The official tour announcement for 'Mandala', with dates for Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, and Delhi. It was a joy to bring this special production to so many cities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6a012faa-85b8-4afb-83d6-b5eb384b3b0b) - ![A selfie with my guru Leela Samson and collaborator Chandana Bala Kalyan. 'Mandala' started as a conversation and grew into this beautiful work thanks to their guidance and talent.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3397bdd6-bdc0-4dcd-8da6-8dd1284bbfd9) - [Video: A moment of pure devotion from 'Mandala', captured under a single spotlight. This part of the performance is about surrender and finding the divine within.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b80c51b7-9eb8-4244-8fa8-1c93dbb862db) - ![A seated pose from 'Mandala', listening to the music. So much of my performance is about reacting in the moment to the nuances of the live music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1735f185-497d-4dce-9dae-749630d12343) - ![With my guru, Leela Samson. Her direction and choreography for 'Mandala' gave me the courage to explore new depths in my dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1af93cf5-aee6-461a-84bc-680d9ecad589) ## About Poetry in Motion: Dance & Music Dialogues Bringing live music and dance together on one stage requires more than coordination. It asks for a shared rhythm, where my movements react to the vocal inflections of the singer in real-time. This is not a performance to a pre-recorded track. It is a live conversation where the music breathes, and I follow that breath. In projects like 'Mandala', we strip away the excess. There is no large ensemble or heavy set design. It is just the dancer and the musician, creating a shared space where the poetry of saints like Kabir and Meera Bai becomes the anchor. When I interpret lines such as 'Where are you searching for me? I am within you!', the movement is not just literal; it is an internal response to the vocal phrasing and the singer's intent. The technical aspect is where the dialogue truly happens. We have spent months selecting texts and refining the transitions to ensure the performance flows seamlessly. For the lighting, I work closely with designers to ensure the focus remains on the interplay of the silhouette and the voice. This requires consistent rehearsal, not just of steps, but of timing. Every venue is different, from the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai to smaller cultural spaces, and adapting the choreography to the specific acoustics of each room is a vital part of my process. If you are looking for a performance that moves beyond traditional choreography to become an intimate dialogue between art forms, this is the essence of my work. ## About Amrita Lahiri I am Amrita. For me, dance is a conversation that starts with a poem and ends in shared stillness. My collaborations with musicians are where I feel most at home, stripping back the noise to find the heart of the storytelling. 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