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title: "Shringara Sharanagati: Custom Bharatanatyam Thematic Production"
description: "Explore my solo Bharatanatyam production, Shringara Sharanagati. I specialize in custom thematic choreography, original music composition, and deep storytelling."
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# Shringara Sharanagati: A Thematic Solo Production

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By [Divya Hoskere](https://mytribe.in/divthedancer) · Studio at Kanakapura Road; Travels across India · ₹35K Per Item (8-12 mins) (estimate)

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A soul-stirring solo exploration of the gopikas' surrender to Krishna. This production weaves together traditional Bharatanatyam, original lyrics, and emotional storytelling to bring timeless mythology to life.

## Photos and videos

- [Video: A teaser for my solo production, 'Shringara Sharanagati'. This project was a journey of months, working with poets and musicians to bring the world of Krishna and the gopikas to life. It showcases my approach to creating a complete thematic experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d02da83-5b4f-4306-a29a-04bbc28cdee7)
- [Video: Twenty years of my dance journey led to this moment of complete abandon on stage during 'Shringara Sharanagati'. This performance was a promise to myself to dance with absolute joy, a feeling I strive to embed in every piece I choreograph.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa06f9df-6913-48e9-b777-0b4570346f5d)
- [Video: To the original 'chor' or thief, Krishna, who steals our hearts. This is a glimpse from 'Shringara Sharanagati', set to a beautiful philosophical song. It demonstrates how I use traditional Bharatanatyam to explore contemporary ideas of love and detachment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abc8d069-770b-415f-a6d3-5aecfa3e7fca)
- [Video: The sound of Krishna's flute makes the body dance. In this excerpt from 'Shringara Sharanagati', I use a sequence of karanas, or dynamic dance units, to depict the divine effect of Krishna's music on the soul. This is how I blend technicality with storytelling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ba51413-2b07-47ad-ab04-3e2cdc6fe3a7)
- [Video: A playful moment from 'Shringara Sharanagati' where one gopika fibs to another about getting a doll for her child, while her real intention is to meet Krishna. I love creating these small, humorous exchanges that reveal the very human emotions within divine stories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14dc4320-fd07-4d59-9a41-9af0c4242d3b)
- [Video: This is a personal invitation to my performance of 'Shringara Sharanagati'. It shows a glimpse of the rehearsal process with the live musical ensemble, highlighting the collaborative nature of my work. Creating a new production is a journey I take with my entire team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6053e01c-826b-4d42-84a0-31673d540aea)
- ![A moment of quiet reflection from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. This pose captures the deep love and devotion of the gopikas for Krishna. My choreography focuses on creating these powerful, still moments that speak volumes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12fe8d45-0b67-4041-9206-769a122ddd24)
- ![Dancing with my Krishna. This close-up from 'Shringara Sharanagati' captures the 'shringara rasa', the flavor of love, that is central to the production. My choreography delves deep into the nuances of this emotion, from longing to blissful union.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f3a650a-5f6f-44fd-b1ea-081af5bdf3f9)
- ![A seated pose of abhinaya, or expression, from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. The backdrop of the traditional wooden door adds to the atmosphere of Vrindavan, showing how I think about stage design and aesthetics to support the narrative.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/20983379-2c47-4c13-958b-174b95b6cea6)
- ![A dynamic pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. The vibrant colors of the costume and the energy of the posture reflect the joy and celebration of the 'rasa' dance. I work closely with artists on costume design to enhance the visual storytelling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/32e888a9-a4aa-41f7-91f6-cd56ea586a58)
- ![A dynamic pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. The vibrant colors of the costume and the energy of the posture reflect the joy and celebration of the 'rasa' dance. I work closely with artists on costume design to enhance the visual storytelling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e33e74c-bd99-40c6-93ce-26998c2437bb)
- ![A moment of pure bliss from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. My choreography is not just about movement, but about finding and expressing the inner joy that comes from connecting with the story and the divine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/371aaa3c-968a-4668-ac33-429ecc1ec872)
- ![A moment of pure bliss from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. My choreography is not just about movement, but about finding and expressing the inner joy that comes from connecting with the story and the divine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea128f01-1126-48d2-871a-2f30f4cd992f)
- ![A leap of joy, captured in a dramatic black and white photograph. This image from 'Shringara Sharanagati' highlights the dynamic and athletic side of my choreography, using the full space of the stage to create impact.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51ef0264-7857-4a6a-8062-2bca4b646a59)
- ![A leap of joy, captured in a dramatic black and white photograph. This image from 'Shringara Sharanagati' highlights the dynamic and athletic side of my choreography, using the full space of the stage to create impact.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b4a5903c-9583-4f8a-b6b3-4e4f06babcfc)
- ![The playful and mischievous nature of a gopika, caught in a moment of expression. My choreography explores the full range of a character's personality, bringing them to life as relatable, multi-dimensional beings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5484556f-9ef2-46ff-a8e6-974c140b3c10)
- ![The playful and mischievous nature of a gopika, caught in a moment of expression. My choreography explores the full range of a character's personality, bringing them to life as relatable, multi-dimensional beings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e26edff7-a75e-41bf-b36b-4e36a736299a)
- ![Another glimpse of a gopika's playful side from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. I believe that 'maja', or fun, is an essential part of storytelling, and I love weaving these lighthearted moments into my choreography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a7c2b0d-94ae-429b-861e-468fdc832968)
- ![Another glimpse of a gopika's playful side from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. I believe that 'maja', or fun, is an essential part of storytelling, and I love weaving these lighthearted moments into my choreography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7af885c-7cc8-4af0-81e5-a352bcda952a)
- ![The sheer energy of the 'rasa' dance, captured in a leap. This pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati' embodies the celebration and spiritual ecstasy of the gopikas dancing with Krishna.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/19ce381b-a10b-418c-894f-ac25d512eddb)
- ![The sheer energy of the 'rasa' dance, captured in a leap. This pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati' embodies the celebration and spiritual ecstasy of the gopikas dancing with Krishna.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5eaa255e-8859-4cfb-b122-e6e6d5f2e2e0)
- ![The sheer energy of the 'rasa' dance, captured in a leap. This pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati' embodies the celebration and spiritual ecstasy of the gopikas dancing with Krishna.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6eff4841-3683-4fbe-bad5-2f8b4ae49840)
- ![The sheer energy of the 'rasa' dance, captured in a leap. This pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati' embodies the celebration and spiritual ecstasy of the gopikas dancing with Krishna.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a146924f-7f31-4cbd-aee0-07506af05e42)
- ![A view from the back, showing the complete form and line of a dance pose. Every angle is considered in my choreography to create a visually captivating performance from all perspectives.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b231a1e-9c9b-47d5-ae55-3ffca756668f)
- ![A view from the back, showing the complete form and line of a dance pose. Every angle is considered in my choreography to create a visually captivating performance from all perspectives.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dad0c1d7-9766-4174-ad48-cd0a2e37a3f2)
- ![A glance back, a moment of anticipation. This subtle expression from 'Shringara Sharanagati' is an example of the detailed 'netra abhinaya' or eye-expression I incorporate into my choreography to tell a story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/855eaa2f-beef-4314-b7f6-c3cb88032e76)
- ![A moment of serene surrender from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. This black and white photo emphasizes the emotional depth and tranquility that can be found even in a dynamic performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/981a3697-1649-4a9e-870f-942483d5e547)
- ![The joy of hearing Krishna's name. This expressive close-up from 'Shringara Sharanagati' shows the power of 'bhakti' and how it can be conveyed through a single, heartfelt expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dcefedd6-dada-47ca-9ba0-e18defe871e5)
- ![A black and white portrait capturing a moment of deep emotion. This image from 'Shringara Sharanagati' highlights the focus on 'bhava' or feeling in my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0cc7f1b2-4df3-4d9e-b9cf-407dd2ac3334)
- ![A black and white portrait capturing a moment of deep emotion. This image from 'Shringara Sharanagati' highlights the focus on 'bhava' or feeling in my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/321da406-731c-421c-a0b3-2bcdf10b6771)
- ![A moment of prayer and surrender. This black and white photo from 'Shringara Sharanagati' captures the spiritual core of the performance, stripping away color to focus on the pure emotion of devotion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/289270b2-e5aa-4559-a156-dccb49cc0a68)
- ![A moment of prayer and surrender. This black and white photo from 'Shringara Sharanagati' captures the spiritual core of the performance, stripping away color to focus on the pure emotion of devotion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91385b15-4dc9-471c-92cf-c7920db2dc7c)
- ![A gopika's curious and questioning gaze, captured in black and white. This highlights the intricate facial expressions, or 'abhinaya', that are central to my storytelling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4fcdc550-23ae-4735-b938-cecc5d3f964a)
- ![A gopika's curious and questioning gaze, captured in black and white. This highlights the intricate facial expressions, or 'abhinaya', that are central to my storytelling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d81a92c-6571-4557-990a-a3c0232d0051)
- ![A strong, statuesque pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. This black and white image showcases the powerful lines and control I emphasize in my choreography, creating a sculpture-like beauty.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/857e485e-a18f-428d-80d0-90288dd13de5)
- ![A strong, statuesque pose from 'Shringara Sharanagati'. This black and white image showcases the powerful lines and control I emphasize in my choreography, creating a sculpture-like beauty.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe435802-fa29-469f-97a1-b7f3b6affb4c)
- ![A gentle, sideways glance filled with meaning. In my choreography, even the smallest gestures are packed with emotion and narrative detail, telling the story of the gopikas' love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85f6c29b-81b9-4ac6-bc8e-7c72d9e94868)
- ![A gentle, sideways glance filled with meaning. In my choreography, even the smallest gestures are packed with emotion and narrative detail, telling the story of the gopikas' love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a09fd4f1-f07b-45ff-bd2e-9f0e7cdbdfd9)
- ![A gentle, sideways glance filled with meaning. In my choreography, even the smallest gestures are packed with emotion and narrative detail, telling the story of the gopikas' love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/deecaec9-ea97-4c78-b97d-177356387d5c)
- ![A gentle, sideways glance filled with meaning. In my choreography, even the smallest gestures are packed with emotion and narrative detail, telling the story of the gopikas' love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f74543a0-0f47-4762-8c0c-36198c6335f1)

## About Shringara Sharanagati: A Thematic Production

Creating a full-length production like 'Shringara Sharanagati' is not just about choreography; it is an act of research and collaboration. I work with literary scholars to select the Sahitya (lyrics) and coordinate with musicians for the live score. Before we step onto the stage, we spend months mapping out the Sthayi Bhava—the dominant emotion of each scene—ensuring that every gesture, from the opening invocation to the final pose, tells a cohesive story that resonates with the audience.

A solo production is a conversation between the dancer and the divine. In 'Shringara Sharanagati', the central theme is the surrender of the gopikas. To translate this complex bhakti (devotion) into dance, the process starts with script consultation. We do not use standard repertoires; we look at texts like the Srimad Bhagavatam and works by poets like Pu.Ti.Na to craft a narrative that feels fresh yet rooted in tradition.

### My Process

*   **Concept & Scripting:** We select the Sahitya based on the specific thematic arc. Whether it is a known myth or a rare text, the literary backing forms our foundation.
*   **Musical Collaboration:** I compose the musical score in tandem with vocalists and instrumentalists. We prioritize original compositions that heighten the emotional impact, rather than relying on stock tracks.
*   **Stage Design & Aesthetics:** A production is a visual experience. I consider the lighting cues, costume colors, and stage layout, often incorporating traditional elements like the carved wooden doors shown in my gallery to evoke the setting of Vrindavan.
*   **Execution:** From technical rehearsals to writing program notes for the audience, my role is to manage the production so the performer can focus entirely on the abhinaya (expression).

If you are planning an Arangetram or a solo stage production in Bengaluru or beyond, you need more than just sequences of steps. You need a director who understands the grammar of the Natyashastra but respects the freedom to innovate. Let us build a performance that is technically precise, emotionally authentic, and uniquely yours.

## About Divya Hoskere

I am Divya Hoskere, and for me, the stage is a sanctuary where life and art dissolve into one. Trained under the guidance of Sri P. Praveen Kumar, I treat every production as an offering, blending deep research into Natyashastra with the simple joys of storytelling. Whether it is a solo performance or a complex dance-puppetry fusion, my goal is to make the ancient myths feel present and alive for the audience.

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