--- title: "Experimental Solo Stage Performances in Bengaluru | Archana Kumar" description: "Experience raw, experimental solo stage performances by Archana Kumar. Deep dives into identity and climate change through Butoh and contemporary physical theatre in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/flaminarch/movement-wellness-coaching/solo-stage-performances last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Experimental Solo Stage Performances Tribe Verified · Performed internationally, now in Bengaluru. By [Archana Kumar](https://mytribe.in/flaminarch) · Online sessions & at provider's space in Bengaluru · ₹600 per session (estimate) Part of [Movement & Wellness Coaching](https://mytribe.in/flaminarch/movement-wellness-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/flaminarch/movement-wellness-coaching/gallery) My stage is my journal, a raw space where movement, prose, and melody collide to question our reality. From the climate reflections of DANDYLION to the existential search of ALL ABOUT NOTHING, I invite you into my world of experimental theatre. ## Photos and videos - ![A moment of release from my solo performance "DANDYLION." This piece explores our connection to the earth and the strength of life, using the body to tell a story of resilience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1dc715e7-202d-4e36-bd5d-d9b9a818c50e) - ![The official poster for my solo show "ALL ABOUT NOTHING" at Shoonya Centre. The performance is a journey into identity, truth, and the beautiful illusion of love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e7140e4-401b-4690-9304-01c5291cf2bf) - ![A close-up from "DANDYLION," captured during the Asia meets Asia Spring Camp in Tokyo. The focus is on the hands, which can express so much emotion, from fragility to strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/025cf3f0-2673-4289-b4e9-3754e895e10c) - ![Performing "DANDYLION" in Tokyo. This piece uses physical theatre to convey a heavy theme, but also to find the delicate beauty and power that comes from connecting with the earth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/305dbc27-bd66-44de-92cb-a95ee4f58b70) - ![Another poster for "ALL ABOUT NOTHING," a solo work that weaves together prose, movement, and melody to question our perceptions of reality and the constructs we live by.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64b0b0d0-8454-4c35-937b-501fb05d0779) - [Video: A short clip from a run of "ALL ABOUT NOTHING." The performance is an intimate experience that questions everything we hold onto, ultimately finding solace in the paradox of nothing and everything.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7faefcb4-0af4-4c9d-879b-d96c14c867db) - ![The shadow and the self in motion during the closing moments of the Asia meets Asia Spring Camp. This image captures the dynamic energy of live performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02c4981a-4af5-457b-a5d4-59eaee0c71ab) - ![A photograph from my solo performance, "DANDYLION." The shadow work here explores the relationship between our physical form and the ephemeral traces we leave behind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/090352e8-0377-4d79-8b26-6905c4ddd171) - [Video: A reel showcasing moments from my solo "DANDYLION" and the group piece "UNTHINKABLE." It's a tribute to the intense, honest, and collaborative process of creating art about climate change.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2976313f-0c5a-4c9f-8d76-d387306d1729) - ![An intense moment from my solo performance "DANDYLION." Here, I am exploring the connection to the earth, drawing energy and telling a story through raw, physical expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33508359-e2b7-46d1-8b6f-f5296136af28) - ![The body in motion during my solo piece "DANDYLION." This performance was a physically and emotionally demanding exploration of life, decay, and resilience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a878efc-68a5-4239-9574-9a3db9f9bc54) - ![This photo from "DANDYLION" captures the essence of the performance: a raw, physical expression of the struggle and beauty of life, inspired by nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/551e5eb5-32a2-4df0-a6a9-f1b5373aed32) - ![A moment of intense connection with an audience member during a performance of "DANDYLION." This work invites the viewer to breathe with me, to feel the story in their own body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5acabc79-394e-48b5-a302-261f657518f9) - ![Another angle from the "DANDYLION" performance in Tokyo. The piece is a raw and honest exploration of life's strength in the face of heavy themes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70130c1e-2cea-46a3-acb5-e633a608c131) - [Video: A behind-the-scenes look at the creation of "Dandy Lion" in Tokyo. This was my first time producing a solo piece for the AMA spring festival, a process of discovery and vulnerability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a1aa5281-854b-4c1b-bc2d-b4fea602d41b) - ![A powerful stance from my solo piece "DANDYLION." The performance is a form of physical theatre, using the body to communicate complex ideas about our relationship with the planet.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bbff9821-ee6f-4729-8fa7-412b1a848ca8) - ![A shot from the "DANDYLION" performance, highlighting the flow and energy of the movement. The piece is a testament to the strength we can draw from the earth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9b429bd-043c-46ff-9353-d9c20185dde4) - ![This image from "DANDYLION" captures a moment of pure, uninhibited movement. It represents the core of my artistic expression, which is raw, physical, and deeply emotional.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd55918b-a547-4c10-9517-aee965bfb22e) - [Video: A memory from an older improvised performance piece called "COMFORT ZONE." It was about exploring personal boundaries and was performed in an intimate bar setting in Koramangala.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5f89808-1bcb-4ed2-95d8-9bf36479cef6) - ![A wider view of a moment of introspection during a solo performance. Even in solitude, the body can fill a space with story and emotion, a theme central to my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f37317d3-1853-46ec-a847-d40c866295c4) ## About Solo Stage Performances My performances, like ALL ABOUT NOTHING, are not traditional shows where you sit back and passively watch. They are intimate, visceral dialogues between my body and the room, often held in small, grounded spaces like Shoonya Centre or Sabha in Bangalore. If you are coming to watch, come ready to be part of the silence, the breath, and the heavy, beautiful questions I am trying to answer. My work stems from a deep need to communicate when words fail. *DANDYLION* was born out of my residency at the Asia Meets Asia spring camp in Tokyo, where I began to understand how climate change is not just an external issue but an internal landscape of resilience. It is Butoh, yes, but it is also the sweat of a Kathak dancer and the sharp angles of Flamenco. I perform in intimate settings because I need to see your eyes. I need the audience to be part of the performance. Whether we are exploring the illusions of love in *ALL ABOUT NOTHING* or moving through the silence of a workshop, my focus remains on the *urja* (energy) in the room. **What you can expect:** * **A Raw Dialogue:** I do not follow a rigid script. My body reacts to the acoustics, the light, and the tension in the space. * **Physical Theatre:** A blend of Butoh, contemporary dance, and physical storytelling that confronts reality rather than avoiding it. * **Engagement:** These are not just shows; they are questions. I want to leave you thinking about the things we usually keep hidden in the corners of our minds. If you are looking for theatre that does not just entertain but demands you to feel, I am here to share that space with you. ## About Archana Kumar I am Archana, and I believe art is our only true revolution. My work is not about steps or choreography, but about unearthing the raw, messy truth of the human condition through my body. When I stand on stage, I am just sharing my heartbeat with you. 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