Collaborative and Experimental Bharatanatyam Choreography

My work in experimental choreography is driven by the belief that Bharatanatyam is a living, breathing medium. It is not limited to the traditional repertoire. Take, for example, 'Tatsama Tadbhava', a production created in collaboration with the Abstratics Creative Dance Company. We explored Carl Jung's archetypes—the Shadow, Anima, Persona, and the Self—using a blend of classical geometry and contemporary fluid movement.

How I Structure Collaborative Projects

• The Narrative Core: Every experiment begins with a strong concept. Whether we are tackling social issues, climate change, or human psychology, the story dictates the movement.
• The Musical Dialogue: Even in fusion projects, I insist on working with a live music team. The synergy between a vocalist, a mrudangist, and the dancers is where the energy for improvisation arises.
• Technical Integration: I work closely with lighting designers and stage teams to ensure the physical space supports the narrative shift, especially when merging forms that require different stage setups.

Why Collaborate?

If you are a dance school, a theatre group, or an individual artist looking to create a performance that defies traditional categorization, let us talk. I have worked with puppeteers and contemporary dancers to find the 'Tatsama' (same) and 'Tadbhava' (evolved/derived) elements in art. My role is to maintain the discipline of the classical form while ensuring the artistic expression remains authentic and relevant to today's audiences in Bengaluru and beyond.