RAISE Theatre for Self-Discovery Programs
We use theatre as a mirror for the self. Through our RAISE program, students explore the teachings of Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi while finding confidence and clarity on the stage.
An invitation to "Hap, Hap, Happily in Ramana thatha’s Ashram," a RAISE dance and storytelling presentation. This program invites both parents and children to explore spiritual concepts together through performance.
The announcement for our RAISE theatre presentation, "Jnana." Performed by students, this production delves into the path of knowledge and self-enquiry as taught by Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi.
The poster for our RAISE annual program titled "Bhakti." This theatre presentation by students explored the path of devotion, showcasing another facet of spiritual life through the performing arts.
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Every child in our RAISE program takes the stage at the Ramana Maharshi Heritage Auditorium. Beyond learning lines, they engage with mythological scripts and classical music, designed to quiet the mind and build poise. Whether your child is 4 or older, they participate in the final showcase, which includes costumes and full production support, ensuring everyone finds their moment to shine.
Our RAISE (Ramana Art-form Interventions for Self-awareness and Excellence) program bridges the gap between artistic performance and inner quietude. We believe that when a child steps into a character from the Puranas, they are not just memorizing dialogue. They are stepping into a story of wisdom. Each production, be it 'Jnana' or 'Bhakti', requires them to practice focus and emotional control.
Training sessions at our Sanjaynagar campus cover theatrical basics, dialogue delivery, and Carnatic music, but the goal remains singular: to foster self-enquiry (aatma vichara). By participating in these structured rehearsals and the final performance, students learn that art is a medium for understanding oneself. We provide all necessary materials, including costumes and props, ensuring that the focus remains entirely on the creative and spiritual process. Our heritage programs invite students to look inward, turning the stage into a space for introspection and disciplined growth.
Ramana Maharshi Centre for Learning
At the Ramana Maharshi Centre for Learning, we share the wisdom of Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi through art and discipline. Our doors in Sanjaynagar are open to anyone seeking a path where theatre becomes a form of prayer and inner growth.
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