New Mythological Productions
Experience Puranic tales reinterpreted through grand-scale dance dramas, where classical technique meets modern multimedia stagecraft.
This teaser for 'Govardhana Leela' captures the epic moment Krishna lifts the mountain. My goal with such productions is to translate the magic of these stories into a powerful visual experience on stage.
A glimpse of the visual effects from 'Govardhana Leela', showing Krishna levitating. We use a blend of choreography and stagecraft to bring these divine miracles to life for the audience.
Here I announce the digital release of 'Govardhana Leela', a 35-minute production commissioned by Spirit of Margazhi. I explain how we translated a stage show for the camera to ensure a rich viewing experience at home.
The official poster for 'Kathaastra', a dance musical we presented for ISKCON Bangalore's silver jubilee. The production tells the story of Arjuna's quest for the divine Pashupatastra weapon.
In this message for ISKCON Bangalore, I share my personal connection to Lord Krishna and introduce the concept of 'Kathaastra'. For me, every production is an offering and a way to explore Krishna consciousness.
The poster for 'Cittapaharana', an event featuring my Harikatha performance and the dance production 'Apaharana'. This dual format allows the audience to experience a story from both a narrative and a choreographic perspective.
A teaser for 'Apaharana', a fictional dance drama that explores the parallel stories of Sita and Rukmini. The production uses choreography to contrast their responses to their respective 'abductions'.
Announcing our next magnum opus, 'Vālmīkīyam: The Chronicles of Rama'. This Broadway-scale production of the Ramayana is a massive undertaking, and we are excited to bring this epic to the stage.
On the auspicious day of Janmashtami, I announce our next huge production, 'Bha'. The Sanskrit letter 'Bha' has 28 different meanings, and we will explore them using a fusion of stage and cinematic techniques.
A teaser for 'Govardhana Leela' focusing on the Indra Pooja scene. The music and visuals are designed to immerse the audience in the festive and devotional atmosphere of the story.
About New Mythological Productions
You might see the final stage performance in these photos, but the real work happens months before the curtain rises. My approach to these productions involves more than choreography; it is a blend of Sanskrit research for the script, rhythmic calculations for the musical score, and specific lighting design to make the mythology feel tangible. We aim to ensure that when we tell stories like 'Govardhana Leela' or 'Kathaastra', the narrative flow is as tight and engaging as a modern film, bridging the gap between ancient text and the contemporary stage.
These productions are not just performances; they are an attempt to recreate 'Rasa'—that aesthetic bliss that connects the viewer to the divine. My work with Prabhat Arts International is centered on removing the clutter that often hides the beauty of our epics.
My Process
Every project begins with the source text. Whether it is the Mahabharata saga or a specific Puranic event like the Govardhana Leela, I stick to the roots, reading the original Sanskrit and shastras rather than interpreting them through secondary sources.
The Production Approach
- Multimedia Integration: We use 3D visuals, cinematic lighting, and modern stage technology to support the traditional Nritta and Abhinaya. The goal is to make the mythology visually accessible to a 21st-century audience without compromising the sanctity of the story.
- Original Soundscapes: Music is the soul of the performance. I compose original rhythmic cycles and melodic scores that blend Carnatic and Hindustani elements. You will not find synthesized tracks here; we record with live musicians—vocalists, percussionists, and instrumentalists—to ensure the sound system in your venue carries the full depth of the performance.
- Scaling Up: From solo Kathak interpretations to massive, Broadway-scale dance dramas with over 20 dancers, I handle the creative direction, scriptwriting, and light cue sheets. My goal is to deliver a complete production that requires minimal logistical headache for the organizer, so you can focus on the performance.
Think of these productions as a university of sorts, where we translate ancient wisdom into a visual language that speaks to everyone.
Sharat Prabhath
I am Sharat Prabhath. My team and I at Prabhat Arts International don’t believe in just reciting stories; we translate the epic emotional weight of our Puranas into stage productions that you actually feel. We mix classical dance with modern technology to ensure the message sticks.
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