Monday, November 11, 2013

When the Gods meet - Unique confluence of Indic-Greek Mythology

Myths and legends are an integral part of any civilization. Varying from region to region they depict and symbolize the legacies of values and traditions through characters, which are often the creation of an imaginative mind, to channelize and instill a social order. 
 
Dr Sonal Mansingh, Padma Vibhushan, an embodiment and the living symbol of India’s great cultural heritage, an erudite cultural researcher, a consummately able interpreter, conceptualized-‘Indeek’–Retracing the Celestial Confluence’. This dance drama not only establishes the common connection of the two civilizations but also unravels the deep philosophy behind the mythologies that had guided them around the same time though far apart in location.
 

The 75 minutes show will take you in the world of spirituality and amazing mix of 13 Indian and Latino artists will spell you with their magnificent performance under the direction of India’s leading theatre director, ace technicians, and a dedicated team that goes to make a magna opus as “Indic - Greek”.
 
Dr Sonal Mansingh and her group will present spectacular episodes of the Indian mythology in Indian classical dance style while Shri Sandip Soparrkar and his cast will enact the Greek part of this dance drama opus, an incredible display of artistic brilliance.
 
Show Details 
Production: Centre for Indian Classical Dances
Direction & Choreography: Dr. Sonal Mansingh 
Production Advisor: Sohaila Kapur 
Music: Shubhendra & Saskia Rao, Ariane Gray Hubert and, Dr. Sonal Mansingh 
Latino Dances: Sandip Soparrkar & group 
 
Catch the magnificent performance on 27 November 2013 which will take you on the memorable spiritual journey through Kaliya Mardanam, Psyche Eros, Mohini - Bhasmasur, Europa & Zeus and Divine Marriage of Indian Gods Shiva - Parvati and Greek Mythology God Uranus - Gaiia episodes.                                                   
Event Details
Event: When the Gods meet - Unique confluence of Indic-Greek Mythology
Date: 27 November 2013
Time: 7 PM Onwards 
Duration: 75 minutes without interval 
Venue: Kamani Auditorium, Mandi House area of New Delhi at 1, Copernicus Marg