Program

Mangalacharan	The auspicious beginning to the ritual of Dance, Text from Medieval India. Sonal Mansingh and Shashdhar Acharya perform a hymn to the male and female Principle of Creation.- The Ardha-Naareeshwara.
A Tribute to India	The song by the 20th century Bengali poet Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya is eloquent with description of India as Mother-Goddess in the forms of Durga- the protector, Kamala - giver of prosperities and Vani - goddess of knowledge.
Sunayana	The beauty of the eyes of a woman are described in many different ways. In a typical rendition in the Paala style of Odissi, the dancer drews surprising conclusions to extol the eyes. Unusual similies are the hallmark of Paala.
Mayura	As the main clouds gather, peacock dances in the glory of its full plumage. This is a traditional Chhau dance from the Seraikella region of Bihar.
Natangi	The concluding pure dance number of an Odissi is traditionally called Natangi. It is now often called Mokshya, but Vaisnavism, in which Odissi dance is steeped right from 12th century, does not believe in the concept of mokshya. Therefore, the finale of an Odissi recital should more appropriately be called Natangi and not Mokshya.
Swaralaya	Melody and rhythm come together with vocal, Sarod and Pakhawaj and easing each other and then joining together for a grand finale.
Mary Magdalene	Mary Magdalene is a Biblical episode of Mary’s surrender at the feet of Jesus and adoration of Christ. Is narrated through dance with text in Hindi. This has been acclaimed as unique and moving experience by connoisseurs and viewers alike.
Dashavatara	Dashavatara is an awesome description of the evolutionary cycle from the Indic love. In incarnations of Vishnu tells us about the pre medial to modern times and how the aeonic cycle will end only to start again. Text: The Gita-Govind by Jayadev, 12th Cent. A.D.
ShivaTandava	It is believed that the Universe was created with the dance of Shiva, his swirling locks and dancing limbs transforming energy into matter. This dance also sustains the manifested Universe as, through the vibrant motions of the dance, the creation comes to the end of one cosmic cycle, hence to begin a new. The dance of Shiva finds a colorful and awe-inspiring treatment in the verses of Swati Tirunal, the 18th century Maharaja of Travancore.