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SUMMARY:"Krishnaa" - Sydney
DESCRIPTION:Krishnaa A calling to Lord Krishna This production is a collection of traditional pieces that all address Krishna. Krishna is seen from the perspectives of Andal\, Meera\, Radha\, Yashoda\, and a Gopika. The production begins with the Andal Kautvam and verses from the Nachiyar tirumozhi where Andal imagines lord Krishna to be her groom. This is followed by a Varnam in Raga Charukeshi\, by Lalgudi Jayaraman\, where the journey of a Gopika to self realisation through her longing for Krishna is expressed. The performance ends with the Kalinga Nartana Tillana of Oothukadu Ventaka Kavi\, followed by a Bhajan of Meera. Run Time: 90 mins Age: All ages
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/krishnaa-sydney/
LOCATION:Riverside theatre\, Sydney\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230521T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230503T074224Z
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SUMMARY:Open level workshop - Singapore
DESCRIPTION:Rukmini will teach an open level workshop. The two hour movement class will be followed by a Q&A with Rukmini.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/open-level-workshop-singapore-2/
LOCATION:Caliente Dance studio\, Singapore\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230503T073916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095657Z
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SUMMARY:Open level workshop - Singapore
DESCRIPTION:Rukmini will teach an open level workshop. The two hour movement class will be followed by a Q&A with Rukmini.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/open-level-workshop-singapore/
LOCATION:Caliente Dance studio\, Singapore\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230520T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230503T073638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095657Z
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SUMMARY:Bharatanatyam Masterclass - Singapore
DESCRIPTION:Rukmini will teach a traditional Bharatanatyam composition to the students\, and explain the technicalities of the choreography. Students must have 5 to 6 years of training in Bharatanatyam and should be learning choreography already in order to attend this workshop
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/bharatanatyam-masterclass-singapore/
LOCATION:Caliente Dance studio\, Singapore\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230515T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230502T123147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095657Z
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SUMMARY:An evening of Bharatanatyam - Thrissur
DESCRIPTION:Rukmini will be presenting a collection of classical choreographies. \nFor event tickets contact: \nMoorthy – +91-9447023832 \nsrutivani@asianetindia.com
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/an-evening-of-bharatanatyam-thrissur/
LOCATION:Sree Seetharamaswamy Devaswom\, India
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230426
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230502T122417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095657Z
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SUMMARY:LAS\, Intensive workshop
DESCRIPTION:The program aims to help dedicated dancers to grow artistically in the art of Bharatanatyam. The intensive is structured to include various other disciplines like yoga\, strength training\, rhythm etc.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/las-intensive-workshop/
LOCATION:Bangalore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230415T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230502T120031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095657Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness & Movement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO BOOK ONLINE SESSION
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/mindfulness-movement-workshop/
LOCATION:Online Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230409T184500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230309T065615Z
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SUMMARY:An evening of Bharatanatyam performance - ISKCON\, Bangalore
DESCRIPTION:Rukmini and the students of Raadha Kalpa will be presenting a collection of pieces on Krishna in celebration of Krishna Janmashtami
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/an-evening-of-bharatanatyam-performance-iskcon-bangalore/
LOCATION:Brahmotsava\, Bangalore\, Brahmotsava\,\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230318T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230318T210000
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CREATED:20230309T065241Z
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SUMMARY:Ishwara - Chandigarh
DESCRIPTION:Ishwara by Rukmini Vijayakumar\nIt was choreographed in memory of her father\, K Vijayakumar. \nParvati and Parameshwara\, Shiva and Sati\, Masculine and Feminine\, Purusha and Prakruti\, are the many names that describe this mystery of creation. \nThrough Vedanta\, we realise that all of this universe is an embodiment of Ishwara. Shiva and Parvati represent the unmanifest and the manifest in the world around us. The puranas reference the physical manifest forms of Shiva and Parvati as symbolic representations of this philosophy\, attributing human qualities and emotions to relate trivial\, often humorous interactions between them. The stories ultimately carry the idea of both of them representing all of creation\, but in the manifest forms often not realising it.\nIshwara\, is a journey of human emotion\, love\, loss and realisation through the eyes of Shiva and Parvati.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/ishwara-chandigarh/
LOCATION:All India Bhaskar Rao Nritya and Sangeet Sammelan\, Chandigarh\, All India Bhaskar Rao Nritya and Sangeet Sammelan\,\, Chandigarh\, Punjab\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230305T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230309T064945Z
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SUMMARY:Devi - Naayika\, Surat
DESCRIPTION:DEVI\nby\nRukmini Vijayakumar \nConcept & Choreography: Rukmini Vijayakumar \nDevi\nThe feminine energy \nDevi is a collection of traditional pieces that exalt the female goddesses\, their power\, grace and beauty. The goddesses are seen as life giving\, nourishing\, and as the very life force itself. Our many traditional compositions describe the goddesses as beautiful\, with long beautiful tresses\, adorned in jewellery while wielding the strength and power to create and annihilate universes. Devi is a celebration of this divinity that exists within all of us.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/devi-naayika-surat/
LOCATION:Naayika\, Surat\, Naayika\, Surat\, Gujarat
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230303T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230309T064242Z
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SUMMARY:"The Goddess" - Kumaraguru Institutions\, Coimbatore
DESCRIPTION:“The Goddess\nA Raadha Kalpa Production \nThe archetype of power\, strength and victory in india is depicted by a female form. Kali\, Devi and Durga are the forms of goddess Parvati that represent strength and power. In most cultures\, the representation of power is always held within a male form\, but the goddesses in the Hindu pantheon carry the metaphor for courage amongst various other essential aspects of life. Knowledge & creation\, wealth\, nourishment and sustenance\, strength\, power\, art\, beauty\, grace and kindness are all represented by the many goddesses. The production features three compositions that explore these various aspects of the Goddesses. \nChoreography & Direction\nRukmini Vijayakumar \nDancers\nRukmini Vijayakumar\nPadmashree\nAsokavadhani\nPriyadarshini Rajendran\nSurabhi Gopal\nReanna Ranjan\nManasvee Gupta \nLight Design\nGyandev Singh \nPhotography:\nVivian Ambrose\nRakesh\nSunilino”
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/the-goddess-kumaraguru-institutions-coimbatore/
LOCATION:Kumaraguru Institutions\, Coimbatore\, Kumaraguru Institutions\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230301
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T130527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:Charis and Adavu Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Adavu Explorations \nRukmini Vijayakumar\, the Director of Raadha Kalpa will teach a class that will be a fun exploration of the practise of Adavus and their usage in choreography\, according to the idea of neutrality and layering in the Raadha Kalpa Method. \nHow do we use adavus in korwes and jathis?\nHow do we think of the dynamics in each movement?\nHow do we innovate within the tradition of movement? \nEligibility: Minimum of 5 years of regular training in bharatanatyam. \nCharis & Abhinaya (Open to all styles) \nThe first hour of the workshop will introduce the movements from the Natyashastra known as the Chairs. These are the building block for Karanas\, as reconstructed by Dr Padma Subrahmanyam. The Charis will be shared and used as a warm-up for the class so students are exposed to the type of dancing that used to exist in India. \nThe second half of the workshop will explore tools for Abhinaya\, and work with some exercises that will be beneficial to all genres of dance. All styles can implement what they assimilate in their respective techniques and aesthetics. “
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/charis-and-adavu-exploration/
LOCATION:Amsterdam\, Netherlands\, Netherlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="India Dance Europe":MAILTO:sharon@indiandance-europe.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230226T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T130243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:Bharatanatyam Workshop - Germany
DESCRIPTION:Rukmini will teach a traditional Bharatanatyam composition to the students\, and explain the technicalities of the choreography. Students must have 5 to 6 years of training in Bharatanatyam and should be learning choreography already in order to attend this workshop
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/bharatanatyam-workshop-germany/
LOCATION:Wuppertal\, Germany
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230225T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230225T173000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T130103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:The Raadha Kalpa Method workshop
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is open to amateur and professional dancers of all genres. \nThe workshop will consist of strengthening (based on Rukmini’s Raadhakalpa method)\, aesthetics\, alignment and insights into the world of Indian dance. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity!\nThe capacity of the workshop is limited\, so early registration is advised.\nPrice: 22 000 HUF \nParticipation is subject to registration.\nPlease send an email to the following address:\nrukminibudapesten@gmail.com
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/the-raadha-kalpa-method-workshop/
LOCATION:Budapest\, Hungary
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T125817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:Krishnaa - Budapest\, Hungary
DESCRIPTION:Krishnaa – A calling to Lord Krishna\nThis production is a collection of traditional pieces that all address Krishna.  Krishna is seen from the perspectives of Andal\, Meera\, Radha\, Yashoda\, and a Gopika. The production begins with the Andal Kautvam and verses from the Nachiyar tirumozhi where Andal imagines lord Krishna to be her groom. This is followed by a Varnam in Raga Charukeshi\, by Lalgudi Jayaraman\, where the journey of a Gopika to self realisation through her longing for Krishna is expressed. The performance ends with the Kalinga Nartana Tillana of Oothukadu Ventaka Kavi\, followed by a Bhajan of Meera.  Run Time: 90 mins\nAge: All ages”
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/krishnaa-budapest-hungary/
LOCATION:Budapest\, Hungary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230222T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20230222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T125522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:Open level workshop: "Intro to Bharatanatyam"
DESCRIPTION:Rukmini will teach an open level workshop. The two hour movement class will be followed by an hour of Q&A with Rukmini.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/open-level-workshop-intro-to-bharatanatyam/
LOCATION:Amsterdam\, Netherlands
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230219
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T125211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:Abducted - Invitees Only - Bangalore
DESCRIPTION:Abducted – Unbounded desire\nConcept & Choreography: Rukmini Vijayakumar\nVocals: R Raguram\nMridangam: Vinod Shyam\nPercussion: Sunaad Anoor\nSarangi: Sarfaraz Khan \nAn experimental Bharatanatyam solo\nThe female body is physically weaker than the male body. It is easily dominated by virtue of inherently not possessing the same amount of strength as a man. A woman’s body is projected as an object of desire repeatedly through centuries by societies. The image of a submissive\, helpless woman is repeated through history\, across cultures. It is an image that is used to sell commercial merchandise repeatedly. \nA woman almost always feels a sense of helplessness in situations of physical confrontation with a man. Abduction is inspired by stories of abduction and retribution in India and around the world. The act of abducting someone itself reflects the incapacity to consider another. It is a desire with no boundaries. Populations have begun to come to terms with degrees of abuse that exist in many forms and shapes. The representation of a physically strong woman in the modern world\, in films and comics is largely attached to the physical objectification of women. Can we represent strength and power in a female body without it also carrying sexual appeal? An archetype of a powerful woman that is feared by all is represented in the Indian Goddess\, Kali. Kali is embraced as a figurative female energy that holds within herself the ability to annihilate evil and rejuvenate life. This particular image has no objectification of the female body attached to it. Kali is sensual\, but does not cater to the male gaze as a sexual object. She is also not ‘pure’ in the sense of being devoid of sexual energy. At which point does the abuse of power bring out the Kali in us. At which point does a woman’s desire materialise? When does she wield her power\, strength and take charge of her sexuality?
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/abducted-invitees-only-bangalore/
LOCATION:MAP Museum\, MAP museum\,\, Bangalore\, Karnataka\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230217
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T125025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:Abducted - Pondicherry
DESCRIPTION:Abducted – Unbounded desire\nConcept & Choreography: Rukmini Vijayakumar\nVocals: R Raguram\nMridangam: Vinod Shyam\nPercussion: Sunaad Anoor\nSarangi: Sarfaraz Khan \nAn experimental Bharatanatyam solo\nThe female body is physically weaker than the male body. It is easily dominated by virtue of inherently not possessing the same amount of strength as a man. A woman’s body is projected as an object of desire repeatedly through centuries by societies. The image of a submissive\, helpless woman is repeated through history\, across cultures. It is an image that is used to sell commercial merchandise repeatedly. \nA woman almost always feels a sense of helplessness in situations of physical confrontation with a man. Abduction is inspired by stories of abduction and retribution in India and around the world. The act of abducting someone itself reflects the incapacity to consider another. It is a desire with no boundaries. Populations have begun to come to terms with degrees of abuse that exist in many forms and shapes. The representation of a physically strong woman in the modern world\, in films and comics is largely attached to the physical objectification of women. Can we represent strength and power in a female body without it also carrying sexual appeal? An archetype of a powerful woman that is feared by all is represented in the Indian Goddess\, Kali. Kali is embraced as a figurative female energy that holds within herself the ability to annihilate evil and rejuvenate life. This particular image has no objectification of the female body attached to it. Kali is sensual\, but does not cater to the male gaze as a sexual object. She is also not ‘pure’ in the sense of being devoid of sexual energy. At which point does the abuse of power bring out the Kali in us. At which point does a woman’s desire materialise? When does she wield her power\, strength and take charge of her sexuality?
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/abducted-pondicherry/
LOCATION:Kalarigram\, Pondicherry\, Kalarigram\, Pondicherry
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230211T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T124552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T095658Z
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SUMMARY:Devi & Abducted
DESCRIPTION:DEVI & ABDUCTED by Rukmini Vijayakumar\nConcept & Choreography: Rukmini Vijayakumar\nVocals: R Raguram\nMridangam: Vinod Shyam\nPercussion: Sunaad Anoor\nSarangi: Sarfaraz Khan \nDevi – The feminine energy\nDevi is a collection of traditional pieces that exalt the female goddesses\, their power\, grace and beauty. The goddesses are seen as life giving\, nourishing\, and as the very life force itself. Our many traditional compositions describe the goddesses as beautiful\, with long beautiful tresses\, adorned in jewellery while wielding the strength and power to create and annihilate universes. Devi is a celebration of this divinity that exists within all of us. \nAbducted\nUnbounded desire \nAn experimental Bharatanatyam solo \nThe female body is physically weaker than the male body. It is easily dominated by virtue of inherently not possessing the same amount of strength as a man. A woman’s body is projected as an object of desire repeatedly through centuries by societies. The image of a submissive\, helpless woman is repeated through history\, across cultures. It is an image that is used to sell commercial merchandise repeatedly. \nA woman almost always feels a sense of helplessness in situations of physical confrontation with a man. Abduction is inspired by stories of abduction and retribution in India and around the world. The act of abducting someone itself reflects the incapacity to consider another. It is a desire with no boundaries. Populations have begun to come to terms with degrees of abuse that exist in many forms and shapes. The representation of a physically strong woman in the modern world\, in films and comics is largely attached to the physical objectification of women. Can we represent strength and power in a female body without it also carrying sexual appeal? An archetype of a powerful woman that is feared by all is represented in the Indian Goddess\, Kali. Kali is embraced as a figurative female energy that holds within herself the ability to annihilate evil and rejuvenate life. This particular image has no objectification of the female body attached to it. Kali is sensual\, but does not cater to the male gaze as a sexual object. She is also not ‘pure’ in the sense of being devoid of sexual energy. At which point does the abuse of power bring out the Kali in us. At which point does a woman’s desire materialise? When does she wield her power\, strength and take charge of her sexuality?
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/devi-and-abducted/
LOCATION:Shankaraa Foundation\, Shankaraa Foundation\, Kanakpura road\, Bangalore\, Karnataka\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230131T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230131T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T124205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:The Goddess
DESCRIPTION:The Goddess\nA Raadha Kalpa Production\nThe archetype of power\, strength and victory in india is depicted by a female form. Kali\, Devi and Durga are the forms of goddess Parvati that represent strength and power. In most cultures\, the representation of power is always held within a male form\, but the goddesses in the Hindu pantheon carry the metaphor for courage amongst various other essential aspects of life. Knowledge & creation\, wealth\, nourishment and sustenance\, strength\, power\, art\, beauty\, grace and kindness are all represented by the many goddesses. The production features three compositions that explore these various aspects of the Goddesses. \nChoreography & Direction\nRukmini Vijayakumar \nDancers\nRukmini Vijayakumar\nPadmashree\nAsokavadhani\nAnusha Yash\nPriyadarshini Rajendran\nSamyuktha Jujare\nSurabhi Gopal\nReanna Ranjan\nManasvee Gupta \nLight Design\nGyandev Singh \nMusic\nAmbi Subramaniam : Violin \nKeerthana Vaidyanathan: Vocals\nRaghuram Rajagopalan: Vocals \nSunaad Anoor: Percussion\nAnoor Vinod Shyam: Mridangam & Percussion \nPhotography\nVivian Ambrose\nRakesh\nSunilino
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/the-goddess/
LOCATION:BNMIT College Auditorium\, BNMIT college auditorium\, Banashankari\,\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230128T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230125T123805Z
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SUMMARY:Devi: Celebrating the Goddess
DESCRIPTION:A morning of traditional devotional songs on the various goddesses. An informal performance by Rukmini Vijayakumar and Raghuram Rajagopalan.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/devi-celebrating-the-goddess/
LOCATION:Devagiri devastanam\, Devagiri Devastanam\, Banashankari\,\, Bangalore\, Karnataka\, India
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230114T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20230109T045615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:Nayika - Vani Mahal\, Chennai
DESCRIPTION:KALAI VIZHA – is a flagship cultural event of Abbas Cultural for the last 30 years. \nAbbas Cultural organization has been the pioneer in promoting Arts and Cultural programs. The programs have been well designed in such a way that all aspects of Art are nicely and perfectly covered keeping in mind our Cultural tradition and the Rasikas tastes. \nThis year\, our 31st Annual Arts and Cultural program of “Kalai Vizha 2023” is going to be held at Vani Mahal from 13th January to 22nd January 2023 (continuously for 10 days) Daily 3 concerts – 2 pm\, 4.15 pm\, and 7 pm. \nGreat and eminent personalities will be performing the shows with their fullest supporting groups like Classical Music\, Light Music\, Instrumental Music\, Grand solo and Group Dance\, Spiritual Discourse\, etc. The list is endless… \nPlease come one and all to celebrate the “Kalai Vizha 2023” with non-stop amazing programs to enjoy the ecstatic ambiance. \nGrab your Tickets Now for RUKMINI VIJAYAKUMAR`s Enchanting Bharathanatyam Recital on Saturday\, 14th January 2023 @ 4.15 pm.
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/nayika-vani-mahal-chennai/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20230113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T093618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:“Krishnaa” - Bharat Kalachar\, Chennai
DESCRIPTION:A calling to Lord Krishna\nThis production is a collection of traditional pieces that all address Krishna.  Krishna is seen from the perspectives of Andal\, Meera\, Radha\, Yashoda\, and a Gopika. The production begins with the Andal Kautvam and verses from the Nachiyar Tirumozhi where Andal imagines lord Krishna to be her groom. This is followed by a Varnam in Raga Charukeshi\, by Lalgudi Jayaraman\, where the journey of a Gopika to self realisation through her longing for Krishna is expressed. Madumeikkum kanne\, a tamil folk song that is a conversation between Yashoda and little krishna follows the Varnam. Krishna wants to go out to tend the cows and Yashoda is trying to convince him that he’s too small to do that. Lalita Lavanga\, an Ashtapadi where the sakhi tells Radha to let go of her anger and go to krishna is the next composition in the production. The performance ends with the Kalinga Nartana Tillana of Oothukadu Ventaka Kavi\, followed by a Bhajan of Meera. \nRun Time: 90 mins\nAge: All ages \nVocals: Raghuram R & Nandakumar Unnikrishnan\nNattuvangam: D Prasanna Kumar\nMridangam: Harsha Samaga & N Kesavan\nFlute: Mahesha Swamy\nJathi Composition (Varnam) : G Gurumurthy
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/krishnaa-bharat-kalachar-chennai/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230112
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T093543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:“Krishnaa” - Saptak Festival\, Ahmedabad
DESCRIPTION:This year’s festival is dedicated to the memory of Padma Vibhushan Pt. Shivkumar Sharma & Padma Vibhushan Pt. Birju Maharaj. This festival will also be a tribute to Tabla Samrat Padma Vibhushan Pt. Kishan Maharaj on his 100th Birth Anniversary year. \n43rd Saptak Annual Music Festival – 2023\nEvent Starts From 01-January-2023 To 13-January-2023\nEvent Time : 08:30:PM (IST)\nVenue : L D Arts College\, (Old Amrut Mody School of Management) \, Opp. I.I.M.A.\, Ahmedabad.\n\n\n\nA calling to Lord Krishna\nThis production is a collection of traditional pieces that all address Krishna.  Krishna is seen from the perspectives of Andal\, Meera\, Radha\, Yashoda\, and a Gopika. The production begins with the Andal Kautvam and verses from the Nachiyar Tirumozhi where Andal imagines lord Krishna to be her groom. This is followed by a Varnam in Raga Charukeshi\, by Lalgudi Jayaraman\, where the journey of a Gopika to self realisation through her longing for Krishna is expressed. Madumeikkum kanne\, a tamil folk song that is a conversation between Yashoda and little krishna follows the Varnam. Krishna wants to go out to tend the cows and Yashoda is trying to convince him that he’s too small to do that. Lalita Lavanga\, an Ashtapadi where the sakhi tells Radha to let go of her anger and go to krishna is the next composition in the production. The performance ends with the Kalinga Nartana Tillana of Oothukadu Ventaka Kavi\, followed by a Bhajan of Meera. \nRun Time: 90 mins\nAge: All ages \nVocals: Raghuram R & Nandakumar Unnikrishnan\nNattuvangam: D Prasanna Kumar\nMridangam: Harsha Samaga & N Kesavan\nFlute: Mahesha Swamy\nJathi Composition (Varnam) : G Gurumurthy
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/krishnaa-saptak-festival-ahmedabad/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T093418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:A Margam - The Atrium\, Martinique
DESCRIPTION:More details coming soon…
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/a-margam-the-atrium-martinique/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221113
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T093022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:“The Goddess” - The Atrium\, Martinique
DESCRIPTION:More details coming soon… \nA Raadha kalpa Production \nThe archetype of power\, strength and victory in india is depicted by a female form. Kali\, Devi and Durga are the forms of goddess Parvati that represent strength and power. In most cultures\, the representation of power is always held within a male form\, but the goddesses in the Hindu pantheon carry the metaphor for courage amongst various other essential aspects of life. Knowledge & creation\, wealth\, nourishment and sustenance\, strength\, power\, art\, beauty\, grace and kindness are all represented  by the many goddesses. The production features three compositions that explore these various aspects of the Goddesses. \nSundari \nFeatured artist & Composer: Ambi Subramaniam \nThe indian goddesses are adorned with pearls\, rubies and diamonds\, bedecked in jewellery and draped in flowing silks. They have long hair that billows like the clouds\, beautiful voluptuous bodies\, bangles around their delicate wrists and anklets that tinkle when they walk. The goddesses are seen as sensual\, beautiful\, graceful yet powerful. \nMaharajni \nFeatured artists: Keerthana Vaidyanathan & Raghuram Rajagopalan\nComposer: Raghuram Rajagopalan \nPower in a female form\, in the modern world is often depicted without sensuality. A sensual woman in the contemporary world is objectified by commercial media. The indian goddesses hold power while also being sensual and sexual. Kali possesses supreme beauty while simultaneously exuding strength and ferocity. Maharajni\, is the ruler of the universe. She instills fear while also being the kindest and most loving. \nManonmani \nFeatured artists & Composers: Sunaad Anoor & Anoor Vinod Shyam \nFrom thought comes creation. The creator and created are both Devi. They have no distance from one another\, and yet they seem separate from one another. Birds take flight\, flowers bloom\, rivers flow\, mountains rise and life begins as Devi gracefully walks. The rhythm of the universe begins. \nChoreography & Direction\nRukmini Vijayakumar \nRehearsal Directors\nPadmashree & Asokavadhani \nDancers\nRukmini Vijayakumar\nPadmashree\nAsokavadhani\nAnusha Yash\nPriyadarshini Rajendran\nSamyuktha Jujare\nSurabhi Gopal\nReanna Ranjan\nManasvee Gupta \nLight Design\nGyandev Singh \nMusic\nAmbi Subramaniam : Violin \nKeerthana Vaidyanathan : Vocals\nRaghuram Rajagopalan : Vocals \nSunaad Anoor : Percussion\nAnoor Vinod Shyam : Mridangam & Percussion
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/the-goddess-the-atrium-martinique/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221107T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221107T220000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T093324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:“The Goddess” - Chowdiah Memorial Hall\, Bangalore
DESCRIPTION:More details coming soon… \nA Raadha kalpa Production \nThe archetype of power\, strength and victory in india is depicted by a female form. Kali\, Devi and Durga are the forms of goddess Parvati that represent strength and power. In most cultures\, the representation of power is always held within a male form\, but the goddesses in the Hindu pantheon carry the metaphor for courage amongst various other essential aspects of life. Knowledge & creation\, wealth\, nourishment and sustenance\, strength\, power\, art\, beauty\, grace and kindness are all represented  by the many goddesses. The production features three compositions that explore these various aspects of the Goddesses. \nSundari \nFeatured artist & Composer: Ambi Subramaniam \nThe indian goddesses are adorned with pearls\, rubies and diamonds\, bedecked in jewellery and draped in flowing silks. They have long hair that billows like the clouds\, beautiful voluptuous bodies\, bangles around their delicate wrists and anklets that tinkle when they walk. The goddesses are seen as sensual\, beautiful\, graceful yet powerful. \nMaharajni \nFeatured artists: Keerthana Vaidyanathan & Raghuram Rajagopalan\nComposer: Raghuram Rajagopalan \nPower in a female form\, in the modern world is often depicted without sensuality. A sensual woman in the contemporary world is objectified by commercial media. The indian goddesses hold power while also being sensual and sexual. Kali possesses supreme beauty while simultaneously exuding strength and ferocity. Maharajni\, is the ruler of the universe. She instills fear while also being the kindest and most loving. \nManonmani \nFeatured artists & Composers: Sunaad Anoor & Anoor Vinod Shyam \nFrom thought comes creation. The creator and created are both Devi. They have no distance from one another\, and yet they seem separate from one another. Birds take flight\, flowers bloom\, rivers flow\, mountains rise and life begins as Devi gracefully walks. The rhythm of the universe begins. \nChoreography & Direction\nRukmini Vijayakumar \nRehearsal Directors\nPadmashree & Asokavadhani \nDancers\nRukmini Vijayakumar\nPadmashree\nAsokavadhani\nAnusha Yash\nPriyadarshini Rajendran\nSamyuktha Jujare\nSurabhi Gopal\nReanna Ranjan\nManasvee Gupta \nLight Design\nGyandev Singh \nMusic\nAmbi Subramaniam : Violin \nKeerthana Vaidyanathan : Vocals\nRaghuram Rajagopalan : Vocals \nSunaad Anoor : Percussion\nAnoor Vinod Shyam : Mridangam & Percussion
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/the-goddess-chowdiah-memorial-hall-bangalore/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221021T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T092813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T094055Z
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SUMMARY:“Ishwara” - JSS Auditorium\, Bangalore
DESCRIPTION:A journey to the self \nPresented by Rukmini Vijayakumar \nDedicated to her father\, K Vijayakumar \nParvati and Parameshwara\, Shiva and Sati\, Masculine and Feminine\, Purusha and Prakruti\, are the many names that describe this mystery of creation. \nThrough Vedanta\, we realise that all of this universe is an embodiment of Ishwara. Shiva and Parvati represent the unmanifest and the manifest in the world around us. The puranas reference the physical manifest forms of Shiva and Parvati as symbolic representations of this philosophy\, attributing human qualities and emotions to relate trivial\, often humorous interactions between them. The stories ultimately carry the idea of both of them representing all of creation\, but in the manifest forms often not realising it.\nIshwara\, is a journey of human emotion\, love\, loss and realisation through the eyes of Shiva and Parvati. \nArdanareeshwara:\nAn Invocation that describes a physical form that unites the manifest and unmanifest. \nParvati Parameshwara:\nA Varnam that relates the story of the love of Shiva and Parvati. \nApasara Shambo:\nA Padam that is a humorous take on marital life. \nIrakkam Varamal:\nA padam that describes the yearning of a bhakta to know the self or Ishwara. \nShankara:\nA Tillana / Tani avartanam that is an act of surrender to the universal truth of oneness. \nRun time: 90-100 min\nAge: 10 yrs and above \nArtists\nVocals: Nandakumar Unnikrishnan\nNattuvangam: DV Prasanna Kumar\nMridangam: Harsha Samaga M\nFlute: Mahesha Swamy\nLighting: Subodh
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/ishwara-jss-auditorium-bangalore/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221019T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T092701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T072953Z
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SUMMARY:“Ishwara” - RR Sabha\, Chennai
DESCRIPTION:A journey to the self \nPresented by Rukmini Vijayakumar \nDedicated to her father\, K Vijayakumar \nParvati and Parameshwara\, Shiva and Sati\, Masculine and Feminine\, Purusha and Prakruti\, are the many names that describe this mystery of creation. \nThrough Vedanta\, we realise that all of this universe is an embodiment of Ishwara. Shiva and Parvati represent the unmanifest and the manifest in the world around us. The puranas reference the physical manifest forms of Shiva and Parvati as symbolic representations of this philosophy\, attributing human qualities and emotions to relate trivial\, often humorous interactions between them. The stories ultimately carry the idea of both of them representing all of creation\, but in the manifest forms often not realising it.\nIshwara\, is a journey of human emotion\, love\, loss and realisation through the eyes of Shiva and Parvati. \nArdanareeshwara:\nAn Invocation that describes a physical form that unites the manifest and unmanifest.\n \nParvati Parameshwara:\nA Varnam that relates the story of the love of Shiva and Parvati. \nApasara Shambo:\nA Padam that is a humorous take on marital life. \nIrakkam Varamal:\nA padam that describes the yearning of a bhakta to know the self or Ishwara. \nShankara:\nA Tillana / Tani avartanam that is an act of surrender to the universal truth of oneness. \nRun time: 90-100 min\nAge: 10 yrs and above \nArtists\nVocals: Nandakumar Unnikrishnan\nNattuvangam: DV Prasanna Kumar\nMridangam: Harsha Samaga M\nFlute: Mahesha Swamy\nLighting: Subodh
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/ishwara-rr-sabha-chennai/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221002T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20221002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004656
CREATED:20220901T092304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T072953Z
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SUMMARY:“Krishnaa” - Jheelnagari Music Festival Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:More details coming soon…..\n\n \n\nA calling to Lord Krishna\n\nThis production is a collection of traditional pieces that all address Krishna.  Krishna is seen from the perspectives of Andal\, Meera\, Radha\, Yashoda\, and a Gopika. The production begins with the Andal Kautvam and verses from the Nachiyar Tirumozhi where Andal imagines lord Krishna to be her groom. This is followed by a Varnam in Raga Charukeshi\, by Lalgudi Jayaraman\, where the journey of a Gopika to self realisation through her longing for Krishna is expressed. Madumeikkum kanne\, a tamil folk song that is a conversation between Yashoda and little krishna follows the Varnam. Krishna wants to go out to tend the cows and Yashoda is trying to convince him that he’s too small to do that. Lalita Lavanga\, an Ashtapadi where the sakhi tells Radha to let go of her anger and go to krishna is the next composition in the production. The performance ends with the Kalinga Nartana Tillana of Oothukadu Ventaka Kavi\, followed by a Bhajan of Meera.\n\nRun Time: 90 mins\nAge: All ages\n\nVocals: Raghuram R & Nandakumar Unnikrishnan\nNattuvangam: D Prasanna Kumar\nMridangam: Harsha Samaga & N Kesavan\nFlute: Mahesha Swamy\nJathi Composition (Varnam) : G Gurumurthy
URL:https://dancerukmini.com/event/krishnaa-jheelnagari-music-festival-mumbai/
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