Attakkalri’s ‘World Dance’ in Bengaluru is a fusion of global and local stories

In an era when interactions about climate change, migration and identity often run on boardrooms and social media, Atkkalari World dance An intestine, physical medium to consider these subjects to the audience invites in contemporary dance. From 12 to 14 December, the Freedom Park in Bengaluru will become a platform for global narratives, which will be brought into life by a generous lineup of artists. Curateed by Atkkalari’s artistic director, Jayachandran Palazi, the program mixes local traditions with international influences, providing a sensory and cerebral experience.

For Jayachandran, dance is not just an art form; This is the reflection of our time. “Overraching theme is about talking about our time – especially about climate emergency, environmental concerns, migration and war,” they explain. World dance Italy performs with Indian artists from Italy, Japan and the United States, calling Jayachandran “various types of physical artifacts of our time”.

The lineup includes three major performances: Sonnet of Samsara, Time’s foliosAnd that’s all folks! – Each specific in its vision yet by a shared ambition to carry forward the boundaries of contemporary dance.

Sonnet of Samsara

A huge, site-specific task, Sonnet of Samsara Freedom is ready to consciate the freedom park with rituals, myths and a mixture of abstraction. Taking inspiration from sublime – ineffective experiences that fail to catch words – this performance channels the energy of its location.

“It is about rituals and myths, which is as the other side of dreams,” Jayachandran explains. “It represents, in a metaphor manner, what is happening through each of us.” Performance includes elements of Indian traditions, from the Sanskrit theater’s Muguhu drum to martial arts like Kalari Paytu.

Live music plays an important role, with singer MD Pallavi with Japanese electro-rich artist Kunihiko Matsuo. Visual elements are equally compelling. Colorful, hand -painted silk flag Dream beach The London -based Kinetica Design will create a project background by studio. Created through workshops with communities, these flags tell stories of tests, tribulations and aspirations.

Time’s folios

Follows of time | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

If Sonnet of Samsara Connects to the past through rituals and myths, Time’s folios Currently looks strongly. It touches subjects of environment, climate situations, wars, migration, displacement, existence dilemmas, gender issues and more. Therefore, it becomes mandatory to find sympathetic somatic expressions to reflect this reality. Jayachandran says, “Identifying the difficulties faced by humanity today, any attempt to offer hope for individuals in the creation of inclusive communities where diversity, tolerance, care for the environment, and nourishing the sustainable practices are nurtured , They need to be persuaded. “

The Six Selected Choreographers – Gayatri Shetty, Harshal Vyas, Pallavi Verma, R Candiran, R Sai, and SeHer Noor Mehra – Were Invited for An Intense Residence in Choregala Italian artists-choreography Damiano Damiano Ottavio Bigi and Dramaturge Alesndra Paoletti and His actions were decorated by the famous Japanese digital artist Kunihiko Matsuo.

Six choreographers selected from 87 applications, bring different -different approaches to the stage. Their pieces are grouped in two sets of three, creating a collective story that examines the fragmented realities of our time.

that’s all folks!

All these people. Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

that’s all folks! The company is the second chapter in one trilogy by the company Bigi Paoletti that connects dance, science and myth. While its predecessor, United Nations discretionary hero, dealt with the origin of the universe, and the physical and astronomical procedures involved, that’s all folks! Damiano Ottavio, who meets the relationship between man and Cosmos with a quartet of international artists, meets Otavio Bigi, Ching-Ying Chion, Number Park, and Faith Present. Premier in Ecwilibrio Festival 2024, that’s all folks! The event is inspired by the concept of horizon – a boundary in spacetime, usually associated with a black hole, nothing beyond that – neither the case nor light can survive. It represents the “point of return”.

“This is a very special production,” says Jayachandran. “Demiano has also worked with Dimitris Sapioanau, which is known for its choreography for the Greek Olympics. This piece brings elements together from those rich traditions. ,

The best production was awarded in Italy, that’s all folks! The developed movements and a series of visual designs reflect the astronomical level of human existence. “This is about the sublime relationship between us and the universe,” says Jayachandran.

Dancing

All these people. Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

Despite its ambitious scope, World dance Also aiming to reach the audience who cannot be familiar with contemporary dance. Performing under the umbrella of BLR Hubba, the festival promises a welcome entry point for new people.

“This is a unique opportunity for the new audience,” says Jayachandran. “For example, the Mizavu drum has a soul-series quality, and Kalari is electrification to see Paytu. Even if you are new to contemporary dance, these elements will attract you. ,

For those who feel frightened by abstract nature as art, he provides assurance: “It is like tasting Sushi for the first time. You cannot understand this immediately, but with an open mind, you will find a sensory story that talks to you. ,

For him, more than dance performance – it is a tool for personal and social change. “The dance addresses his own fragmentation in contemporary times,” he says. “It helps us to relate us to our body, others and environment.”

Catch that’s all folks! At the Bangalore International Center on 12 December (7.30-8.30 pm), Sonnet of Samsara On 13 December (6.30 am) in Freedom Park, and Time’s folios On 14 December (10 am -12.30 am) at Rangmandla, Atkkalari.