Vivarta and Howzaat
Press Release
Immediate:
The Drum and sampad in association with Sampradaya Dance Creations presents:
Vivarta and Howzaat!
“Sampradaya is recognized as daring and innovative”
Dance Culture
Performing in the UK for the first time, Canadian company Sampradaya presents an exhilarating two piece performance entitles Vivarta and Howzaat at The Drum on Wed 26 Nov, 7.30pm.
Vivarta- Manifestations of Vishnu is the first performance of the night, this piece uses traditional bharatanatyam dance to explore the celebrated Hindu mythological theme of Dashavantara- the ten incarnations of Vishnu. Whenever the order of the world is destroyed, Vishnu returns to earth to intervene, restore righteousness and harmony. Each time he takes a different carnation in a variety of forms.
In contrast, the second piece of the evening Howzaat! pushes the boundaries of contemporary bharatanatyam in a unique and refreshing display of dance, sport and popular culture. The piece incorporates a fusion of martial art from Kaaari, along with poses and movements taken from cricket players and there may even be a bit of breakdancing in there for extra measures.
This double bill show showcases Sampradaya’s dancers’ keen artistry in this artistic medium of bharatanatyam as well as their willingness to try something different. However, the notion of bharatanatyam portrayed by Sampradaya has evolved into something very different from its origin in South India, when it was part of the daily ritual of temple dancers, a must see for any dance enthusiast!
This is a show not to be missed. Tickets are £8 (£6) to book now call The Drum box office on 0121 333 2444 or buy tickets on The Drum’s brand new ticketing service at www.the-drum.org.uk
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MEDIA CONTACT: Sally Hawkesford on 0121 333 2404 or e-mail: s.hawkesford@the-drum.org.uk.
Notes to Editors:
Date: 26 Nov, 7.30pm
Title: Vivarta and Howzaat
Ticket Price: £8 (£6)
Venue: The Drum
Box Office: 0121 333 2444
