Upasana: Anubhav
A classical dance journey from the temples of South India, performed by a senior dancer and young people to specially commissioned music.
Anubhav by Upasana at PANDA-monium 2007. Photo by Stacey Potter.
Anubhav...an experience
This piece touches on few salient features of India through its classical dance format, Bharatanatyam, from the temples of South India.
It explores the vibrant movements and exploits dynamic intensity. Beyond this it searches the depths of inner divinity with an all encompassing grandeur of music and dance.
Anubhav is a journey from pure dance to experiencing the divine. While the first piece will introduce the vocabulary of this dance form using a movement based performance, the second piece will plunge further, exploring the Lord of dance, Shiva as he dances in all grandeur.
Anubhav thus gives a taster of Indian philosophy through the medium of dance and lilting music. Supported by specially commissioned recorded music, this is performed by children and a senior dancer. While the children give a special dimension to the performance, the senior artiste, Deepa, provides further depth and maturity.
This piece has been an effective tool to experience India at various levels and has been displayed at schools workshops/ performances, park festivals, conferences and The Lowry.
The Company
Upasana is a celebration of South Asian art and culture, bringing the very best to the British audience. Through a combination of workshops, classes and performances, audiences and participants experience classical dance that emphasises tradition is not passé. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey.
Deepa Ganesh - Artistic Director
With more than 25 years of experience, Deepa has a strong foundation in bharatanatyam (South Indian classical dance), a keen ear for music, an impeccable sense of timing and a deep interest in Indian culture combined with a dedicated and meticulous approach, making her an excellent artiste and teacher.
Vaishnavi and Nivedita - Performers
Vaishnavi (aged 10) and Nivedita (aged 8) are students of Manchester High School for Girls. Apart from intense training in Bharatanatyam they also learn carnatic vocal, ballet, cello and piano.