“Divinely gifted…intoxicating” (The New York Times) preeminent Kuchipudi dancer Shantala Shivalingappa brings her work Akasha to The Joyce. Offering audiences vivid interpretations of the classical South Indian dance style, steeped in expressive narrative with flowing lines, nimble leaps, and percussive footwork, the program showcases the Bessie Award-winning performer’s exceptional artistry in five solos inspired by ancient Hindu poems brought to life with four master musicians.

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Explore Kuchipudi dance with the divine Shantala Shivalingappa

Video footage taken from "Discussing Bhairava," courtesy of Mouvement Perpétuel.

Photo by Christopher Duggan

Funding Credits

Underwriting support for The Joyce’s presentation of Shantala Shivalingappa provided by Rajika and Anupam Puri.  Support for The Joyce’s presentation of international dance provided by the R. Britton Fisher and Family Gift for International Dance.