of love and devotion Sadhanalaya School of Arts

Krishna the divine Parijatha flower, and suggests that Lord Krishna give it to his favourite consort. Although Lord Krishna knows that this will create conflict between the gentle and devoted Queen Rukhmini and proud and feisty Queen Satyabhama, he gives it to Queen Rukhmini. This enrages Queen Satyabhama but she finally accepts that devotion prevails over love and recognises there can be universal love and devotion for Lord Krishna. Parijatham showcases various traditional and complex elements of the Kuchipudi repertoire.

About Ms Vanaja Dasika and the Sadhanalaya School of Arts

Ms Dasika has been a Kuchipudi dancer, choreographer and teacher for most of her life and was one of the principal performers at India’s prestigious Kuchipudi Art Academy in Chennai. She is also the niece of Guru Dr Vempati Chinnasatyam and is dedicated to preserving her uncle’s legacy in Australia. Upholding the highest standards of discipline, practice, and professionalism, the Sadhanalaya School of Arts is regarded as an important institution for promoting South Asian culture through Kuchipudi among the Australian Indian diaspora and broader community. Ms Dasika and her students are committed to promoting Kuchipudi and have done so by hosting shows in Canberra annually, performing at local festivals and events, and collaborating with Indian and nonIndian dancers in the ACT.

Parijatham

Through Parijatham, Ms Dasika hopes not only to provide a unique and memorable cultural experience to the audience but also bring more recognition for the Kuchipudi art form, and in particular its dance dramas.

Following the success of Parijatham in Canberra and Sydney, it will be performed in Brisbane and NSW in the coming weeks. Show details a nd ticketing information are as below :

Ron Hurley Theatre, Seven Hills Hub in Brisbane on 1 April 2023 at 5pm. Tickets available at https://www.trybooking. com/events/landing/1008660

Pure Bhakti Yoga Centre, 1 Banner Street, Murwillumbah on 2 April 2023 at 4:30pm. Tickets available at https:// www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1008663

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