Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Nritarutya Contemporary Indian Dance Company ## Posts - [dance diaries](https://www.nritarutya.com/blog/) - 23rd May 2025 Posted by Ananya V in Events, Productions and performances Bhakti 2025 BHAKTI is a multi-diciplinary & multilingual performance experience that immerses audiences in the profound wisdom of Indian Saints, Poets, and Mystics, weaving together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and devotion. At its essence, BHAKTI embodies the quest for cosmic harmony, embracing the - [Bhakti 2025](https://www.nritarutya.com/bhakti-2025/) - BHAKTI is a multi-diciplinary & multilingual performance experience that immerses audiences in the profound wisdom of Indian Saints, Poets, and Mystics, weaving together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and devotion. At its essence, BHAKTI embodies the quest for cosmic harmony, embracing the profound belief that all existence is interwoven through a single consciousness. This production not - [Adhyaya 2025](https://www.nritarutya.com/adhyaya-2025/) - Adhyaya highlights the best in dance and movement across the borders curated by the founders of Nritarutya and giving that cutting-edge work a platform to showcase to a larger audience in Bengaluru, India.It culminates as a festival to celebrate dance and its various genres. Bringing together the artists, performers, art patrons, enthusiasts all under one - [Vitamins](https://www.nritarutya.com/vitamins/) - Next in the dancers' diet series, principal dancer Vishwakiran Nambi speaks about the importance of vitamins. Vitamins! What are they? Vitamins are essential nutrients for the human body to live a healthy and strong life. Its a component of food intake most of which cannot be produced by the body. Vitamin deficiency leads to what? - [Youth Wing Director, Vishwa Kiran featured in Bengaluru Chronicle](https://www.nritarutya.com/youth-wing-director-featured-in-bengaluru-chronicle/) - [Broadway beckons!](https://www.nritarutya.com/broadway-beckons-sathya-b-g-in-ramayana-theatrical/) - Nritarutya's Chreographer/Dancer Sathya BG enters Broadway! Gone are the days when Ramayan meant a 100-episode long serial by Ramanand Sagar with Arun Govil playing the quintessential Ram. It’s high time this great epic got a contemporary twist. This December, witness a contemporary adaptation of the age old legend of Lord Ram and the Demon - [Raas leela - A Nritarutya Production](https://www.nritarutya.com/raas-leela-a-nritarutya-production/) - A modern rendition of this beautiful dance form played by Krishna and the gopis, Raasleela premieres on Nov 5 at the Princess Academy, Palace Grounds, Bangalore. - [DANSE DIALOGUES-8th-12th Nov](https://www.nritarutya.com/danse-dialogues-8th-12th-nov/) - [Research and Development](https://www.nritarutya.com/research-development/) - Research and Development in Nritarutya is dance education in composing, performing and appreciating Indian dance, its aesthetics. The study gives insight to all dance buffs, from learners, teachers, practitioners to addicts. The subject contents are addressed through: [accordions title="RnD" active=false event="click" autoheight=false collapsible=true] [accordion title="Videos"] Videos - that engage in the creator's mind-his/her inspirations, research approach & - [Dancer's diet-Calcium](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancers-diet-calcium/) - Dancer's Diet-Calcium by Vishwa Kiran Calcium is one of the key nutrients that your body needs in order to stay strong and healthy. It is an essential building block for lifelong bone health in both men and women, among many other important functions. Because calcium has so many important jobs, it’s important to get enough - [Mayuri Upadhya wins Competition of Choreography Plan](https://www.nritarutya.com/mayuri-upadhya-wins-competition-of-choreography-plan/) - Mayuri Upadhya, Artistic director of Bangalore based Nritarutya-Indian Contemporary Dance Trust is one of the winners of the International Competition of Choreography Plan. She won the Bronze Prize for India with Gold Prize going to Idit Herman [Israel] and Silver Prize to Martinus Miroto [Indonesia].The final presentation of the 5 finalists who were - [Nav Durga in its dramatic moments.](https://www.nritarutya.com/nav-durga-in-its-dramatic-moments/) - Choreographed by the Upadhya sisters-Mayuri and Madhuri and presented by Nritarutya, Indian Contemporary Dance Trust, "Nav Durga" is a 45 min length mega dance production. Nritarutya, was recently commissioned to create this traditional dance work with an ensemble of 60 artists. Photo Courtesy: Candid Pictures - ["The Hindu" features Mayuri Upadhya](https://www.nritarutya.com/the-hindu-features-mayuri-upadhya/) - Hindu Paper features Artistic Director, Mayuri Upadhya on winning Bronze for India at the International Choreography Competition, held in South Korea. - [Dancers Think](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancers-think/) - Dancers Think:It is Not just as easy to be The Dance: Takes about a million thoughts! By GEETHA BALLAL Have you ever wondered how a dancer makes a movement look so beautiful? Has a question arisen in your mind – does it flow in her body or is she thinking about making it flow? I definitely - [AUDITION Components and essentials....](https://www.nritarutya.com/audition-components-and-essentials/) - AUDITION Components and essentials.... By- Madhuri Upadhya Dance Auditions are a systematic process through which professionals select suitable artists who are required to give a sample performance. If you compare it to other industries it’s more or less like a job interview, only harder because your body cannot lie. In the field of dance, there - [Elle features Artistic Director, Mayuri Upadhya,this Feb issue!](https://www.nritarutya.com/elle-features-artistic-director-mayuri-upadhyathis-feb-issue/) - [Dance Discourse by Alarmel Valli on FEB 29th at 6.30 pm, Alliance Francaise](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-discourse-by-alarmel-valli-at-6-30alliance-francaise/) - [Avantika-New Arts magazine carries an article on Modern Indian dance.](https://www.nritarutya.com/avantika-new-arts-magazine-carries-an-article-on-modern-indian-dance/) - ["RUKMIN DEVI"-a life by Leela Samson](https://www.nritarutya.com/rukmin-devi-a-life-by-leela-samson/) - Excerpts from the book "RUKMIN DEVI"-a life by Leela Samson "If we revive the art forms we merely revive a dead body. If we revive the spirit, we not only revive the form, but also become the source of new art forms, which will be as beautiful as any that man has created. - [Connect-a contact improvisation experience](https://www.nritarutya.com/connect/) - Origins in collaboration with Erica Kaufman, a dancer, choreographer,yogini, creative expressionist and contact improviser is conducting a workshop, from the 12th to the 15th, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in Bangalore. The workshop aims at exploring contact improvisation as a vehicle of discovery, creativity, and expression. In addition, she is working closely with Nancy Stark Smith, one - [Nritarutya inaugurates Kotyadipathi](https://www.nritarutya.com/watch-nritarutya-inaugurate-kotyadipathi-today-at-8pm-in-suvarna-channel/) - Surprise surprise!! Choreographer, Mayuri Upadhya and team Nritarutya's professional wing was offered the opening choreography and dance direction in the most awaited mega reality show-Kannada da KOTYADIPATHI. Music score was by ace composer/singer Raghu Dixit. Inspired by the success of Hindi serial "Kaun Banega Crorepati'" hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, Suvarna channel introduces this show into regional - [Bengaluru/Bangalore by Mahesh Bhat](https://www.nritarutya.com/bengalurubangalore-by-mahesh-bhat/) - Nritarutya is captured in the city scape of Bengaluru/Bangalore in the context of art and cultural impressions of the city. In words of Author/Photographer, Mahesh Bhat 'This book is collection of projections from my conscious and unconscious mind. Through my photographs, I have explored how the city has changed in the last 25 years. This is - [Dance Talk.](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-talk-2/) - Latha Srinivasan speaks of her experience working on Sathya BG’s choreography “Chakra” for our upcoming production “Prayog”. Read on... Sathya is a choreographer who likes to keep it dynamic always. His choreography is a beautiful amalgamation of movements created by him and the dancers. He starts off the process of creating a pattern which looks - [THE MAD FESTIVAL 2012](https://www.nritarutya.com/the-mad-festival-2012/) - Event information Spread over three long days of summer; The Music, Arts & Dance Festival, is an annual extravaganza that will promote India’s most fascinating destinations, and showcase an eclectic mix of traditional & contemporary music, arts, dance cutting across genres, from across and beyond the country. This year, the festival unfolds in Ooty; - [Dilli Dilli!](https://www.nritarutya.com/dilli-dilli/) - When we performed for the 15th anniversary celebrations of the Indian Habitat Center at Delhi, the evening turned magical. A few clicks by Avinash Pascricha and Shobha Deepak Singh. Cos SHE is a goddess Cos power intoxicates Laskhmi - The Goddess of Wealth, Consort of Vishnu The movements swirl in light Time, Space and Energy - [One Titan meets another](https://www.nritarutya.com/one-titan-meets-another/) - Braving a post injury phase, Pia reminisces working on Mayuri Upadhya's solo choreography. I performed a solo piece as part of NRITARUTYA, choreographed by Mayuri at the Taj Mahal Palace and Tower, Mumbai on the 16th of September for an intimate audience. The dance was based on the theme of the ingredients that go into - [The Nritarutya Collection-by Photographer Rony Dutta](https://www.nritarutya.com/the-nritarutya-collection-by-photographer-rony-dutta/) - Photography & Concept : Rony Dutta For Art Bangalore 2011 Exhib for Gallery Sublime, UB City Alternative Ending (Homage to the piece Gandaberunda) This work celebrates the triumph of truth & unison. Costume courtesy Anshu Arora Sen & Jason Cheriyan for Small Shop I Dreamt of Kali 1 (Homage to the piece Kali) - ['Ashta Nayikas' book launch](https://www.nritarutya.com/ashta-nayikas-book-launch/) - What better way to launch the first copy of the book 'ASHTA NAYIKAS ' than dance? Different forms of dance depicted each nayika bhava, in their own unique style and beauty. Namitha BalaKrishna Rao, one of Nritarutya's senior performers of Youth wing repertory danced the Kalahantarita nayika (who pines for her lover, having sent - [Tips by Santosh Nair](https://www.nritarutya.com/tips-santosh-nair/) - Santosh Nair, Artistic Director of Delhi based Sadhya shares words of wisdom on the art of Choreography. • Choreography is similar to painting-the floor is your canvas & your dance vocabulary the brush with which you create. • When I create a piece, I explore all possibilities of body being used as a language to - [Know your Hip](https://www.nritarutya.com/know-hip/) - Here is all you needed to know about the Hip Joint. The hip joint is one of the most important joints in the human body. It allows us to walk, run, and jump. It bears our body’s weight and the force of the strong muscles of the hip and leg. Yet the hip joint is - [“MYSORE SE AYI” – For QUEEN ELIZABETH II DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS.](https://www.nritarutya.com/mysore-se-ayi-for-queen-elizabeth-ii-diamond-jubilee/) - Photo Courtesy: Gautham It is a festive time at nritarutya, the team is all geared to perform for the Queen’s diamond jubilee celebrations as the only Asian cultural representative. The one hour show includes special performances by artists from all over the world. Its an ITV production, to be broadcasted to over 6 - [DNA after hrs features Choreographer Madhuri Upadhya](https://www.nritarutya.com/dna-after-hrs-features-choreographer-madhuri-upadhya/) - [When man tried to be the god](https://www.nritarutya.com/man-tried-god/) - Madhuri Upadhya describes the journey to choreographing her new work "Trishanku". They say you have to choreograph something close to life more importantly close to your own life!!!! As choreographers we can weave fantasy around the story, romanticize, be brutally literal, abstract or whimsical. I chose to look at characters from our mythology to tell - [Through the lens](https://www.nritarutya.com/through-the-lens/) - Photographer Nikita Dutt Bajpai gives you a sneak peek into our Prayog sessions through her lens. - [Smt Lalitha Srinivasan on YES DANCE MATTERS](https://www.nritarutya.com/smt-lalitha-srinivasan-on-yes-dance-matters/) - "YES DANCE MATTERS" (by Smt Lalitha Srinivasan on World Dance Day) It has always mattered at the personal level, when I was 4 to now and will always matter at all levels, in all respects till the end of my day. It has been a panacea for life’s trials and tribulation. It has been a - [QUEEN ELIZABETH DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS ON 13th MAY](https://www.nritarutya.com/queen-elizabeth-diamond-jubilee-celebrations-on-13th-may/) - It is a festive time at nritarutya, the team is all geared to perform for the Queen’s diamond jubilee celebrations as the only Asian cultural representative. The one hour show includes special performances by artists from all over the world. Its an ITV production, to be broadcasted to over 6 million viewers in 240 - [Performance Tips by Dr. Anita R Ratnam](https://www.nritarutya.com/performance-tips-by-dr-anita-r-ratnam/) - As we gear up for Prayog 4, noted danseuse Anita Ratnam shares some tips for a good performance. 1. Your body will never be perfect. Accept it and work with it. Learn to illuminate your strong points - torso, limbs, extensions, twists - whatever you feel works for you and diminishes your weaknesses. For example, - [An Evolution!](https://www.nritarutya.com/an-evolution/) - Principal dancer, Vishwa Kiran talks about his experience working with choreographer Madhuri Upadhya on the piece "Trishanku" for the company's production "Prayog 4" "Want and Need", "Angry and Reckless", "Failure and perseverance". Trishanku has been a very personal and emotional process for me and Madhuri. It has moved beyond a space of a mere dance - [Rehearsals for Queen's Diamond Jubilee](https://www.nritarutya.com/rehearsals-for-queens-diamond-jubilee/) - Rehearsals in 'Desi Masti studio', Leicester. Photo credits: Tina Bali - [Tea party with the Queen of England Windsor Castle](https://www.nritarutya.com/tea-party-with-queen/) - Windsor Castle With Lead actors from musical "Lion King" Lindiwe Mkhize, Andile Gumbi - [Choreography Tips by Mavin Khoo](https://www.nritarutya.com/choreography-tips-by-mavin-khoo/) - U.K based, internationally acclaimed, Ballet and Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer Mavin Khoo offers few words of advice on the art of choreography. 1. With choreography its important to understand it first from a compositional aspects; imagine a building...you have to lay a foundation first before you start decorating...so, being objective and building the - [Shades of Grey: Understanding Lighting as More than Off/On](https://www.nritarutya.com/shades-of-grey-understanding-lighting-as-more-than-offon/) - Artistic Director Mayuri Upadhya, shares her thoughts on lighting and its role in enhancing any artistic production with the bi-monthly performing arts magazine Aalap. Read on... How important is lighting to a dance production? Quite simply, the source/intensity/definition can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Personally, I think you only realize the finer nuances of - [In Pictures: Diamond Jubilee Pageant in BBC News](https://www.nritarutya.com/queens-jubilee-celebration-in-telegraph/) - View More on http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18055116 - [Meeting the Queen of England](https://www.nritarutya.com/meeting-the-queen-of-england/) - Video Source: Telegraph From left: Umesh, Geetha, Namrata, Shreeya, Vishwa, Subhas, Raghu, Madhuri, Namitha, Rohan, Kesha. Below: Jyothi and Meera - [Test Your Hip](https://www.nritarutya.com/test-your-hip/) - How do you know if your hip is weak? Our in-house physiotherapist Masoom suggests three simple, do-it-yourself tests to determine if your hip needs help. NUMBER 1: Do a one-legged squat. RESULT: If your knee collapses inward, your hips are probably weak. NUMBER 2: Stand with your right food on a step/foot stool - [Nritarutya at Capstone Theatre](https://www.nritarutya.com/nritarutya-at-capstone-theatre/) - We had a fantastic ending to our UK tour with our last performance for Milap at Capstone theatre, Liverpool. Added to the adrenal was this lovely letter personally written by the Executive Director of Milap, Mr. Prashant Nayak. We are grateful to his blessings and generous support. Team Nritarutya! "Dear Madhuri I wanted to say - [Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla's coffee table book](https://www.nritarutya.com/abu-jani-and-sandeep-khoslas-coffee-table-book/) - Featuring exclusive shots of the Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla's collection. Celebrating 25yrs of their fashion, the ace designers are all set to launch the best of their collection in a coffee table book later this year. Mayuri Upadhya was one of the chosen personalities to be dressed in their creation which was shot in - [Prayog 4 in pictures](https://www.nritarutya.com/prayog-4-in-pictures/) - Catch Prayog 4 in pictures captured by Nikita Dutt Bajpai - [Launch of "Jag Changa"](https://www.nritarutya.com/launch-of-jag-changa/) - We collaborated with the music sensation Raghu Dixit for the launch of his latest album "Jag Changa" at Bacardi NH7 Weekender Bangalore. A few pics by Shreyas Aakarshan - [FAT-Essential part of Diet](https://www.nritarutya.com/fat-essential-part-of-diet/) - FAT by Vishwa Kiran Fat or Lipid is an essential aspect of diet. Diet must contain fat for survival and robust vitality. In this short write-up, we shall see how easy it is to store fat and how difficult to get rid of; how one is gulled into doing the wrong exercises and end up - [WE'D BEEN TO LONDON, TO DANCE FOR THE QUEEN](https://www.nritarutya.com/wed-been-to-london-to-dance-for-the-queen/) - WE'D BEEN TO LONDON, TO DANCE FOR THE QUEEN By Mayuri Upadhya - [Dancer's Thoughts.](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancers-thoughts/) - Preethi Bharadwaj speaks of her experience while working on the collaboration between The Raghu Dixit Project and Nritarutya for Bacardi NH7 Weekeender. Ever heard or seen of foreigners singing along 'Lokada Kaalaji' of Shishunaala Shareef? Well, that's the power of Karnataka's Rockstar Raghupathi Dixit well known as Raghu Dixit by all his fans....He definitely is - [LIST OF BOOKS: at Nritarutya library](https://www.nritarutya.com/list-of-books-at-nritarutya-library/) - Welcome to our open Dance Library! Here we are with our collection of books. It strives to bring most interesting selection and informative content to book lovers and serve our dance community in our little way. Well you have to visit our centre to find out more! LIST OF BOOKS: AUTOBIOGRAPHIES: 1. MY LIFE- - [UK Asian interview](https://www.nritarutya.com/uk-asian-interview/) - Raghu Dixit and his Choreographer/ Dancer wife Mayuri Upadhya from Nritarutya spoke to The UK Asian soon after their performance at the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebration at Windsor Castle. Raghu Dixit with his Choreographer/dancer Wife... by theukasian - [Conditioning for Dancers](https://www.nritarutya.com/conditioning-for-dancers/) - Principal dancer Vishwakiran Nambi talks about body conditioning for dancers. Fitness is one of the most important area of concern for a performer irrelevant of the age. Dance is arguably the most demanding art form and is as physical as any sport. Hence, it is vital for a dancer to understand the areas in fitness - [Tips by Guru Kiran Subramanyam](https://www.nritarutya.com/tips-by-guru-kiran-subramanyam/) - Guru Sri Kiran Subramanyam offers pearls of wisdom for budding dancers. 1) Keep your practice and performance separate and running parallel to each other. Let one not suffer due to excessive attention on the other. 2) Watch performances. See as many as possible, and not necessarily only your type of dancing. 50% of learning comes - [Youth Wing Show Case 2012-Partner opportunity](https://www.nritarutya.com/youth-wing-show-case-2012-partner-opportunity/) - Youth Wing Show Case 2012 This September, Nritarutya's Youth - wing dancers bring forth new, exciting, challenging choreographies redefining the contemporary dance scene in the city. The Youth wing show case enables the young dancers to step up and completely take charge. Not just the dancing, the youth wing handles the entire production under the guidance - [MUMBAI WE COME!!](https://www.nritarutya.com/mumbai-we-come/) - We are performing at Mumbai for acclaimed designer duo Abu Sandeep's book launch!! And the whole Nritarutya family is quite excited about it!! After loads of brain storming choreography processes and loads of sweat, we are all prepared to wow our audiences with our team of 30 artists. Here’s a sneak peak into one of - [Dancing with Dewarists](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancing-with-dewarists/) - Company dancer Ashwin Kumar recounts his experience of working for The Dewarists Season 03 Finale with The Raghu Dixit Project. Read on... As I sit to write this, I am a little confused as to where do I begin? DEWARISTS! There was so much that went into the entire process of the final output - [Rendezvous with Bhanu Akka](https://www.nritarutya.com/rendezvous-with-bhanu-akka/) - We had Bhanu Akka with us at our rehearsals to and needless to say, it was a great interactive session. She emotes and how! All of us were awestruck with her abhinaya. She sat patiently with us throughout the rehearsals and advised us on how to emote; correcting the most minute of the - [Abhinaya tips by Guru Smt. Bhanumathi](https://www.nritarutya.com/abhinaya-tips/) - Excerpts from a conversation between Guru Smt. Bhanumathi. B (Bhanu Akka) and Mayuri Upadhya, Artistic Director, Nritarutya. - [Nritarutya's Mega Venture](https://www.nritarutya.com/nritarutyas-mega-venture/) - Putting in all our creative energies in our new mega production. Here are some pics from the rehearsals. Also check our promo teaser for the new venture. - [Creative chaos](https://www.nritarutya.com/creative-chaos/) - By Masoom Parmar For the past one week, the company is breathing, talking, eating, walking and sleeping just this production. Needless to say we are all excited about how this production turns up and how we, as artistes, grow along with it. Working on such a huge production with 80 dancers is no small feat. The - [Dance Poem at Big B's celebration](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-poem-at-big-bs-celebration/) - [Madhushala at B 70!](https://www.nritarutya.com/madhushala-at-b-70/) - Nritarutya performed at Mr. Amitabh Bachchan’s 70th birthday celebrations on 10th October at Film City, Mumbai. A team of 80 dancers led by Artistic Director, Mayuri Upadhya, performed to the tunes of the legendary poem “Madhushala” written by Dr. Harivansh Rai Bachchan and sung by Amitabh Bachchan himself. Nritarutya performed to 10 quatrains from this - [Bachchan Bol-Official blog of Mr. Amitabh Bachchan](https://www.nritarutya.com/bachchan-bol-official-blog-of-mr-amitabh-bachchan/) - Honoured to be mentioned in Mr. Amitabh Bachchan's official blog. Thank you sir...for this unforgettable experience. Read on.. 'Madhushala was written in 1933, when my Father was 26 years of age, and today as we approach almost 80 years of its existence it has only grown in its importance and popularity. The ballad that was - ['Rising' by Aakash Odedra on November 8th-7pm](https://www.nritarutya.com/rising-by-aakash-odedra-on-november-8th-7pm/) - Rising is a new evening of work performed by Aakash Odedra, exploring different processes and aesthetics to create a new personal language. Aakash hails from Leicester, U.K and has trained in Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Indo- Jazz and Contemporary. Over the years he has given many stage performances with different companies and artistes including Pagrav Dance - [MOVE THE SCOTTISH WAY!](https://www.nritarutya.com/move-the-scottish-way/) - Scottish Dance Theatre (SDT) is Scotland’s national contemporary dance company and is part of Dundee Rep Theatre. SDT’s programme includes work by internationally celebrated and emerging choreographers. The repertoire is constantly evolving, pushing boundaries and expectations. The company has 9 dancers and 2 apprentice dancers and tours throughout the UK and internationally, with - [Scottish Dance Theatre with Nritarutya!](https://www.nritarutya.com/scottish-dance-theatre-with-nritarutya/) - Sally Owen, Assistant director of Scottish Dance Theatre along with company dancers Eve Ganneau and Matthew Robinson conducted a dance workshop for Nritarutya on October 26, 2012. Sally began with a discussion regarding the choreography process of the three dance pieces - "Drift", "Dog" and "Luxuria" that they had performed the day before. This was - [RISING-A promising new talent](https://www.nritarutya.com/rising-a-promising-new-talent/) - Three celebrated choreographers, one exceptional artist – that is what “Rising” is all about. Aptly titled, “Rising” showcases one of the most promising dancers of contemporary times - Aakash Odedra. Aakash hails from Leicester, U.K and has trained in Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Indo- Jazz and Contemporary. Over the years he has given many stage - [Mechanics of the human body](https://www.nritarutya.com/mechanics-of-the-human-body/) - Dancers are a unique blend of artiste and athlete. They are particularly susceptible to musculoskeletal injuries and pain. The health problems of dancers are worthy of attention for several reasons. First, because most dancers begin training at a young age, there is potential for a great impact on their future health. Second, the interplay of - [STUDENTS SPEAK.](https://www.nritarutya.com/students-speak/) - Nritarutya’s principal dancer, Vishwakiran, conducted 20 hours of Indian contemporary dance session at Christ University. Here’s what the students have to say about it…. 1. Given the name of the institution the dance instructor was from, my expectations from these 20 hours of Contemporary Dance Training was quite high and it more than lived up - [WRITING NEW CHAPTERS IN DANCE.](https://www.nritarutya.com/writing-new-chapters-in-dance/) - Organized with the vision of helping promising talents to grow as an artiste and a human being, Nritarutya dance trust brings forth the 2013 edition of its annual dance festival “Adhyaya – Dance Chapters”. And it is not just another dance festival. Adhyaya offers stage to budding artistes for presenting innovative, quirky, modern and yet - [RIFF Tour at Jodhpur](https://www.nritarutya.com/riff-tour-at-jodhpur/) - I've always had the travel bug in me. Never had the guts to take a break for few years..How do these youngsters do it? and go around the world. Hence, had to consciously take time out from dancing to freak out. This time Jodhpur was on cards and Madhuri decided to join in the experience. - [Know Your Ankle](https://www.nritarutya.com/know-your-ankle/) - Practicing Bharatanatyam Dancer/Physiotherapist Masoom Parmar brings to you 2nd set of the Information series on health, anatomy, strengthening meant for dancers. Read on: The ankle joint is made up of three bones: the lower end of the tibia (shinbone), the fibula (the small bone of the lower leg) and the talus, the bone that fits - [STRENGTHEN YOUR ANKLE](https://www.nritarutya.com/strengthen-your-ankle/) - “STRENGTHEN YOUR ANKLE” by Masoom Parmar This is a general conditioning program. Before you start: i. Warm up – Warm up with 5 to 10 minute of low impact exercises like walking or riding a stationary cycle before starting the exercises. ii. Do not feel pain – Should you feel pain, at any point while - [Workshop at Parniti Kalakendra](https://www.nritarutya.com/workshop-at-parniti-kalakendra/) - It was that time of the year for my get away to teach dance outside Bangalore. My destination was to the classical dancers of Pariniti Kalakendra in Sagara. Sri Gopal Sagar (Director) and Sri Chinmayi (Dance critic) has been in conversation with me for a year and the dates finally materialized during our Republic day. - [The journey to Prayog-4](https://www.nritarutya.com/the-journey-to-prayog-4/) - Unveiling the fourth edition of our in-house production “Prayog”. Now synonymous with experimental, innovative and bold choreographies, this year’s Prayog includes choreographies by Mayuri Upadhya, Madhuri Upadhya and Sathya B.G. The premiere has been tentatively scheduled on August 23, 2013 at Bangalore. So while we work on the deadlines, here’s a sneak peak on the - [Somatic Awareness](https://www.nritarutya.com/somatic-awareness/) - Berlin based Annekaterin Trautmann conducted a workshop for Nritarutya’s core dance team. The work shop aimed at bringing holistic somatic awareness thereby helping the dancers gain more freedom of movement. Body alignment, weight distribution and activating deep-seated muscles were emphasized upon. And after all the heavy duty work, the dancers emerged more relaxed, more conscious - [Student speak](https://www.nritarutya.com/student-speak/) - A techie, self confessed art lover and one of our students Narita describes her experience at our dance class. Read on – “Nritarutya follows the traditional way of teaching. The initial training focuses on building up the body to dance which includes stamina building, developing control, balancing, body conditioning, flexibility, alignment aspects. The training period - [SHAKUNTALA – THE MUSICAL](https://www.nritarutya.com/shakuntala-the-musical/) - Our new mega production "Shakuntala" - a la Broadway take on the epic love story by Kalidasa - was staged at The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. As excited and thrilled as we were, we had challenges aplenty.And all good wishes go to Abu Jani - Sandeep Khosla for making it happen. The first and the - [KNOW YOUR KNEE](https://www.nritarutya.com/know-your-knee/) - KNOW YOUR KNEE by Masoom The knee is the largest synovial joint of the body. It is also one of the most complexes. The knee is composed of three bones (femur, tibia, and patella) and two articulations (tibiofemoral and patellofemoral). The tibiofemoral joint is formed by two large, bulbous femoral condyles resting on a relatively - [At Rajasthan Fashion Week](https://www.nritarutya.com/at-rajasthan-fashion-week/) - by Preethi Bharadwaj Jaipur – The Pink City, a city which caught our senses for the unthinkable amount of shopping we could do!! It all started with short, strenuous and instilling practice sessions to learn Mayuri's Choreography “Kaali”. On night of May 8, at 23:00 we get a text message from Geetha asking us to report - [Water](https://www.nritarutya.com/water/) - Water by Vishwa Kiran Water is the most important nutrient required by our body. Needless to say, it performs innumerable functions and also assists in many critical processes in our body. Water is a major component of every body cell, tissue and organ. It is vital that we maintain the right balance of water - [Manmatha premiere on June 1st](https://www.nritarutya.com/manmatha/) - Madhuri Updahya on her choreographic piece “Manmatha” As a choreographer my thoughts have always leaned towards combining aesthetics of painting and dance almost like giving picture frames animation. My line of research has always been on 2 dimensionality exploring thematic possibilities linearly and also in lines placed at a choreographic space. Personal stories of dancers - [SHOW MANAGEMENT – PART II](https://www.nritarutya.com/show-management-part-ii/) - By Geetha Ballal My previous blog on management covered the primary aspects of a show and.. what I am about to write now is a lot more elaborate and absolute necessary things to do. I am sure if you have made a check list as mentioned in my previous blog and put it to - [Dance talk](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-talk/) - One of the youngest dancers of the company, Niranjan speaks about his experience performing for two different choreographies, viz. Manmatha and Wildflower by Madhuri Upadhya and Vishwakiran Nambi respectively: Photo credit: Ravi Shankar Anything close to your heart will necessarily go beyond your control. Artistic production and visionary experience relates more to life unlike other - [Tips from Guru Smt. Sandhya Kiran](https://www.nritarutya.com/tips-from-guru-smt-sandhya-kiran/) - Tips from Guru Smt. Sandhya Kiran This is particularly for classical dancers- Don't go overboard on your costumes. Less is more - always. Mix and match colours and designs those are not too jarring to the eye. Use a combination of larger and smaller pieces of jewellery to create a complete picture. When you find - [Prayog 4 - Behind the scenes](https://www.nritarutya.com/prayog-4-behind-the-scenes/) - This is what happens when a dancer decides to go behind the lens. Niranjan decides to take a look from the bushes at Madhuri Upadhya's choreography for Prayog 4. And this is the result. Watch on! - [Beginning of the End](https://www.nritarutya.com/beginning-of-end/) - by Mayuri Upadhya Choreographers are people of such imagination and vision. Each creator's drive, concerns vary from each other & from time to time. Inspired by personal, creative, intuitive, technical input each composition takes shape. I for one aspire to reach a realm where I can create and watch my own 'unforgettable extraordinary theatrical experience'. - [Dance Speak](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-speak/) - Pia Bunglowala speaks of her experience performing Madhuri Upadhya's choreography "Matsyaangnaa" for our upcoming production "Prayog". Madhuri is a painter with the giant brush in her hand and with every stroke; she creates a movement world that is like a painting. In her piece, every moment feels like a still, a painting with each frame - [Prayog 4 - Behind the Scenes 1.0](https://www.nritarutya.com/prayog-4-behind-the-scenes-1-0/) - Take a sneak peek into the rehearsal sessions of our upcoming production "Prayog"... Latha and Ashwin try some moves Tripataka flying higher The Blow If looks could kill... Setting up the prop for rehearsals. Self help is the best help Getting the synchronization right Interlocked Madhuri in conversation with the dancers Photo credits: Nikita - [Tips by Tripura Kashyap](https://www.nritarutya.com/tips-by-tripura-kashyap/) - 1. The idea of improvisation. Improvise! Search for movement. Do not hurry. Try the theme in ten different ways and choose the best. Experiment. 2. Choreography is a collaborative effort. Involve your dancers. Take movement material from dancers. This will enhance and improve the movt vocabulary 3. Learn different styles of dance. This will help - [In the practice sessions](https://www.nritarutya.com/in-the-practice-sessions/) - Catch our practice sessions in pictures. Photo Credit: Nikita Dutt Bajpai - [Fashion meets Dance at Delhi Couture Week!](https://www.nritarutya.com/fashion-meets-dance/) - Ashwin Parmar writes about his experience while working as an understudy for Nritarutya's production for fashion designer Anju Modi And then fashion came calling! Again!! We performed for designer Anju Modi’s collection presented at Delhi Couture Week. The collection labelled “Draupadi” and was all about the warrior princess look. Working on the theme for her - [In conversation with Aranyani Bhargav](https://www.nritarutya.com/in-conversation-with-aranyani-bhargav/) - Photo credits: Avinash Pasricha In conversation with Aranyani Bhargav; Bangalore’s emerging choreographer! 1. A secret Mantra for confidence? I don't have a secret mantra for confidence. I think confidence comes from working hard and validating your work through that. But I suppose it would be "Have faith in what you do and why you do - [Choreography process](https://www.nritarutya.com/choreography-process/) - By Vishwa Kiran Wild flower is based on the concept of “Lookism”. Lookism is actually a term used to describe the phenomenon of how, societally, physically attractive people meet with positive reinforcements. For me, this translates into how eventually physical appearance becomes so vital that it negates everything else, this obsession is one of the - [Strengthen your Knee](https://www.nritarutya.com/strengthen-your-knee/) - Masoom brings another blog in the Health series on how to strengthen your knee. 1.Stretch your IT Band: •Stand with your left foot crossed over your right. Lean your upper body as far as you can to the left without bending your knees. Repeat with your right foot crossed over your left, leaning your upper - [Auditions for an upcoming Bollywood Movie](https://www.nritarutya.com/auditions-upcoming-bollywood-movie/) - AUDITIONS!!! Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Cochin. Formed in 2000 by Mayuri and Madhuri Upadhya, Nritarutya is one of India’s foremost dance companies creating innovative, visceral and ethereal experiences which widen the perceptions of dance. The company is auditioning for an upcoming Bollywood Movie. We are looking for Contemporary dancers, Classical dancers, Cinematic dancers and Parkour teams. - [Ashwin's Journey](https://www.nritarutya.com/ashwins-journey/) - It was Madhuri who saw me dance at one of the college fests in Bangalore, and at that point I had no idea of who she was or what Nritarutya was either. The next thing I knew, I was auditioning for one of the best dance companies of India. They seemed to accept and like - [Ardhanarishwara: A concept by Mayuri Upadhya](https://www.nritarutya.com/ardhanarishwara-a-concept-by-mayuri-upadhya/) - Ardhanarishwara a concept by Mayuri Upadhya One of Nritarutya’s best pieces as it has the supreme combination of visual appeal and provokes immense thought in the viewers mind. This visually stunning masterpiece created by Mayuri Upadhya as a part of Prayog-2, is an amalgamation of the male and female energies in the form of Shiva - [Chaine Vs Chakkar](https://www.nritarutya.com/chaine-vs-chakkar/) - Chaine A turning movement in which the dancer executes a half turn on each foot. Sharp spotting is required to perform proper chaine turns. Used in Jazz, Modern and Contemporary. https://youtu.be/ZEJy9h-7OFE Chakkar A turning movement along the axis of the spine which is done on the heels with one foot lifted off. Spotting is required - [Chhau and Taekwondo - Technique comparison](https://www.nritarutya.com/chhau-and-taekwondo-technique-comparison/) - Chhau and Taekwondo - Technique comparison Chhau https://youtu.be/T9Sy0VMlPlg The Indian folk form, Chhau portrays a great deal of dramatized movements which usually has a strong story line. The Palta in Chhau is one of the highlights as it requires immense control. It is executed by keeping one's head as the axis and turning your body - [In conversation with Nakula Somana](https://www.nritarutya.com/in-conversation-with-nakula-somana/) - Few not-so-known things about Bangalore's favorite dancer, Nakula Somana 1. A secret mantra for confidence? Deep and regular Breathing 2. best advice given to you The words find out! 3. The day you fell in love with dancing? When i fell for its flight to different spaces. I was a child back then, don't remember.. - [Dance meets Pro Kabaddi!](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-meets-pro-kabaddi/) - The finale of the Pro Kabaddi between Mumbai and Patna had an electric atmosphere, and Nritarutya delivered quite the electrifying performance with the fieriest bunch of dancers to hit the spectators to the very bone in the huge Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Delhi. As a performance to reveal the magnificent trophy, the energy was overwhelming - [Shoulder Muscle Injury Prevention](https://www.nritarutya.com/shoulder-muscle-injury-prevention/) - As dancers these are some important basic exercises that can help prevent shoulder injury. Strengthening the rotator cuff is imperative for any active performer. These muscles around the shoulder are extremely important for stabilizing the shoulder joint, which can ultimately assist in preventing shoulder injuries. The rotator cuff is comprised of four muscles: 1. Infraspinatus - [Comparative Study: Sheershaasana v/s Headstand](https://www.nritarutya.com/comparative-study-sheershaasana-vs-headstand/) - Vishwakiran Nambi does a comparative study between the yogic asana and headstand. While both the techniques look similar visually, anatomically the weight and alignment is different. The Sheershaasana provides a cushion for the head with the palms, the deltoids and bicep takes majority of the weight. The head hip and feet are in one line. - [In Conversation With...](https://www.nritarutya.com/in-conversation-with-2/) - In conversation with Guru Sri Kiran Subramanyam. 1. A secret mantra for confidence? Work hard, believe in yourself & trust. 2. Best advice given to you? My teacher used to say - Only 50% of what you practise will show up on stage. So make sure you give 200% when you practise. 3. The day - [30 second Video Contest](https://www.nritarutya.com/30-second-video-contest/) - The 30-second video contest, an interesting concept put foreword by Nritarutya for the students of all Nritarutya dance batches, is now open! We are calling on all the students of our classes to send in their 30 second dance video clips to us by the 15th of March, the kids batches will have a different - [A Dancer's Diet](https://www.nritarutya.com/a-dancers-diet/) - A Dancer’s Diet On waking up: Lukewarm water with 2 drops of lime juice and a banana. or Apple or A cup of mixed nuts. Consume 2 glasses of water. Breakfast - Between 9 to 9.30 AM: A bowl of mixed fruits or a whole fruit / fruit juice (without sugar), 2 slices of brown - [Make In India - 2016 Inaugural Performance](https://www.nritarutya.com/make-in-india-2016/) - Nritarutya performing for the Inaugural Ceremony of the Make In India Week held in the NSCI Stadium in Worli, Mumbai was one of the most prestigious accolades achieved by the company yet. In the presence of dignitaries from many countries and the chief guest Honorable Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, Nritarutya’s spectrum of - [Jogwa - A choreography by Vishwakiran Nambi](https://www.nritarutya.com/jogwa-a-choreography-by-vishwakiran-nambi/) - Inspired greatly by the song Lallati Bhandar from the Marathi movie ‘Jogwa’, Choreographer VishwaKiran Nambi’s piece can be described as a tribute to surrendering oneself to anything that has a higher meaning and purpose. From the moment he heard the track his body explored newer realms of movement and dance which invoked a different feeling - [Introducing Latha Srinivasan: Nritarutya very own dancing mermaid!](https://www.nritarutya.com/introducing-latha-srinivasan-nritarutya-very-own-dancing-mermaid/) - Lathas journey with Nritarutya started in the year 2011, and after that there was no looking back. She fell in love with the ‘Nritarutya style of dancing’ very Indian but still modern and connected with it on every level. But what transformed her into a more versatile and creative dancer was Nritarutyas very own unique - [THE SPIRAL AND MANDI ADAVU: compared](https://www.nritarutya.com/the-spiral-and-mandi-adavu-compared/) - https://youtu.be/XixKQ_ExhZI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBCQTQtM_5c In the videos provided above we have shown the very basic form of the ‘spiral technique; used in contemporary dance and also ‘mandi adavu; used in Bharatanatyam. We forget and fail to notice that in actuality that there are many similarities between Indian classical forms and Western contemporary forms. And so we bring - [In Conversation](https://www.nritarutya.com/in-conversation/) - IN CONVERSATION WITH BBOY NAS of Black Ice Crew, bangalore 1. A secret mantra for confidence? Well i wasn't always confident, before becoming a dancer i was a pretty shy kid and never expected to get on stage, but i think all it takes is overcoming the things you think you cant do. After i - [A comparative study: Ballet plié and Bharatanatyam mandi explained](https://www.nritarutya.com/a-comparative-study-ballet-plie-and-bharatanatyam-mandi-explained/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8tqKr0Df8M https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx7YzX1Y3vc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMQf49cZHiw The above videos show the use of plié and mandi in these two forms. The similarities show the influence of Ballet on Bharatanatyam and the differences show the changes made according to functionality and movements. - [In conversation with Minal Prabhu](https://www.nritarutya.com/in-conversation-with/) - GURU MINAL PRABHU, BENGALURU'S ONE OF THE MOST LOVED BHARATANATYAM GURU! 1. A secret mantra for confidence? To know yourself and the subject that you deal with. To love your profession. To be able to honestly accept your mistakes and move on. 2. best advice given to you? To work hard and keep at it! - [ENHANCING MOVEMENT CREATIVITY THROUGH IMAGERY](https://www.nritarutya.com/enhancing-movement-creativity-through-imagery/) - Instructor of the Jayanagar Kids batch, Seher Noor Mehra shares her methodology of inducing creativity through vivid imagery and prompt reaction to different situations. A certain sense of creativity is observed when they’re put through a situation.” Says Seher, “I ask them to imagine a jungle and be the branches of a tree while asking other kids to - [MAKING OF ‘PATA 2015'](https://www.nritarutya.com/making-of-pata-2015/) - A grand production by ‘Nritarutya’ for Karnataka Tourism, performed on September 6th 2015 at BIEC, Bengaluru Inspired greatly by the architecture and sculptures in the temples of Karnataka and the carvings from Ajanta and Ellora, this Production included an aerial act showcasing different Indias, 3D mapping and LED projection giving the audience an even greater visual - [Dancing Star 2](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancing-star-2/) - [dropcap]F[/dropcap]ew pictures from the sets of "DANCING STAR 2" - [Strengthen your shoulder](https://www.nritarutya.com/strengthen-shoulder/) - Masoom Parmar shares a few beginner exercises for shoulder strengthening. Read on... To begin with, the following basic shoulder strengthening exercises should be performed approximately 3 times daily. As your shoulder strength improves, the exercises can be progressed by gradually increasing the repetitions, frequency or duration of the exercises provided they do not cause or - [The Shoulder Joint](https://www.nritarutya.com/shoulder-joint/) - Masoom Parmar writes about the anatomy of the most flexible joint in the human body. The most flexible joint in the entire human body, our shoulder joint is formed by the union of the humerus, the scapula (or shoulder blade), and the clavicle (or collarbone). Commonly thought of as a single joint, the shoulder is - [Dancing with Nritarutya](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancing-nritarutya/) - Elisa Fontana reminisces how dance came into her life, her tryst with learning dance from and performing for Nritarutya. I have to thank BMTC, for my meeting with Nitarutya Contemporary Dance. Was a girl I met on the bus, that invited me to attend to the dance class in Koramangala. Now Pooja is a good - [2nd Student Showcase](https://www.nritarutya.com/2nd-student-showcase/) - We hosted a successful student showcase this November at Alliance Francaise. Take a look at what happened in pictures - [Giving perspective to our myths](https://www.nritarutya.com/perspective-to-myths/) - Artistic director Mayuri Upadhya's article about giving perspectives to Indian myths through dance was published in "The Asian Age". Read here. We live in a time when the most sensational stories make it to the headlines of the newspaper. From crime, politics to celebrity gossip it’s out there for us to bite into, like a juicy apple, and we do just that without questioning. - [Dancing with Nritarutya](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancing-with-nritarutya/) - Sushruthi Krishna talks about her experience of dancing with The Raghu Dixit Project at The Great Indian October Fest. Read here what she has to share. En route the happiest musical festival, the preparations for the Nh7 weekender is on full swing. Nritarutya collaborating with The Raghu Dixit Project creates a lethal combination. Inspired by - [At the classes](https://www.nritarutya.com/classes-2/) - Check out what's going on in our classes at the Jayanagar branch. Youth wing dancer and tutor Namitha Rao gives an insight. Being an instructor for Nritarutya's community classes at the Jayanagar branch has been a very enriching experience for me personally . It provides me an opportunity to interact and work with students from diverse backgrounds . - [Student's Speak](https://www.nritarutya.com/students-speak-2/) - Sunil Warrier, our student at the Whitefield center, talks about his experience learning and dancing with us. Excerpts... “Nritarutya follows the traditional way of teaching. The initial training focuses on building up the body to dance which includes stamina building, developing control, balancing, body conditioning, flexibility, alignment aspects. The training period depends from person to - [Delhi calling!](https://www.nritarutya.com/delhi-calling/) - Dancer Pia Bunglowala reminisces the experience of the recent performance at Delhi. Dance has always been an integral part of me. And one of my most favorite thing of being a professional dancer is the fact that it takes you to interesting places and you get to meet a lot of interesting people. My association - [In the business of dancing...](https://www.nritarutya.com/business-dancing/) - Artistic director Mayuri Upadhya's article about the business of dance was published in "The Asian Age" . Read the article here. I’m a professional dancer. A few years ago the answer to “what do you do?” assured me of amused reactions. From raised eye-brows, stupid stares to utter fascination. From being asked “Ok…you dance, but what is it that you do for a living?” to “Dancer, - [Wildflower - The Thought Process](https://www.nritarutya.com/wildflower-thought-process/) - Principal dancer and Youth Wing Director Vishwakiran Nambi talks about the thought process behind his work "Wildflower". Read on to know more. "Whatever our indignities and resolve, we can neither avoid lookism nor eliminate it from society." - Gordon L. Patzer, Ph.D A Wildflower,although salient, is not intentionally seeded or planted. If we - [At Nritarutya's Classes](https://www.nritarutya.com/at-nritarutya-classes/) - Few pics from the classes at our Koramangala center. Have a look! - [Science meets Dance!](https://www.nritarutya.com/science-meets-dance/) - Company dancer Latha Srinivasa talks about her experience working on the dance based on the evolution of the technology giant GE. Read on to know more... Performing for GE was distinct from other corporate performances. We had to depict the journey of GE from their first move as a company till their current stature which - [Makeup - Ramp v/s Stage](https://www.nritarutya.com/makeup-ramp-vs-stage/) - One of India's leading make up artiste Ralph Daniels talks about the differences between the make up for ramp and stage. Excerpts... Makeup for the ramp and for a dance performance has a few things in common, but there is quite a lot of difference too. Makeup for the ramp - [Learning Mars](https://www.nritarutya.com/learning-mars/) - Company dancer Abhishek Singhania reminisces his experience of learning Mars, one of the most acclaimed choroegraphies from Nritarutya. A year after I joined the company, I started learning "Mars". The piece choreographed by Sathya BG is the one of the most popular and technically demanding work. This very fact made me conscious as it - [Sunday mornings at Malleswaram](https://www.nritarutya.com/malleswaram-mornings/) - Our Malleswaram center tutor Shreeya Kishanpuria shares the content being taught at classes. Read on to know more... It is supposed to be a day off. Yet we are there, week after week, to move and to dance. And every class brings with it new smiling faces amongst the old ones that surges in - [Legalities in Dance](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-legalities/) - Associate director Geetha Ballal throws some light on legalities involved in a dance production. Read on... Legalities – the word is enough to put everything in perspective and see what we have been doing… Working for a dance company for the last 14 years, I can only say that this word holds more and more - [Dance and Painting](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-painting/) - Associate director and choreographer Madhuri Upadhya talks about dance and painting. Read on... While my academic education has been in Fine Arts my extensive practice has been in dance (performing arts) for the past 20 years. It would be interesting to look at the principles of the two. Around 1st century BC the Sadanga or Six - [Dancing "Periscope"](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancing-periscope/) - Youth Wing dancer Sangeeta Iyer reminisces rehearsing and performing Nakula Somanna's latest work "Periscope". Excerpts... I still remember that class when Nakula Somanna, our instructor and choreographer, announced to us that we would be presenting the material we had created in a stage production. Our excitement knew no bounds! We, the Youth Wing dancers, had - [The Making of "Periscope"](https://www.nritarutya.com/the-making-of-periscope/) - Choreographer Nakula Somanna talks about choreographing his piece "Periscope" for Nritarutya's Youth Wing. Periscope is currently a work in progress. I started to work with the youth group from around June 2013, if my memory serves me right. I met the group who had a background in dance, a few well versed in classical and - [Manmatha - The making](https://www.nritarutya.com/manmatha-the-making/) - Associate Director and Choreographer, Madhuri Upadhya talks about the making one of her works - "Manmatha". Read on... Manmatha started with a specific direction and purpose of exploring the shringara rasa and romanticizing love. I believe that love is the thread that connects all of us essentially as energies, existing in time in space. One still is helpless and is - [Captured in Clicks](https://www.nritarutya.com/captured-in-clicks/) - Nritarutya's Youth Wing performed at OPUS on March 29, 2014. Here are few moments from the performance, captured in frames... Photo Credits: OPUS - [Abdominal Strengthening](https://www.nritarutya.com/adbominal-strengthening/) - Our in house physiotherapist and Arts Manager, Masoom Parmar shares some beginner exercises to strengthen your abdominals. Read and practice... THE ABDOMINAL MUSCULATURE The following exercises have been designed for beginners. In case you suffer from any back injury or abdominal discomfort before, during or after the course of the exercise regime, refrain from - [Dance at Opus!](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-at-opus/) - Youth Wing dancer Shweta Hegde talks about her experience while rehearsing and performing for the showcase at Opus. Excerpts. A collective euphoria enveloped the Youth wing when we came to know about our showcase for one of the most happening venues of the city - Opus. We, the dancers were gearing up to present - [Technique & Performance - A few tips](https://www.nritarutya.com/technique-and-performance-a-few-tips/) - Noted Kathak danseuse Sonia Sabri shares some tips on technique and preparing for performance. Read on... 1. Body conditioning is integral to dance practice, for life. I believe one's dance technique is the language through which the body and soul express itself and beyond. The body is the instrument so if one does not know - [Tips by Kalpana Raghuraman](https://www.nritarutya.com/tips-by-kalpana-raghuraman/) - Brussels based choreographer Kaplana Raghuraman shares some words of advice on stage performance. - When on Stage always give your Everything: use your technique to the core and your charisma - Dont think you can hide anything when you are on stage. Even small things are seen! - Die in every moment: Dont judge yourself - [Designing a Fitness Regime](https://www.nritarutya.com/fitness-regime-design/) - Prinicpal Dancer and Youth Wing Director Vishwakiran Nambi's third blog in the body conditioning series. Read on... Once you have identified your body type and its fitness needs,the next step would be to design a suitable regime to suit your needs. Now, every professional dancer will have certain physical requirements which are common for dancers - [Chakra - The Making](https://www.nritarutya.com/chakra-the-making/) - Associate Director and Choreographer Sathya BG talks about his latest work "Chakra" for Prayog 4. Read on... It started of with creating movement patterns with the senior dancers of Nritarutya and it was a bit of challenge for me as I had to imagine the movements on the dancers of Chakra. The journey of the - [Managing the Stage.](https://www.nritarutya.com/managing-the-stage/) - Masoom Parmar reminisces about stage management for our production "Madhur Milan". Excerpts... A year and eight months and I have my wings tested big time... After working for so long under the watchful eyes of GBa (that is Geetha Ballal for starters), I had to handle backstage for Nritarutya's musical "Madhur Milan" without her. This - [Madhur Milan](https://www.nritarutya.com/madhur-milan/) - Nritarutya's latest production "Madhur Milan" was staged on Feb 15, 2014 at the Ambani matriarch's residence "Sea Wind" to mark her 80th birthday celebrations. Artistic director, Mayuri Updhya provides some information regarding the project. Read on... The beauty of our myths, is that it is timeless, the characters of gods and goddess are relatable and - [Conditioning for Dancers - Identifying the fitness needs for dance](https://www.nritarutya.com/identifying-fitness-needs-for-dance/) - Principal Dancer and Youth Wing director Vishwakiran Nambi's second blog in the body conditioning series. Have a look... Irrespective of the dance style one practice, it is absolutely necessary for a professional dancer to be in shape, not just to own a physically attractive body but also to be in a condition to endure long - [Aerial Rigging for Madhur Milan](https://www.nritarutya.com/aerial-rigging/) - Gaurang Swarge of Natura Adventure Crew reminisces working on Nritarutya's production "Madhur Milan" at Mumbai. Excerpts... We were approached by Artistic Director, Mayuri Upadhya for multiple aerial entries and exits for their upcoming production Madhur Milan. This event will be known to us for the host of challenges that were thrown at us from different - [Tips by Guru Ileana Citaristi](https://www.nritarutya.com/tips-by-guru-ileana-citaristi/) - One of the leading exponents of Odissi in the contemporary times, Guru Ileana Citaristi shares some tips for dance students. There is no alternative to daily practice. Don't try for shortcuts; they don't lead anywhere You are your best doctor; take care of your body Keep on learning, the process never ends Don't forget the people - [Emotions Galore!](https://www.nritarutya.com/emotions-galore/) - Associate Director and Choreographer Madhuri Upadhya talks about her thoughts behind her choreography for Raghu Dixit's "Rain Song". I began the new year with a new choreography for one of my favorite musicians Raghu Dixit. This time it was his "Rain Song", the occasion being the launch of his second album "Jag Changa" at the - [Fit Hip](https://www.nritarutya.com/fit-hip/) - Our in-house physiotherapist Masoom shares few exercises to strengthen the hip. Read it, follow it and stay fit! In this blog we shall discuss the basic hip strengthening exercises. To begin with, the following basic hip strengthening exercises should be performed approximately 10 times, 3 times daily. As your hip strength improves, the exercises can - [ARDHANARISHWARA](https://www.nritarutya.com/ardhanarishwara/) - [MARS](https://www.nritarutya.com/mars/) - [GANDA BERUNDA](https://www.nritarutya.com/ganda-berunda/) - [KALI](https://www.nritarutya.com/kali/) - [Poster Lane](https://www.nritarutya.com/poster-lane/) - [F Lounge showcase](https://www.nritarutya.com/f-lounge-showcase/) - Our recent dance event at the F Lounge, through the lens of photographer Rajiv.S. photo courtesy: Rajiv.S - [Class note](https://www.nritarutya.com/class-note/) - Its always good to hear from our class enthusiasts. Meet Ben, a Karate student, who also loves exploring other movement disciplines. He takes up Geetha's class in Koramanagala centre and writes this note to her in response. "Thanks again for opening your class to me. It was a privilege to learn from you and see - [Learning contact improvisation](https://www.nritarutya.com/learning-contact-improvisation/) - Contact improvisation (CI) is a dance technique in which points of physical contact provide the starting point for exploration through movement improvisation. If you want to be part of Nritarutya's dance education sessions/ Indian contemporary dance planners and improvisations write to info@nritarutya.com. Classes are mentored by our principal dancer, Vishwa Kiran- www.nritarutya.com/dancers Contact Improvisation is a - [1st Rank holder in Dance Masters'](https://www.nritarutya.com/rank-holder-in-dance-masters/) - We are proud to announce Megha, from team Nritarutya has bagged the 1st rank in her Masters degree in Bharatnatyam Trained under Guru. Smt. Gayathri Keshavan for the last 17 years and in Carnatic Music under Guru. Vid. R.K. Padmanabha for the last 6 years.. she stands with an aggregate of 82% from the - [Lecture demonstration on 'History of dance in the 20th century"](https://www.nritarutya.com/lecture-demonstration-on-history-of-dance-in-the-20th-century/) - Veena Basavarajaiah talks on reinvention of certain dance forms in India especially Bharatnatyam Pre and post Independence period. A brief history of Devadasis and their life through the centuries till the anti- nautch act'. The session would be for one hour along with half hour discussion and questions with the participants. On 8th August, 2011 FROM - [Italian Fashion Magazine "D"](https://www.nritarutya.com/italian-fashion-magazine-d/) - ["The Economic Times" reviews Prayog 3](https://www.nritarutya.com/the-economic-times-reviews-prayog-3/) - [Dance education at Nritarutya](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-education-at-nritarutya/) - As part of Nritarutya's dance education series, we've introduced Open classes for anyone interested in understanding their body mechanics. From Trained professional dancers, beginners to fitness enthusiasts we'd love to have more to dance with. To introduce one of city's best dance gurus,Nakula Somana..we share his thoughts: Little about your dance history I have - [New Directions In Indian Dance on Monday the 1st August,2011](https://www.nritarutya.com/new-directions-in-indian-dance-on-monday-the-1st-august2011/) - Illustrated talk on New Directions In Indian Dance on Monday the 1st August,2011 Sunil Kothari *RE-LOOK - Lectures on Indian Art This series of lectures will present exciting new research being done in the areas of art history, art practice and visual anthropology in India, each for the first time in Bengaluru. Distinguished art historians - [Dancer's diet-Protein](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancers-diet-protein/) - Dancer's diet-Protein by Vishwa Kiran Protein is derived from both animal and plant sources. Unlike carbohydrates and fats, protein contains nitrogen, which enables it to form amino acids, the building blocks of living tissue. There are 22 specific amino acids, but nine of them must be supplied to the body through food in order to - [Whatever happened to being lazy…….](https://www.nritarutya.com/whatever-happened-to-being-lazy/) - Whatever happened to being lazy……. by MADHURI UPADHYA I was passing through a small town on the way to participate in a theatre festival, I asked a group of men sitting on a “Somari Katte” (as we popularly call it in kannada), for directions, I thought to myself, whatever happened to just be, be lazy? - [Art Benagaluru-Contemporary Art Festival](https://www.nritarutya.com/art-benagaluru-contemporary-art-festival/) - Watch dance frames at ART BENGALURU-CONTEMPORARY ART FESTIVAL. Photographer, Rony Dutta pays tribute to Nritarutya, with his photo exhibit inspired from their dance repertory. The collection is the first of its kind: with exclusive prints for sale. - [Ashish Mohan Khokar – Alliance Française’s Dance DISCourse](https://www.nritarutya.com/ashish-mohan-khokar-alliance-francaises-dance-discourse/) - Saturday, June 11, 2011; 6:30pm Alliance Française Thimmaiah Road, Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore Transcendance Nritarutya’s ideas in movement In keeping with vast range and variety of topics, Alliance Française – Ashish Khokar's Dance DISCourse is offering to Bangalore audiences, Saturday, June 11, 2011, 6:30pm promises to be a unique evening because it showcases what is modern in Indian - [Nritarutya premieres its dance creation; an ensemble of 50 artistes!](https://www.nritarutya.com/nritarutya-premieres-its-dance-creationan-ensemble-of-50-artistes/) - Nritarutya is proud to present to you a visual glimpse of its latest dance act with 50 performing artists. Commissioned by a leading business group, the act celebrates the marriage of contemporary, folk and classical forms. Vibrant and dynamic, this vertical illusionary act, choreographed by Mayuri Upadhya, is all set to premiere on 11th, June - [Upadhya sisters on Femina magazine cover page-Buyology](https://www.nritarutya.com/upadhya-sisters-on-femina-magazine-cover-page-buyology/) - Upadhya sisters on cover page of the latest Femina magazine. - [Prayog3 in black & white](https://www.nritarutya.com/prayogs-success-story-continues/) - Dr. Sunil Kothari on Prayog 3 "Nritarutya show Prayog went off well. They had houseful and nothing succeeds like success. It was exactly- they came they saw and they won( conquered) the audience ! It was houseful and by 8.30 the audience stood up like one man giving them standing ovation and cheered - [Harper's BAZAAR featuring Mayuri and Madhuri](https://www.nritarutya.com/harpers-bazaar-feat/) - Read the latest feature on sisters Mayuri and Madhuri Upadhya, directors of Nritarutya, where they talk on life, dance and Prayog 3-their new large scale dance production premiere in New Delhi. - [Dance Theatre](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-theatre1/) - Since its inception in 2000, Nritarutya's repertory has grown into a collection of the most creative dance inventions. Our performances have been designed with high standard of presentation and executed with our acclaimed team of professional dancers & stage collaborators. [accordions title="Repertory" active=1 event="click" autoheight=false collapsible=true] [accordion title="Corporate events"] Experience and participate in our visual - [Classes](https://www.nritarutya.com/classes/) - There is always more to learn. Between the principal dancers of Nritarutya, we have nearly a half-century of combined experience; but we believe we’ll always be students of dance. That’s why we actively pursue research and development of new movement vocabularies. Study and document various styles. Attend workshops and lecture demonstrations by artists from all - [S G Vasudev](https://www.nritarutya.com/s-g-vasudev/) - S G Vasudev, Artist - "I am proud of associating myself with this young creative and dynamic group of dancers. I believe all arts, visual as well as performing should come together, then only, one could create new trends in all these fields, which has already happened in Europe." - [Hemant Trivedi](https://www.nritarutya.com/hemant-trivedi/) - Hemant Trivedi, Fashion Designer "One cannot look beyond this group, as they encompass all the components that make for a visual treat, combining their artistry of classical dance fused with a contemporary expression, that is so uniquely their own. I am always left spell-bound!!" - [Prasad Bidapa](https://www.nritarutya.com/prasad-bidapa/) - Prasad Bidapa, Fashion Guru "Mayuri Upadhya and her dance troupe Nritarutya have been a seminal influence in the contemporisation of classical Indian dance forms. I have seen their work evolve and today I think they represent a vigorous and modern phase of the Indian performing arts on an international level." - [Ashish Mohan Khokar](https://www.nritarutya.com/ashish-mohan-khokar/) - “Nritarutya is Indian Dance that's traditional and eclectic; contemporary and spiritual” - Ashish Mohan Khokar Editor-Publisher *attendance* - [Prayog 3](https://www.nritarutya.com/prayog-3/) - Nritarutya makes its debut in Delhi with Prayog 3 – a multi-media production of Indian contemporary dance using themes from mythology and modern times New Delhi: Performing for the first time in Delhi, Nritarutya, a Bangalore-based premier dance group, presents Prayog 3, an exciting multimedia production of Indian contemporary dance that encompasses the group’s latest - [Prayog 3](https://www.nritarutya.com/prayog/) - Experiments with Contrast, Balance and Force Nritarutya showcases cutting edge research and innovations in dance movement developed over the past year with– “Prayog – 3”. An exciting experiment of ideas and movements in dance, this multimedia production comprises three unique pieces choreographed by Mayuri Upadhya, Madhuri Upadhya and Sathya B G, which showcase movement and - [Carbohydrates-calories, constitution, myths.](https://www.nritarutya.com/carbohydrates-calories-constitution-myths-by-vishwa-kiran/) - Carbohydrates-calories, constitution, myths by Vishwa Kiran Carbohydrates are found in a wide array of foods—bread, beans, milk, popcorn, potatoes, cookies, spaghetti, soft drinks…. They also come in a variety of forms. The most common and abundant forms are sugars, fibers, and starches. The basic building block of every carbohydrate is a sugar molecule, a simple - [Read Femina feat Mayuri](https://www.nritarutya.com/read-femina-feat-mayuri/) - Read the latest Femina edition FEB 2011- feat Mayuri Upadhya - [And thereby hangs a tale… by Geetha Ballal](https://www.nritarutya.com/and-thereby-hangs-a-tale-by-geetha-ballal/) - And thereby hangs a tale… This in no means is a rip off from Geoffrey Archer’s novel, but I like the name and somehow I feel this experience has one too many stories involved and it is still going on, I think the name suits it. It all began when I was told I was - [Maya Ayam - Exploring avatars of Lord Vishnu through dance](https://www.nritarutya.com/maya-ayam-prod-images-by-sri-harsha/) - Maya-Ayam is a combination of classic Bharatanatyam, contemporary movement, traditional folk and digital imagery exploring the theories of Vishnu through dance. - [MAYA-AYAM-Illusion of time-Images by Sriharsha](https://www.nritarutya.com/maya-ayam-illusion-of-time-images-by-sriharsha/) - Chitraleka Dance Company (UK based) is collaborating with Nritarutya (India based) to tour their joint dance production Maya - Ayam in both countries.Evolutionary theories, ten avatars of Vishnu, Ardhanarishwara and the forces of rhythm are explored through the vocabulary of dance. A touring dance production funded by Birmingham City Council's International Partnership Programme Production team: - [Dancers, be careful with your knees!!!by Dr.Shailendra Saxena](https://www.nritarutya.com/dancers-be-careful-with-your-kneesby-drshailendra-saxena/) - With Over 600 Muscles, 206 bones and countless nerves, ligaments, and tendons in the body, it's almost impossible for dancers to escape getting injured. Acute injuries, such as a sudden sprain or muscle pull, seem to happen out of the blue. One minute you're dancing, the next minute you've hit the floor. Chronic problems, like - [Catch Balura Gudikara: Today at Ranga Shankara](https://www.nritarutya.com/catch-balura-gudikara-today-at-ranga-shankara/) - VishwaKiran and Rohan Raj, from NRITARUTYA choreograph for play-Balura Gudikara Commissioned by the Norwegian Embassy, an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s The Master Builder, Balura Gudikara, tells the tale of a builder, with a huge ego, who is cut down to size. Karnataka’s folk form of “Veeragase” is adapted into Balura Gudikara and is reflected in - ["All glory comes from daring to begin" - The "Neo Wing".](https://www.nritarutya.com/all-glory-comes-from-daring-to-begin-the-neo-wing/) - Nritarutya's "Neo Wing" have dared to begin and become. Introducing Our "Neo Wing"........ - [TO LEARN IS TO TEACH ONESELF -feat Dance trainer/choreographer/performer Veena Basavarajaiah](https://www.nritarutya.com/to-learn-is-to-teach-oneself-feat-dance-trainerchoreographerperformer-veena-basavarajaiah/) - The journey of an artist from a student, to a performer/ creator / director and then a teacher is a very natural progression. Many legendary teachers of the world in every field have taken this path. From Socrates, Aristotle, Leanordo da vinci, Einstein, Beethoven, Mozart, Merce Cunningham, Martha Graham, Rukmini Devi Arundale to M.S. Subbalakshmi... - [Nritarutya performs at Sangam Festival 2010](https://www.nritarutya.com/nritarutya-performs-at-sangam-festival-2010/) - Nritarutya is honoured to be invited to present its work at the prestigious “Sangam” Festival by Art Vision founded by Dr.Ileana Citaristi. SANGAM, A CONFLUENCE OF DANCE has been an annual dance festival of Art Vision since 2005. The festival is conceived as an offering of new and exclusive choreographic compositions in two different dance - [HIP HAAP- By Vishwa Kiran](https://www.nritarutya.com/hip-haap-by-vishwa-kiran/) - Read this hilarious and witty blog on observations that travel beyond Dance and its emerging styles. - [Abhinaya workshop by Guru Bhanumati](https://www.nritarutya.com/abhinaya-workshop-by-guru-bhanumati/) - ನಾಟ್ಯದ ಅವಿಭಾಜ್ಯ ಅಂಗ ಅಭಿನಯ ಸುಂದರ ಲಯಬದ್ಧವಾದ ಅಭಿನಯ ನೋಡುಗರೆಲ್ಲ ತನ್ಮಯ ಜನರಿಂದ ಸಿಗುವುದು ಮಾನ್ಯ ನಾಟ್ಯದಿಂದ ಮನಸಿದ್ಧಿ ಸಾಧ್ಯ ನಾಟ್ಯದಿಂದ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಕಾಯ ನಾಟ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲದಿರೆ ಮನವೆಲ್ಲ ಶೂನ್ಯ ನಾಟ್ಯಕ್ಕಿಂತ ಕಲೆಯಿಲ್ಲ ಅನ್ಯ ಅಭಿನಯ ಹೇಳಿಕೊಟ್ಟು ನೀವೇ ಅಗ್ರಗಣ್ಯ ಅದನ್ನು ಕಲಿತ ನಾವೆಲ್ಲರೂ ಧನ್ಯ ಮನವೆಲ್ಲ ತುಂಬಿದೆ ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಕಳೆದ ಮಾಧುರ್ಯ ಅದೇ ಗುಂಗಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಳುವೆವು ನಾವು ಧನ್ಯವಾದದ ವಿದಾಯ ನಾಟ್ಯದ ಅವಿಭಾಜ್ಯ ಅಂಗವೇ ಅಭಿನಯ. ಈ ಅಭಿನಯದಿಂದ ಪ್ರೇಕ್ಷಕರನ್ನು ತನ್ಮಯಗೊಳಿಸಿ ಅದರಿಂದ ಮಾನ್ಯತೆ ಪಡೆದು ಅದರಿಂದ - [AT THE THEATRE SCHOOL IN SANEHALLI-by Madhuri](https://www.nritarutya.com/at-the-theatre-school-in-sanehalli-by-madhuri/) - It seemed like the birds and insects were having a rave party outside, it poured like lord Shiva was dancing in joy! My first night at ‘Shivakumara Ranga Prayoga Shale’- a school which teaches theatre in a village of Chitradurga district, Sanehalli. Lets talk about the day now-I reached Birur and Madhu, the administrator picked - [Mayuri Upadhya – "Choreographed Tamassu Title Track”](https://www.nritarutya.com/mayuri-upadhya-choreographed-tamassu-title-track/) - Mayuri Upadhya – "Choreographed Tamassu Title Track” TAMASSU..! "Tamassu is like upholding a mirror for all of us, living in today’s society.It’s a relevant and relatable subject with a powerful message to hand down. It’s a much awaited film for all right reasons." TAMASSU EXPERINCE “It’s an extremely memorable experience”. The entire team comprised of - [Who ever said acting was all fun and easy??? by Sathya B.G](https://www.nritarutya.com/who-ever-said-acting-was-all-fun-and-easy-by-sathya-bg/) - Making a debut in sandalwood under the Agni Sridhar directorial is what every debutant would dream of. And sharing screen space with none other than hatrick hero Shivanna (Shivarajkumar) was like an icing on the cake!! Our very own, Sathya, shares his experience about his beautiful first venture as an actor in Tamassu. Sathya starts - [Youth wing showcase-by Namitha](https://www.nritarutya.com/youth-wing-showcase-by-namitha/) - There is always something that you want to do and you have to do. And at one point, you choose one over the other.. obviously compromising on what you've always wanted to do having no strong reason, probably it was just more convenient to do so. But what if you never have to choose! :) - [Show management-by Geetha Ballal](https://www.nritarutya.com/show-management-by-geetha-ballal/) - The music CD has just slipped and is repeating a track on its own or just goes ‘kapoot’... ‘1 – 2 -3 -THUD- the side wing has just fallen on the very spot you were just 2 seconds ago.. Ouch!! A nail has just pierced even through the seasoned skin of the feet... How am - [Photography @ Auroville-by Abhijith S Dev](https://www.nritarutya.com/photography-auroville-by-abhijith-s-dev/) - It has always been a wonderful experience to shoot movement and more over to showcase motion in a single frame. For me it was so exciting to capture various compositions and the lighting adding up to the frame. The utilization of space and mixture of dance gestures were just brilliant. Their immense dedication and passion - [Auroville and FTII moments-by Mayuri Upadhya](https://www.nritarutya.com/auroville-and-ftii-moments-by-mayuri-upadhya/) - Weekends, party, aaram are all synonymous terms, aren't they? Hmm but last month, its weekends, was a little different for us here at Nritarutya. The entire team traveled to perform at two very famous venues. Even with its radically different environments they equally had a supportive climate for art and dance. Spaces, their cultures and - [Carbohydrates- Fuel for the dancers](https://www.nritarutya.com/carbohydrates-fuel-for-the-dancers/) - As promised...we continue to fill in more on the fitness/diet for dancers...read on The diet of a dancer ideally must consist of about 55-60% carbohydrate, 12-15% protein, and 20-30% fat. During weighty working out and rehearsals the amount of carbohydrate should be augmented to about 65%. The reason is that carbohydrate in the major energy - [Dance class to a wandering dancer...feat our student-Manognya](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-class-to-a-wandering-dancerfeat-our-student-manognya/) - I remember feeling excited and nervous, earnest and apprehensive hesitant and confident all at the same time as I entered Kalari Institute of performing arts, the venue of Nritarutya's dance class for the very first time. As I entered the hall, I was genuinely surprised to be greeted by the sight of a jolly bunch - [Tradition through young minds-feat Ria [Nritarutya Kids]](https://www.nritarutya.com/tradition-through-young-minds-feat-riya-nritarutya-kids/) - And we shall pass our dance, our tradition through these young minds! The most Active, the most Vibrant, very vocal in their Actions! Nritarutya's Kids Team, at par with their skills and confidence, is trained and taken through several contemporary techniques, basics of classical dances and martial arts as well. Children are encouraged to indulge - [Dance Kathe-by Hemant Kumar](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-kathe-by-hemant-kumar/) - I have been dancing since I was 12 yrs old. Lucky enough for me I have always danced for an audience, at small gatherings and family get together'. My siblings, friends, cousins, would put music on and ask me to dance. It was on one of the most popular songs of the movie, Kadalam, ‘Urvashi - [Madras Music Season –writes Mayuri](https://www.nritarutya.com/madras-music-season-writes-mayuri/) - How important is a breather space to an artiste? Only as essential as inhaling and exhaling oxygen or as exciting work coming one’s way. So, my survival instincts made me think up a few things that would take me away from my dance studio and to re-energize I, me ,myself. As part of my “ - [Vande Mataram!!!](https://www.nritarutya.com/vande-mataram/) - Vande Mataram!!! This 26th January, NRITARUTYA, Indian Contemporary Dance Company offers its tribute to the nation at the Chitrakala Parishat. A live, contemporary movement experiment bringing the idea of Ashoka Chakra to spin over, this is a tribute to the nation's Constitution. Watch out as the Property turns into a magnanimous dance sculpture used by - [Nritarutya @ Kala Soudha](https://www.nritarutya.com/nritarutya-kala-soudha/) - The Cultural Bangalore is much much more, and it grows everyday. A place like KH Kalasoudha’s a proof to the efforts of P D Sathish Chandra and Sihi kahi Chandru. With a dream and vision has KH Kalasoudha been restarted. A 300 seater Space,it carries a very personal feel to it. This space is open - [Learning to move - Movement as an inspiration...Umesh Naidu](https://www.nritarutya.com/learning-to-move-movement-as-an-inspirationumesh-naidu/) - It is been nine years now, however long I journey, I realize it’s a new discovery everyday, while I feel it started only in recent times.What began as a hobby and an unwinding exercise caught up with me as I grew up. I would swim, skate, play foot ball, practice Taekwon-Do–thrice a week and dance - [Ijjodu- our "step" into cinema-by Geetha Ballal](https://www.nritarutya.com/ijjodu-our-step-into-cinema-by-geetha-ballal/) - After many an argument, we finally find that Ijjodu – meaning duality/two, is a film directed by M.S.Sathyu – an eminent filmmaker, and that Nritarutya was to choreograph and dance for the title track. - [Canvas taking over performance stage-by Madhuri](https://www.nritarutya.com/canvas-taking-over-performance-stage-by-madhuri/) - Do look into the painting exhibit @ our shop Its amazing how painting took over dance and dance took over painting in my life!!! When movement came to a still, the paintbrush danced its way to limelight, again canvas taking over a performance stage!!! Wow, I cant believe how closely both are intertwined in the - [Our Hyderabad gig](https://www.nritarutya.com/our-hyderabad-gig/) - Many ways of exchanges are happening between performance artists and corporate folks. It seems like the boundary between the two is getting dimmer. At our latest corp gig, We staged various flash mobs around the area, integrating the property into the performance. Even in commercial projects, we thematically create works that are personal yet relatable, - [Diet-Never thought it would be so vital!](https://www.nritarutya.com/diet-never-thought-it-would-be-so-vital/) - Following the tips that we shared in our older post- “Fitness for all”, we are here with many more, this time bringing you the goodness of a wholesome diet. Any Dancer's diet like his/ her lifestyle is very very different. Any individuals' diet requirement is based on performance and output. This makes a different place - [Cinematic and contemporary dance-by Rohan Raj](https://www.nritarutya.com/cinematic-and-contemporary-dance-by-rohan-raj/) - Rohan Raj is a senior dancer with the Nritarutya. Hailing from the background of cinematic dance, Rohan is here with his journey to contemporary dance. Hi, through my introduction, you guys know I am Rohan Raj, my people generally call me "Ro". I am going to share a very special bit of my life with - [Corporate Mantra – exclusive workshops](https://www.nritarutya.com/corporate-mantra-exclusive-workshops/) - A routine through dance which enable individual’s creative growth and help in increasing work efficiency! - [Bangalore International Art Festival-Pictures](https://www.nritarutya.com/bangalore-international-art-festival-pictures/) - Your overwhelming turnout [in spite of the rains], constant applause, showering of love and attention on us, our desire to dance…. drove us to complete bliss. Thank you all for a phenomenal response. - [DanceIntense Experience](https://www.nritarutya.com/danceintense-experience/) - Weeee (Vishwa and Umesh) are in Canadaaaaaaaa! Those were the first few words we screamed out on our arrival in Toronto, Canada. From there, began our DanceIntense journey, the 2 week long program which sheltered 19 dancers from India, Singapore, Canada, USA and UK, who were all trained in south Asian dance forms. Sharing this - [Nritarutya Design studio](https://www.nritarutya.com/nritarutya-design-studio/) - A qualified Graphic/Digital designer for more than a dozen years, my designs have even survived the eyes of my perfectionist dance colleagues :) That’s my masters degree……. to read and sense a dance company’s design motivation. And here you have some of my framed imagination Being a dancer myself, with experience exceeding my design years, - [Give me Read!](https://www.nritarutya.com/give-me-read/) - Heart beats and rests, lungs fill and subside: muscles demand rests from effort. Even in a general world of matter, tension and relaxation seem to operate as a law, energy filled day followed by the restful night: or the project that takes months of effort, followed by a vacation. I decided it’s time my team - [How do we choreograph-by Madhuri](https://www.nritarutya.com/how-do-we-choreograph-by-madhuri/) - “At this stage, I am aware of the critical eye reviewing my work all the time”- Mayuri Upadhya-Artistic Director There comes a stage in a choreographer’s life when he/ she apart from the world of movements has to enter the world of words. These words led me to become aware of the value of articulating - [La Fontaine experience at Bahrain-by Umesh](https://www.nritarutya.com/la-fontaine-experience-at-bahrain-by-umesh/) - We reached the race track after a short flight from India. It wasn’t a race track after all. It was the Bahrain International Airport with flyers allover screaming out loud ‘2009 Formula 1 Grand Prix’. I always wanted to see a race apart from feeling like a Formula 1 driver and racing through the busy - [Fitness for all](https://www.nritarutya.com/fitness-for-all/) - The self needs your time, take some time out for yourself, take care of yourself. Rise in love with yourself! They say that one who does not love oneself can never love anyone else. I ‘m into the 36th year of my life as a dancer & choreographer, keeping my body fit just does not - [Education project with SPJ Sadhana School](https://www.nritarutya.com/education-project-with-spj-sadhana-school/) - For every human being there is at least one amazing, unforgettable life transforming moment. I recognized it, cherished it. What was it??? Teaching dance to differently abled children of SPJ Sadhana School, Mumbai … .leading to the presentation of the same at NCPA. This was a special event, undoubtedly, aimed at creating greater awareness, for - [Mumbai Meri Jaan](https://www.nritarutya.com/mumbai-meri-jaan/) - ‘Blog Madhuri blog!!’, my sister says, everyone says, and I think to myself what to blog? Why to blog? Might as well watch my TV serials or play video games. No no a much better thing to do would be to stare at the blank wall sitting on my easy chair- my favourite pass time - [New look-to our office](https://www.nritarutya.com/new-look-to-our-office/) - It was that time of the year again when the higher-ups (read as Mayuri, Madhuri and Sathya) were getting a little restless and, truth be told, feeling a little bored as well. So, they decided the cure was to do some painting. Oh! Not the ordinary kind for them. Their canvas was to be our - [Brand New Site](https://www.nritarutya.com/brand-new-site/) - Our brand new site is finally here! It took a LONG time to happen and after multiple designs by various people, we decided to give it a go ourselves and that turned out to work best! So it finally happened! and its ready to use, so please go right ahead and tell us what you ## Pages - [Aharya & Satvika - Bodies Have Stories](https://www.nritarutya.com/) - to share the stories our bodies have been holding? “ Āngika Vāchika Āharya & Sātvika Āharya & Sātvika “Bodies Have Stories” is an evocative screen dance film that invites us to reexamine our relationship with our bodies, memories, and identities. Our bodies, far beyond mere vessels, carry imprints of every experience—joys, traumas, victories, and scars. These imprints, - [Bembala](https://www.nritarutya.com/bembala-2026/) - Bembala. Bembala Returns in 2026 Built on the belief that every artistic journey needs different kinds of support, Bembala continues to stand beside movement artists across India. If you are an individual movement artist looking for support, we invite you to apply. Wherever you are in your artistic journey—researching, creating, or deepening your practice — - [Home One](https://www.nritarutya.com/home-one/) - dance diaries. Memoirs of Movement. 23rd May 2025 Posted by Ananya V in Events, Productions and performances Bhakti 2025 BHAKTI is a multi-diciplinary & multilingual performance experience that immerses audiences in the profound wisdom of Indian Saints, Poets, and Mystics, weaving together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and devotion. At its essence, BHAKTI embodies the quest - [Home one](https://www.nritarutya.com/home-one-1/) - dance diaries. Memoirs of Movement. 15 June by Ananya V, 0 Comments Bhakti 2025 BHAKTI is a multi-diciplinary & multilingual performance experience that immerses audiences in the profound wisdom of Indian Saints, Poets, and Mystics, weaving together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and devotion. At its essence, BHAKTI embodies the quest for cosmic harmony, embracing the - [Adhyaya 2025](https://www.nritarutya.com/adhyaya-2025/) - A Celebration of Dance and Art Nritarutya’s biennial festival, Adhyaya, is a vibrant celebration of both art and the artist. This festival features never-before-seen works from promising dancers and companies in Bangalore, showcasing a unique blend of innovation and tradition. As part of Nritarutya’s commitment to education and awareness in the performing arts, Adhyaya fosters - [Bembala](https://www.nritarutya.com/bembala/) - Nritarutya is delighted to present the recipients of Bembala Scholarship 2025. We received so many applications from artists with diverse backgrounds and experiences, from across the country. It has been heartwarming to hear from artists who are so invested in their art practice. The application selection process has made us think about support in a - [About Nritarutya](https://www.nritarutya.com/about/) - Formed in 2000 by Mayuri and Madhuri Upadhya, Nritarutya is one of India’s foremost dance companies creating innovative, visceral and ethereal experiences which widen the perceptions of dance. Our artistic creations celebrate India’s cultural magnificence and weave innovation in tradition. At the same time, our education wing works towards conditioning, and providing access to the - [Latha BS](https://www.nritarutya.com/latha-bs/) - “Movement in space, gives stillness to time.” Latha’s journey with dance began in her childhood through Bharatanatyam training. Her first encounter with Nritarutya was during the production Navadurga—an experience she describes as a rediscovery of herself through dance. Since then, her passion and commitment to the art form have only deepened. A former corporate - [Madhuri Upadhya](https://www.nritarutya.com/madhuri-upadhya/) - Madhuri Upadhya is an accomplished choreographer, dancer, and painter, and serves as the Associate Director of Nritarutya. She leads the company’s artistic vision alongside its growing artist development and education wing. A Reiki Grand Master and healer, Madhuri brings an intuitive, holistic sensibility to her creative and teaching practice. Her work is inspired by - [Interviews](https://www.nritarutya.com/interviews/) - [BHAKTI](https://www.nritarutya.com/bhakti/) - BHAKTI is a multi-diciplinary & multilingual performance experience that immerses audiences in the profound wisdom of Indian Saints, Poets, and Mystics, weaving together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and devotion. At its essence, BHAKTI embodies the quest for cosmic harmony, embracing the profound belief that all existence is interwoven through a single consciousness. This production not - [Contact](https://www.nritarutya.com/contact/) - FOR ALL ENQUIRIES Please email us at info@nritarutya.com or call us on +91-99001-57591 CLASSES Note that classes are NOT currently being conducted - [Angika - Bodies Have Stories](https://www.nritarutya.com/angika-bodies-have-stories/) - to share the stories our bodies have been holding? “ Āngika Vāchika Āharya & Sātvika Vāchika In this compelling series of conversations, Bodies Have Stories brings together voices of remarkable individuals — survivors, creators, and changemakers — who have each redefined their relationship with their bodies in profound ways. From navigating physical transformation and public scrutiny to - [Landing Page Two](https://www.nritarutya.com/landing-page-two/) - Bodies Have Stories is a poetic collision of movement and memory conceptualised and directed by Mayuri Upadhya, Artistic Director of Nritarutya. In Bodies Have Stories, she delves into the body as an archive of lived experience, a vessel that remembers, transforms, and reveals. Through dance, photography, and interviews, the project reflects on identity, resilience, and - [Vachika - Bodies Have Stories](https://www.nritarutya.com/vachika-bodies-have-stories/) - Bodies Have Stories is a poetic collision of movement and memory conceptualised and directed by Mayuri Upadhya, Artistic Director of Nritarutya. In Bodies Have Stories, she delves into the body as an archive of lived experience, a vessel that remembers, transforms, and reveals. Through dance, photography, and interviews, the project reflects on identity, resilience, and - [Landing Page](https://www.nritarutya.com/landing-page/) - Bodies Have Stories is a poetic collision of movement and memory conceptualised and directed by Mayuri Upadhya, Artistic Director of Nritarutya. In Bodies Have Stories, she delves into the body as an archive of lived experience, a vessel that remembers, transforms, and reveals. Through dance, photography, and interviews, the project reflects on identity, resilience, and - [Home](https://www.nritarutya.com/home/) - dance diaries. Memoirs of Movement. 23rd May 2025 Posted by Ananya V in Events, Productions and performances Bhakti 2025 BHAKTI is a multi-diciplinary & multilingual performance experience that immerses audiences in the profound wisdom of Indian Saints, Poets, and Mystics, weaving together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and devotion. At its essence, BHAKTI embodies the quest - [Landing Page one](https://www.nritarutya.com/landing-page-one/) - Bodies Have Stories is a multidisciplinary artistic exploration conceptualised and directed by Mayuri Upadhya, celebrated danseuse, choreographer, and Artistic Director of Nritarutya. In Bodies Have Stories, she delves into the body as an archive of lived experience, a vessel that remembers, transforms, and reveals. Through dance, photography, and interviews, the project reflects on identity, resilience, - [Landing Page backup](https://www.nritarutya.com/landing-page-backup/) - Bodies Have Stories is a multidisciplinary artistic exploration, conceptualised and directed by Mayuri Upadhya, celebrated danseuse, choreographer, and Artistic Director of Nritarutya. Known for her striking imagination and her ability to translate emotion into visual poetry, Mayuri brings to this work her signature blend of depth, aesthetics, and fearless storytelling. With Bodies Have Stories, Mayuri - [post](https://www.nritarutya.com/post/) - Bhakti 2025BHAKTI is a multi-diciplinary & multilingual performance experience that immerses audiences in the profound wisdom of Indian Saints, Poets, and Mystics, weaving together threads of spirituality, philosophy, and devotion. At its essence, BHAKTI embodies the quest for cosmic harmony, embracing the profound belief that all existence is interwoven through a single consciousness. This production - [Classes](https://www.nritarutya.com/classes/) - Please Note – We are momentarily not conducting any classes Dance classes at Nritarutya focus on the art of performance by inspiring students globally with a holistic approach to dance education. The contemporary dance training has a structured syllabus offering a balance between tradition and modern, Indian, and Western movement techniques, equipping the students to - [Culture Connect](https://www.nritarutya.com/culture-connect/) - At Nritarutya, we have spent nearly two decades defining the cultural landscape of Indian dance, choreography, and performance art. We believe in telling heritage stories in modern ways. As a company, we have collaborated with thought leaders, institutions of note, the government, and creative people that are telling stories of a timeless India. We invite - [Terms and Conditions](https://www.nritarutya.com/terms-and-conditions/) - Welcome to nritarutya.com. The website is owned by Nritarutya Arts Academy (referred to as Nritarutya). By using the website, the users (entities, persons, representatives) agree to be legally bound and abide by the terms, conditions, policies set forth here-in in the site and as below. 1) Intellectual property and copyrights: All intellectual property rights contained - [Privacy Policy](https://www.nritarutya.com/privacy-policy/) - We would like to inform you the privacy policy and use of information collected via nritarutya.com. This privacy policy serves as an agreement between you and Nritarutya to the use of the website. Please read the terms carefully. We may amend, add or modify the terms of this policy from time to time. By continuing - [Ananya S. Vasishta](https://www.nritarutya.com/ananya/) - “All in good time. With patience, hard work, and learning.” Once, she used to don various corporate hats, juggling her busy career with her dance classes. Because dance was one thing that had always been close to her heart. Then one day, following a few more coffees and an epiphany, she hung her corporate - [Dance N More](https://www.nritarutya.com/dance-n-more/) - Nritarutya presents its Intensive as part of our Dance N More initiative, which focusses on capacity building of artists. Our Intensive offers artists a unique opportunity to learn 6 dance forms, with world-renowned gurus and teachers, in an environment most conducive to learning, exploring, experimenting, and development. The idea of the Intensive is not only - [Geetha Ballal](https://www.nritarutya.com/geetha-ballal/) - In her career expanding more than two decades, Geetha co-founded Nritarutya, and has worked with Nritarutya as its Principal dancer, its Administration Director, and lately, as its Events Head. From the beginning, Geetha took on the role of client liaisons, artist management, and event management, along with dancing for the company repertoire. Geetha is trained - [Neiha Jaiswar](https://www.nritarutya.com/neiha-jaiswar/) - In a journey that started over 13 years ago, she has worked in the arts and culture sector donning various hats of project management, partner development, research, and programming; sometimes all in one time. From folk festivals, dance seasons and music curation, to researching and writing about jazz and blues, and public diplomacy, she - [Support Adhyaya](https://www.nritarutya.com/support-adhyaya/) - It is not about the fancy networking receptions, or symposiums, or conferences. Adhyaya is a festival of dance, celebrating dance, applauding dance, and appreciating dance – without any frills attached to it. Adhyaya’s aim has always been, and always will be, to present exceptional talent to this city and nurturing them, giving back to the - [Ashwin Kumar](https://www.nritarutya.com/ashwin-kumar/) - “Imagine design coming to life, I dance to be a designer of movement.” Ashwin is a dancer who was a wolf among the sheep and didn’t let anything or anyone break his stride. Leaving a promising corporate career behind, Ashwin vowed to follow his heart’s desire into the world of dance. As a child, - [Seher Noor Mehra](https://www.nritarutya.com/seher-noor-mehra/) - “We preserve what we create and creation arises from destruction, I dance to destroy my weakness, create my ardour and preserve my grace.” This quote perfectly defines what dance means to her. For Seher, dance has been her release, her passion, and her strength. Dancing to her favourite songs, as a child, to demonstrating - [Prayog](https://www.nritarutya.com/prayog/) - Prayog literally translates to ‘experiment’. Known for its bold, imaginative and intuitive artistic creations, the Prayog series brings extraordinary, quirky and out-of-the-box Indian dance compositions. Prayog’s vision is to showcase, contemporary India through its dance, theatre, and design aesthetics all over the world. The choreographers interpret and understand the contextual importance of Prayog, which is - [Nidhi Chauhan](https://www.nritarutya.com/nidhi-chauhan/) - “Dance allows my soul to speak.” This Delhi girl hails from the scenic district of Pouri Garhwal, Uttarakhand. She is double the trouble, having the physique of a model and the grace of a dancer. She has groomed herself completely to the dance lifestyle: eating, sleeping and training as a dancer should. She has - [Mayuri Upadhya](https://www.nritarutya.com/mayuri-upadhya/) - Mayuri started dancing from as young as she can remember and started the building blocks of her dance company in her teens. A danseuse, choreographer, entrepreneur, dreamer and visionary, today Mayuri Upadhya is renowned for delivering visual renditions of imagination. Over the last two decades, Mayuri has created some of the most memorable work - [Portfolio](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio-page/) ## My Templates - [Default Kit](https://www.nritarutya.com/?elementor_library=default-kit) ## Portfolios - [NaraNari](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/naranari/) - Overview Feminine-masculine, yin-yang, purush-parakriti, white-black – perhaps it is about identity. Perhaps it is about your body. And maybe, just maybe, it is about harmony and accepting the blurred lines between ‘this and that’. NaraNari is Mayuri’s quest to unearth the genesis of it all, and the journey to the present. It explores the - [Mars](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/mars/) - Overview In our world, men are said to be the functional ones, the physically strong ones, and everything in between. But how does a man cope with all the nuances of life, with expectations from him, with his own standards and targets? Portrayed as being from mars, while women are from venus, the two - [Matsyangana](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/matsyangana/) - Overview Mythical or legendary – the subject of mermaids has always fascinated us. A popular folklore across regions and cultures like Europe, Africa and Asia, mermaids are sometimes associated with perilous circumstances and sometimes with love and benevolence. We are drawn to their existence and their underwater world. Kama, krodha, lobha, moha, mada, matsarya, - [Chittara](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/chittara/) - Overview An ancient indian folk art form Chittara, are traditional geometrical motifs and designs made on the floor and walls of Indian household. These drawings, usually found adorning the South kanara villages of Karnataka are passed on from generations using indigenous methods. Designs are influenced by their daily life occasions like, marriages, chariot festivals, - [Kali](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/kali/) - Overview Ya Devi sarvabhutayshu shakti-rupena samstita Namastase namastase namastase namo namah Flames for hair, hue of night, She appears naked.. Adorning heads of massacred demons, Blood dripping from her tongue..sitting on pile of corpse. Kali , perhaps the most dramatic form of Devi ever known to mankind. Described in puranas -as kalaratri who appears on - [Chakra](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/chakra/) - Overview We think of breath as a part of life but Eastern Philosophy dictates both as one and has the same word for it- Atma, this piece explores the idea of breath moving through different forms of dance. Silent, rhythmic, foot-tapping and physical, ‘chakra’ is a story on the cycle of life. The breath - [Lakshmi](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/lakshmi/) - Overview A popular goddess in Hindu mythology, Goddess Lakshmi is the wife and strength of God Vishnu. But that is not her sole identity. She is the goddess of wealth, fortune and prosperity. Her name means knowledge of goal, and her four arms are symbolic of dharma, artha, karma, and moksha. As she sits on a lotus - [Breathe](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/yoga/) - Overview The ancient art form of India, yoga where one finds the ultimate expression to life, where the body, mind and spirit is in absolute harmony, yoga is a way of life. Yoga signifies four things: Y for Yukti [reasoning], O for Om [primordial sacred sound] G for gnyan [wisdom] and A for Agni - [I Seek You](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/jogwa/) - Overview I seek you Aware in my subconscious Seek and Strive Striving to Seek Outrage processions, religious processions, peace keeping walks, festive carnivals, or funeral processions, everything is bound by a unanimous choice – that of celebrating, or surrendering, or mourning or seeking. But no matter the intention, the emotions become unleashed and the - [Ardhanarishwara](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/ardhanarishwara/) - Overview Representation of the synthesis between masculine and feminine energies of the universe. Purusha and Prakruti Ardhanarishwara Male and female principles are inseparable, just like the destructive and constructive independence that each of us possess. The choreographer traverses the ideas of Gender Capacities and Role Reversals in abysmal combinations. Using a vertical prop, these - [Forgo](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/kaveri/) - Overview In many epics around the world, it seems like it teaches us about the great wars between good and evil; however, it is not the war that we remember. We remember the sacrifices. We remember the heartache in every story and in every epic. Forgo is one such story of sacrifice, the story - [Bodies have Stories](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/unattached-yet-entwined/) - Overview Inspired by the mural art and the Mayan culture, Bodies Have Stories explores the geometry of entanglement, and of being alone. Contact technique echoes through this piece as the artists’ bodies come in contact in unconventional manner, creating illusions, and its own identity, before morphing to another illusion. The bodies are only a part - [Parched](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/parched/) - Overview A river does not understand borders and states, yet we force to divide it, ensuing in an existing situation of extreme scarcity of water. This in itself gives birth to an imposing question of what the future will hold. This setting empowers a movement vocabulary that is about struggle, confrontation and aggressive behaviour, - [Trishanku](https://www.nritarutya.com/portfolio/trishanku/) - Overview Borrowing from its namesake mythological character caught between heaven and earth, Trishanku talks about the middleground or limbo between one’s goals or desires and one’s current state or possessions. 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