In a special discussion with stalwarts of Singapore’s performing arts scene, Connected to India’s co-founder and Content Head, Punam Sharrma takes stock of Kalaa Utsavam’s nearly two decade long existence.
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Swarhythm: A musical collaboration of melodies and rhythms
Founded and launched by tabla artist Nawaz Mirajkar, the Swarhythm Ensemble is a multi-ethnic group of talented local musicians.
Kalaa Utsavam 2019: Amit Trivedi to bring Bollywood fever to Singapore
One of the most popular and in-demand music composers in Bollywood, Trivedi will make his Singapore debut at Kalaa Utsavam 2019.
Marabu – The First Ripple: Tracing the legacy of the Indian community in Southeast Asia
The series intends to capture pertinent moments of the Singapore Indian community and their shared history with other communities.
Free events and shows you wouldn’t want to miss at Kalaa Utsavam 2019
From shadow theatres, block printing workshops to Kathakali performances, Kalaa Utsavam 2019 presents an exciting series of free programmes that will bring the festive mood to various corners of the Esplanade.
The Threshold: A musical conversation that explores the issue of gender
A musical conversation presented by Pallavi and Bindhumalini, The Threshold explores the issue of gender and its lived experiences through the lens of compassion.
Carnatic rockers AGAM team up with hindustani classical vocalist Kaushiki Chakraborty
The special performance has been conceptualised by award-winning producer Sai Shravanam.
Aditi Mangaldas explores the human body through Inter_rupted
Inter_rupted is an exploration of the human body, its fragility, disintegration, resilience, vulnerability, inevitability and renewal.
Kalaa Utsavam 2019: Preethi Athreya’s The Lost Wax Project
The Lost Wax Project by Preethi Athreya seeks to portray that the body does not move into space and time, rather it creates space and time.
The Band Walle and Palwinder bring the flavour of desi music to Singapore
Having made their debut at Kalaa Utsavam last year, The Band Walle is back to set the stage alive with a special performance with singer-songwriter Palwinder Singh.