Esplanade
Esplanade - Theatres by the Bay is one of the busiest arts centres in the world with about 3,000 performances annually. Presenting the best in the performing arts, its world-class venues have hosted a diverse range of dance, music and theatre performances, notably the Kalaa Utsavam festival of Indian art and culture held every year since the venue was opened in 2002. Connected to India has covered a multitude of events and performances at this venue.
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In Pics: KU2019 concludes with a bang, featuring Amit Trivedi and Agam
As Kalaa Utsavam 2019 draws to a close, we are already excited about what the next edition will bring!
In Pics: Kerala indie band When Chai Met Toast performs first international show in Singapore
Indie pop-folk band When Chai Met Toast brought their energetic live show to Singapore, at Esplanade's Kalaa Utsavam 2019.
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Connected to India highlights some free programmes you wouldn't want to miss at Kalaa Utsavam this weekend.
In Pics: A delightful Indian arts feast at the first weekend of Kalaa Utsavam 2019
In case you missed the first half of Kalaa Utsavam 2019, here are some highlights.
Energy and excitement of Indian fans abroad pumps me up, says Amit Trivedi
Connected to India speaks to popular Bollywood music composer, songwriter and singer Amit Trivedi about participating in Kalaa Utsavam 2019.
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11 member band to launch debut album Swarhythm at Kalaa Utsavam
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Your one-stop video guide for Kalaa Utsavam 2019
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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...
The Threshold: A musical conversation that explores the issue of gender
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Carnatic rockers AGAM team up with hindustani classical vocalist Kaushiki Chakraborty
The special performance has been conceptualised by award-winning producer Sai Shravanam.