#SHOWBIZ: 'The Saga of Taj Theatre' combines classical dance and comedy
This unique production seamlessly blends Bharatanatyam, comedy theatre, and film projection into a single, compelling experience.
The show will be staged at the Damansara Performing Arts Centre (DPAC) on July 26 and 27.
This original production tells the story of an old theatre on the brink of demolition – a symbolic setting where the past and future dramatically collide.
As the narrative unfolds, the performance beautifully incorporates a vibrant dance drama dedicated to Lord Brahma, a deity long associated with creation in Indian cultural tradition.
To ensure a deeper audience connection, all dances are fully subtitled in English, and the innovative use of multimedia projections provides an accessible and visually rich storytelling experience.
More than 20 performers will take to the stage in this grand production.
The choreography and music are the result of a collaboration between award-winning artists from Malaysia and India, drawing from ancient South Indian classical traditions.
Percussion arrangements are by Maestro Kalaimamani S. Gopakumar, with lyrics penned by Nirmala Raghavan.
MDT founder Sheela Raghavan-Tan is responsible for the dance research and choreography.
MDT operates as a non-profit dance school, offering free performing arts training to children from all backgrounds.
Proceeds from 'The Saga of Taj Theatre' will directly support the expansion of these outreach programmes and help create more platforms for young, aspiring performers.
Tickets for both the 5pm and 8pm shows are by donation.
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