“The Reality (Truth) is ONE:
the wise call It by various names”
Schedule
VENUE
Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts
Janpath Building, near Western Court, Janpath, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Website: https://ignca.gov.in/
DATES
8th to 10th November 2024
DAY 1: Nov 8, 2024
6.30 PM: Lighting of the Lamp by
Spl Guest of Honor,
Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi,
Member Secretary, IGNCA and
Prof. (Dr) Richa Kamboj,
HoD, Kaladarshana, IGNCA
6.45 PM: Collaborative Dance by
Sushree Reela Hota and Group
“Antar Yatra : The Inner Journey”
DAY 2: Nov 9, 2024
6.30 PM: ANCIENT ARTS AWARD PRESENTATION CEREMONY - Guru Nityananda Das
6.45 PM: Vocal recital by
Shri Srinivas Joshi
DAY 3: Nov 10, 2024
6:30 PM - Lighting of the Lamp
6:045 PM - Kuchipudi dance performance by
Smt. Yamini Reddy and Group
8th INTERNATIONAL ANCIENT ARTS
FESTIVAL | SYMPOSIUM | EXHIBITION
HEALING THROUGH CREATIVE ARTS ACROSS CULTURES
8TH INTERNATIONAL ANCIENT ARTS FESTIVAL | SYMPOSIUM | EXHIBITION was organized by Rays of Wisdom Society, supported by the Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with IGNCA and the Religion, Consciousness and Spirituality Group. The three-day event showcased the therapeutic aspects and commonalities shared by ancient cultures around the globe through dance, music, and related arts.
The three-day event was organized by Rays of Wisdom Society supported by the Ministry of Culture, Govt of India in collaboration with IGNCA and Religious, Consciousness and Spirituality Group. The three-day Festival/ Symposium aims to showcase the therapeutic aspects and commonalities shared by ancient cultures around the globe through dance, music, and related arts. Throughout history, cultures across the globe have harnessed the power of arts not only for aesthetic pleasure but also for healing and spiritual growth. For instance, Indian classical dances stem from yogic postures - the aim being to achieve perfect balance and harmony. Ragas and certain notes can help calm nerves, soothe the agitation of the mind, and strengthen nerves. Paintings, involve colors, and Colors affect the mind especially our emotional responses very powerfully. Keeping these factors in mind, Dr Reela Hota curated this festival to include performances, discussions, and display of a varied form of arts.
She says” Art is a definite stress buster. It helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system that helps calm the brain, slow down the heartbeat and relax the muscles. A society that encourages its people to actively involve artistic pursuits in their daily lives helps create a more humane world because they are more balanced and likely to live in greater harmony with themselves and tolerance with others.
Eminent Artists Include The performing arts festival features Dr. Reela Hota with her group on Day 1, 2 and Smt Yamini
Guru Reela Hota brought a unique dance on Yogic theory of Chakras and social peace. Titled “Antar Yatra,” this dance was an interesting collaboration of Odissi, Chhau and Contemporary Ballet. This dance drama presents the Yogic way to elevate our inner consciousness to a higher positive vibrational state. The juxtaposition of the varied dance forms was a novel experience for the audience.
Shrinivas Joshi son of the legendary Bhimsen Joshi, performed Day bada khayal which had a soothing effect on the audience. Day three saw Yamini Reddy and her group were energetic and innovative. An abhinaya on sufi urdu song nearly brought the audience to their feet.
Distinguished Guests of Honor included V Srinivas, Secretary, DARPG and DPPW, Dr Sachchidananda Joshi, MS, IGNCA, Additional Secretary, Govt of India, Shri Padma Lochan Sahoo, Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala, Shri K R Jyothilal, Dr Richa Kamboj, HOD, KalaDarsana.
The Ancient Arts Award 2024 was bestowed upon Guru Nityananda Das for his contribution to Odissi dance. We are thankful to Bhaskar Koirala whose generous financial contribution has aided in increasing the scale of the event possible
