Dasha-Avatara: A Journey of Arts of India

IBN-LIVE

NImage courtesy of New Indian Express preview article

INDIA---A presentation by the Anya group, Dasha-Avatara, a blend of various art forms showcased different stages of evolution using the allegory of Dasha-Avatara from the Hindu mythology on the 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu. It highlighted the unique philosophical underpinnings of each of the ten stages through a collaboration of four different media, music, dance, sand-art and storytelling, the artists vocalist Anasuya, Kuchipudi exponent Dr. Anupama Kylash, sand-artist Kanth-Risa and storyteller Deepa Kiran had the audience spellbound. It offered a unique experience of art through sound, sight, movement of body, slithering of sand, captivating words and music. [link]