Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra, under the visionary leadership of Padmashri Shobha Deepak Singh, is set to enthral audiences with three powerful dance-drama productions: Meera, Parikrama, and Karna. Each performance weaves together India’s rich cultural heritage, mythology, and timeless philosophies through evocative storytelling, intricate choreography, and traditional art forms.
Sunday, May 25th, 2025: MEERA, a journey of Liberation and Enlightenment
An embodiment of fearless devotion and unwavering inner strength, Meera brings to life the spiritual odyssey of the poet-saint who defied societal norms in pursuit of divine truth. Through evocative Rajasthani and Gujarati folk movements, this production draws from the meticulous documentation of folklorist Komal Kothari, capturing not just a woman’s voice but a nation’s inner compass—resilience rooted in faith.
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025: PARIKRAMA, the journey of the Atman
Choreographed in the martial and expressive styles of Mayurbhanj Chhau and Kalaripayattu, Parikrama delves into the elemental cycle of existence—life, death, and rebirth—mirroring the nation’s capacity to regenerate with strength after every trial. Inspired by the Panch Tattvas and layered with insights from the Padma Purana, the production is a meditative journey that resonates deeply in times of renewal and reflection.
Thursday, May 29th, 2025: KARNA, the Marginalised Hero of Mahabharata
A deeply layered portrayal of honour and identity, Karna revisits the life of one of Mahabharata’s most tragic heroes, who struggled between duty, loyalty, and truth. Drawing from Rashmi Rathi by National Poet Ramdhari Singh ‘Dinkar’, and choreographed in the raw intensity of Chhau and Kalaripayattu, Karna finds new resonance today—as it embodies the virtues of courage, sacrifice, and complex morality, qualities India has demonstrated on and off the battlefield.
The above productions are Produced and Directed by Padmashri Shobha Deepak Singh (Chairperson – Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra).
All the above shows will be staged from 7 pm to 8.30 pm at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi.
