Of musical evenings and performances
An Evening Of Serendipity With Zakir Hussain And Friends features a scintillating performance by tabla maestro Zakir Hussain who leads an ensemble for a night of intricate rhythms , soul-stirring melodies , and genre-defying improvisations . Experience Sheejith Krishna ’ s adaptation of Cervantes ’ novel , a fusion of Bharatanatyam , poetry , music , dance , and theatre in Don Quixote in Bharatnatyam . The music-dance-theatre production unfolds a timeless tale with universal relevance . Rooted in Carnatic music , this production breaks new ground by marrying contemporary elements with classical forms .
In Indus Creed : Come Together , witness the legendary Indus Creed collaborate with young talents , blending rock with a classical string trio and exciting guests . This magical performance is curated by Zubin Balaporia . Explore Goa ’ s rich musical history in Music In The Art Park . Curated by Shyamant Behal , this series focuses on jazz , a genre deeply rooted in Goa ’ s identity , blending Portuguese Fado , classical Indian , American jazz ,
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24 highonscore Magazine . com and Bollywood . River Raag at Serendipity Arts Festival 2023 is a unique sunset cruise featuring classical performances . Indulge in these performances curated by Bickram Ghosh aboard a distinctive sunset cruise setting sail from Santa Monica Jetty . Let the gentle Mandovi river breeze carry the enchanting notes of the artists , creating a magical atmosphere for your enjoyment .
Manthan : A Confluence Of Kaavad Katha & Mohiniyattam is a performance that unites two ancient traditions . As the weaving of stories unfolds , reality encounters the
imaginary , the teller encounters the tale , and the dancer encounters the dance , resulting in the dance of their stories . Choreographed by Ashley Lobo , Shakti is an abstract Indo-Japanese dance theatre performance that delves into the various dimensions of femininity , examining the historical context of the concept and its relevance in today ’ s world .
Culinary Explorations
Tracing the traditional method of churning butter from curd and delving deeper into the cultural significance of buttermilk is the workshop Ghee and Our Connection with our Ancestors . Brace for the first-of-its-kind experience of vinegar tasting that showcases the city ’ s historical relationship with this fermented substance in Goa ’ s Coconut Vinegar : A Comparative Tasting Of A Forgotten Culinary Gem . Then there is the Local Ingredients ’ Cocktail Workshop which will feature the use of local and regional ingredients from India to create unique and flavorful cocktails . And if you are a Feni lover , then don ’ t miss out on attending Feni Deconstructed : A Sensory Experience which will take you on a fascinating journey of the local liquor .
Stories of war and displacement
Reflecting the sentiments of war , displacement and forced migrations ravaging the world is a series of performances that take viewers on a journey of social , emotional and physical upheavals these individuals go through . Afghanistan is Not Funny is the true story of a British comedian and photographer in war-torn Afghanistan . In 2002 , while investigating a comedic project , Henry Naylor , a triple Fringe First winner , and Sam Maynard , a two-time Scottish Feature Photographer of the Year , ventured into the Afghan Warzone . This journey profoundly impacted their lives and artistic pursuits . In this docu-play , narrated by Naylor and complemented by Maynard ’ s photographs , audiences will be transported to the genesis of a contemporary tragedy .
Footprints in Blood is a dance