Arohi Dandawate at International Human Rights Arts Festival - NYC

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Sundara Natarajam 

Arohi Dandawate and the Kritya Ensemble

Sundara Natarajam is a Kuchipudi piece choreographed by Yamini Kalluri and the Kritya Ensemble, on a reflection of women’s lived experiences today. The piece begins with the Hindu Lord Shiva’s ecstatic dance, where his beauty in divine frenzy is revealed through movement. From there, the focus shifts to Shakthi, his consort, who attempts meditation but is drawn instead into a profound awareness of her love for Shiva. Her distraction is not weakness, but instead it is recognition that true yoga lies in union, in a love that transcends even the deepest meditation. Through this journey, Sundara Natarajam challenges the narrative that women must sacrifice ambition for love, or independence for companionship. Instead, it envisions a world where women can embrace both power and intimacy, thriving in ambition and partnership without compromise of self. Ultimately, the piece is a celebration of universal…