Kathak dance performance by Dr Mandavi Singh mesmerises Jaipurites

The ongoing ‘Nrityam -Gharane Kathak Ke’, being held as a part of the cultural activities of Jawahar Kala Kendra, witnessed the ‘Nartan Sarwaswam’ performance prepared under the direction of Dr Mandavi Singh.

Based on the book written by the King of Raigarh, Chakradhar Singh, the dance and drama in ‘Nartan Sarwaswam’ presented the beauty and ‘Navras’ of the nature.

The artistes spellbound the audience through their wonderful performance of ‘Thumri’, ‘Dadra’, and ‘Ghazals’. The special performances of Raigarh Gharana like,’Dal Badal’,’Gaj Bilas’ and ‘Indrajat’, among others were also presented on the occasion.

The event began with a performance of Bandish, ‘Chaman Mai Kaha Aisi Rangat, Ye Nahak Fulon Ko Sajaye Hue Hai’. The artistes presented various other creations during the programme.

The programme was choreographed by Dr Mandavi Singh and Devjyoti. The dancers were Samrat Chaudhary, Sumedha Gupta, Manjri Bakhshi, Mili Verma and Lovely Roy. The accompanying artistes were Garima (Vocals), Jayprakash Sahu (Tabla), Sugam (Keyboard), Dasun (Sitar)and Bihari (Bansuri).