Productions

Horizons...Kathak and Beyond

‘Kathak and Beyond’, as the name suggests is about taking the past and present to the future of dance. As a representative of the young generation of classical dancers, Shambhavi has always felt the urge to attract younger crowd towards classical dance. In fact, it has always been a base line of all her new productions, be it Nritya Sangam (a duet with Bharatanatyam dancer Parimal Phadke) or be it Magic Mélange (a combination of Kathak and western dances in association with Rocky Poonawala). Fusion is the success mantra of the young artistes, but Shambhavi’s fusions stand out as she maintains the solid base of tradition, training (Taleem), authenticity and dignity. ‘Kathak and Beyond’ has a vast array of compositions, ranging from very traditional to ultra modern. It is very interesting to watch what difference it makes when the most traditional pieces are presented with a dash of new thought, technique and look. ‘Horizons’ is not at all an old recipe served in new style. It is a very strong effort to take a kaleidoscopic review of the past and connect it to the future. It is an effort to try to see the future of dance, a window through which the world tries to have a view of the Indian culture. ‘Horizons’ was launched in 2008 on the auspicious occasion of Guru Pournima. Till date, Shambhavi and her team has performed this magnificent performance in Pune, Mumbai, Kolhapur, Solapur, Bangalore, etc. ‘Horizons’ is presented by Shambhavi and her 15 senior disciples.

Nritya Sangam

When two rivers meet it is called ‘Sangam’ When two styles of Indian Classical Dance come together... Nritya Sangam…. Nritya Sangam brings two classical dance styles; namely Kathak from the North India and Bharatanatyam from the South India on one platform. An interesting play of similarities and contrasts in musical disciplines (Hindustani and Carnatic) and dance….. Shambhavi Dandekar and Parimal Phadke explore the contrasts and similarities between the two styles. The juxtaposition becomes the forte of Nritya Sangam. Witness the magic, which Shambhavi and Parimal create on stage. Shambhavi becomes the Laasya (feminine dance) with her soft and graceful dance. Parimal is Tandava (masculine dance) with his firm and energetic dance. Both create fireworks on stage through their rhythmic ‘Sawaal Jawaab’. Timeless.... Nritya Sangam becomes a metaphor for eternal blend of energy, form and content. With a rare combination of masculine vigor and feminine grace, the dancers leave the audience awestruck with the blend of the two richest dance styles of India. Nritya Sangam has dance pieces on traditional as well as modern themes on specially conceptualized and recorded sound tracks (recorded with an orchestra of 10 musicians from Hindustani and Carnatic style). This wholesome performance offers you a wide variety of content ranging from traditional Navarasa to the fusion of Western Music and Classical Dance. Shambhavi and Parimal have performed Nritya Sangam in more than 40 cities of the United States of America and also in Muscat and China. A commercial DVD of Nritya Sangam is produced by Neelam AV, U.S.A..

Darpan

When two rivers meet it is called ‘Darpan’ When two styles of Indian Classical Dance come together... Darpan…. Darpan brings two classical dance styles; namely Kathak from the North India and Bharatanatyam from the South India on one platform. An interesting play of similarities and contrasts in musical disciplines (Hindustani and Carnatic) and dance….. Shambhavi Dandekar and Parimal Phadke explore the contrasts and similarities between the two styles. The juxtaposition becomes the forte of Nritya Sangam. Witness the magic, which Shambhavi and Parimal create on stage. Shambhavi becomes the Laasya (feminine dance) with her soft and graceful dance. Parimal is Tandava (masculine dance) with his firm and energetic dance. Both create fireworks on stage through their rhythmic ‘Sawaal Jawaab’. Timeless.... Nritya Sangam becomes a metaphor for eternal blend of energy, form and content. With a rare combination of masculine vigor and feminine grace, the dancers leave the audience awestruck with the blend of the two richest dance styles of India. Nritya Sangam has dance pieces on traditional as well as modern themes on specially conceptualized and recorded sound tracks (recorded with an orchestra of 10 musicians from Hindustani and Carnatic style). This wholesome performance offers you a wide variety of content ranging from traditional Navarasa to the fusion of Western Music and Classical Dance. Shambhavi and Parimal have performed Nritya Sangam in more than 40 cities of the United States of America and also in Muscat and China. A commercial DVD of Nritya Sangam is produced by Neelam AV, U.S.A..

Strings n Beats

When two rivers meet it is called ‘Strings n Beats’ When two styles of Indian Classical Dance come together... Strings n Beats…. Strings n Beatsbrings two classical dance styles; namely Kathak from the North India and Bharatanatyam from the South India on one platform. An interesting play of similarities and contrasts in musical disciplines (Hindustani and Carnatic) and dance….. Shambhavi Dandekar and Parimal Phadke explore the contrasts and similarities between the two styles. The juxtaposition becomes the forte of Nritya Sangam. Witness the magic, which Shambhavi and Parimal create on stage. Shambhavi becomes the Laasya (feminine dance) with her soft and graceful dance. Parimal is Tandava (masculine dance) with his firm and energetic dance. Both create fireworks on stage through their rhythmic ‘Sawaal Jawaab’. Timeless.... Nritya Sangam becomes a metaphor for eternal blend of energy, form and content. With a rare combination of masculine vigor and feminine grace, the dancers leave the audience awestruck with the blend of the two richest dance styles of India. Nritya Sangam has dance pieces on traditional as well as modern themes on specially conceptualized and recorded sound tracks (recorded with an orchestra of 10 musicians from Hindustani and Carnatic style). This wholesome performance offers you a wide variety of content ranging from traditional Navarasa to the fusion of Western Music and Classical Dance. Shambhavi and Parimal have performed Nritya Sangam in more than 40 cities of the United States of America and also in Muscat and China. A commercial DVD of Nritya Sangam is produced by Neelam AV, U.S.A..