Multimedia dance drama based on Srimad Bhagavad Gita



In the battlefield of Kurukshetra, just before the commencement of the battle of Mahabharata, Arjuna was standing between the two armies. In spite of being the greatest archer and the ace warrior of his time Arjuna was so overwhelmed with grief that he lost his self-confidence. In a spell of pathos he discarded his armaments and refused to fight.

At this crucial moment he sought guidance from Sri Bhagavan who was his charioteer and friend. Like a skillful psychotherapist Sri Bhagavan initiated a conversation with Arjuna to dispel his dilemma and revive his morale. Although the word "Bharata" is used as synonym for Arjuna ( A descendent from "Bharata Dynasty") it has an universal application.

"Bharata" is a metaphor for the intelligent and dynamic youth of all times; a medium through which Shri Bhagawan has conveyed His message of universal love and compassion.

The Dance Drama "Uttistha Bharata" captures images created in Arjuna's mind while he listened to Sri Krishna. The Divine Conversation is portrayed in an aesthetic and enchanting form. The composition reaches its dramatic climax in the exposition of Kallroop - The Time Man. It also indicates the critical situations during the battle of Mahabharata when Sri Bhagavan carved his Leela - His Mystical Play; to uphold the honour and victory of His Virtuous devotee.

The Dance Drama follows Kathak style in Sutradhar tradition. The troupe is set in a contemporary Vedic Ashram. The participants sing, dance, enact and contemplate upon the Divine words of the Gita and thereby explore its magnificent secrets. The scope of the presentation is enhanced through the strategic inclusion of multimedia projections which electrify its highlight points and make the stage presentation an absorbing experience.

The innovative skill of the composer lies in the fine balance which is maintained in the various artistic inputs combined together for the final creation. There is a flowing synchronization between poetry, music, singing, narration, choreography, dramatic swings, special effects, illustrations & animations. all the dimensions converge to carry the viewer into the charismatic realm of Bliss & Solace; as promised by Sri Bhagavan.

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