Aug 17 2022 to Aug 17 2022 6:45 p.m.

EVENT HAS ENDED

Where

Chowdiah Memorial Hall

16th Cross Rd, Vyalikaval, Kodandarampura, Malleshwaram 560003

Event Description

Jagath Maaanyam is a mega dance drama which represents the contribution and historic patriotism of the great Freedom Fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju. 40 Dancers will present this narrative in a dance drama with a blend of tribal, folk, Kuchipudi and modern dance styles. According to our mythology, Lord Vishnu and his dashavathara signify the evolution of man and the intellect. It taught us that the main dharma was to protect the good and destroy the evil. We'd like to believe that Kali-yuga has witnessed these avataras in the form of extraordinary human beings who have selflessly fought to eradicate evil and shield the good in our society. We have glimpsed such avataras in our freedom fighters who have led by example. Alluri Sitarama Raju was one such individual. A young Sitarama Raju renounced all the worldly pleasures and chose to lead a monk's life, devoting his life to attaining sampoorna swarajya. He began working amongst tribal communities and aided them by educating them and providing medical help, using the extensive learnings he had acquired from his travels. He strived to fight against the caste divide in Indian Society. He Introduced the panchayat system among the tribes and evoked a sense of self-governance. After putting up a monumental effort for nearly two years, the British finally managed to apprehend Alluri Sitarama Raju in the forests of Chintapalle, where he was then tied to a tree and executed by firing on 7 May 1924. The British Government had to spend over Rs 40 lakhs in those days to defeat the rebellion.

Sri Rajarajeshwari Kala Nikethan aims to throw light on the life and sacrifices of this unsung hero. Conceptualised, Choreographed and Directed by Dr. Veena Murthy Vijay, Mitun Sham will be essaying the role of Alluri Sitarama Raju and Sangeeta Phanish will play the role of Sita. Sri Rajarajeshwari Kala Niketan (SRRKN), a reputable arts institution directed by Dr. Veena Murthy Vijay, has been actively involved in contributing to the propagation of Indian classical art forms in Bangalore for the past 38 years.

SRRKN is committed to enhancing the artistic knowledge of today’s youth through practical and theoretical education. We work to provide a venue for today’s youth to explore their cultural heritage through creative and artistic display. Furthermore, we expose the youth and the local community to an array of entertainment featuring India’s most esteemed world-renowned artists. Our institution has educated over 500 students and has provided them with training in various art forms including classical dance, yoga, martial arts and music.

Sri Rajarajeshwari Kala Niketan has been conducting Dance Festivals every year. Eminent artists are performing in these festivals. SRRKN started a diploma course and degree in Bharatanatyam and music through Samnavay Foundation for Indian Performing Arts and AIMS affiliated to Bangalore University. Conducted workshops by senior Gurus like Smt.Lalitha Srinivasan, Smt.Asha Gopal and other Gurus. The students of SRRKN have presented both kuchipudi and bharatanatyam all over India including the famous Khajaraho Festival.

Venue: Chowdiah Memorial Hall, Vylikaval, Bangalore

Date: Wednesday, 17th of August 2022

Time: 6.45 PM onwards