Mar 13 2022 to Mar 13 2022 5:30 p.m.

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Where

Ranga Shankara

36/2, 8th Cross Rd, R K Colony, 2nd Phase, J. P. Nagar 560078

Event Description

A devadasi named Venkatasundara Sani once worshiped and performed in the Someshwara Temple in Ulsoor. In 1908, she also published a book. This conversation will look at what we know about this remarkable woman, dance in Bengaluru's temples, and the Someshwara Temple.

About Meera:

Meera Iyer is the author of the book Discovering Bengaluru and the Convener of INTACH Bengaluru Chapter..

About Gayathri:

Gayathri Iyer is a dance historian and dancer. She is a doctoral student in Jawaharlal Nehru University where she is researching art history.

About Ranga Shankara

Ranga Shankara is the definitive space for quality theatre in Bangalore.  Since it opened its doors in October 2004, Ranga Shankara has developed into one of the nerve centres of theatre in India, firmly believing in ‘a play a day’, resulting in over 7000 performances by local, national and international troupes in a range of languages in Ranga Shankara’s 18 years. One of the most affordable, accessible theatres in the country (making it a favourite among amateur theatre troupes), Ranga Shankara is also known for its many festivals such as the annual Theatre Festival, AHA! Festival of Theatre for Children and Equal, all contributing to the richness of cultural fabric of not just Bangalore, but India, too.

*Masks compulsory

*All COVID-19 protocols will be followed

Venue: Ranga Shankara 36/2, 8th Cross Rd, R K Colony, 2nd Phase, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560078

Phone: 080 2649 3982

Date:  Sunday, 13th of Mar 2022

Time: 5:30 PM