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SUMMARY:NIAM Presents "Global Faces: Ramayan 101"
DESCRIPTION:Global Faces: Ramayan 101 – Friday\, November 20\,\n7pm to 7:45pm (CT)\nJoin us for an insightful conversation about the global aspects of Ramayan\, where performing artists of diverse faiths from Mandala Arts will share their concepts and interpretations of what Ramayan means to them and will be moderated by NIAM board member Harpreet Datt. niam.org
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/ramayan-101/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201018T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201018T213000
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SUMMARY:Raj Rang: Colors of Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself to the heart of Rajasthan. The Langas and the Manganiars\, two professional hereditary caste musician communities\, share the beauty of the Thar Desert and its people in this unique virtual concert.  \nThis October\, Mandala Arts and Rupayan Sansthan present Raj Rang: Colors of Rajasthan. Rupayan Sansthan is an alternative ethnographic museum that preserves the folkloric and everyday traditions of Rajasthan’s rural communities. RajRang (a unit of Rupayan Sansthan) features artists such as Habib Khan Langa\, Khete Khan Manganiar\, Dere Khan Manganiar\, Feroz Khan Manganiar and Anwar Khan Manganiar. These renowned artists have been featured in productions with Ustad Zakir Hussain\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Zingaro\, and in the acclaimed international hit\, “Manganiyar Seduction”. \nDuring the pandemic\, the lives of performing artists have been affected globally. This program seeks to support vital musical communities.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/raj-rang/
LOCATION:IL
ORGANIZER;CN="Rupayan Sansthan":MAILTO:rupayansansthan@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200926T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200926T160000
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SUMMARY:With Rumi
DESCRIPTION:At the intersection of spirituality and design\, WITH RUMI explores the expression of words through calligraphy\, dance\, animation and music. The beloved Sufi poet’s vast writings on love are streamed virtually in this new multimedia work presented by Chicago based choreographer\, Pranita Nayar and Mandala Arts. \nThe performances take place Saturday\, September 26 from High Concept Labs at Mana Contemporary. Limited in-person viewing will take place at 3:00pm & 6:00pm and streaming of the performance will be available September 26 through October 4. \nRegister for in-person on virtual tickets. Ask us to learn more info@mandalaarts.orgClick here to change this text
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/with-rumi/
LOCATION:High Concept Labs\, 2233 S Throop Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200615
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SUMMARY:Mandala Makers Festival
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URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/mandala-makers-festival/
LOCATION:Green Line Performing Arts Center\, 329 E Garfield Blvd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200515T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200515T210000
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SUMMARY:Mandala Makers: In Concert
DESCRIPTION:Featured Artists:\nCOLIN MASCARHENAS \nAMEERA NIMJEE\n\n\n \n\n\nJoin us for a live stream on Mandala’s Facebook Page or Youtube Channel. Proceeds go towards Mandala Makers artists. Donate today: https://www.facebook.com/donate/1885545514916110/\n\n\n \n\n\nAmeera Nimjee\n\n\nAmeera Nimjee is a kathak dancer\, musician\, scholar\, and educator. She began her study of kathak with Joanna de Souza in 2007\, and performs with Toronto-based Chhandam Dance Company in Canada\, the United States\, and India. Her love of the dance form grows from her interest in the musicality and intricacies of rhythm in kathak. As a scholar\, Ameera conducts research in the fields of music and dance studies. She holds both MA and PhD degrees in ethnomusicology\, and a Bachelor of Music and Associate’s Diploma in classical piano performance. Ameera is a professor of Ethnomusicology and Asian Studies at the University of Puget Sound\, where she teaches courses on music\, dance\, and the study of culture. \n\n\n \n\n\nColin Mascarhenas\n\n\nColin Mascarenhas\, disciple of Guru Ankur Ballal and Smt. Guru Jhelum Paranjape\, has been learning Odissi for the past 10 years. Colin started his learning under Smitalay and has performed with their group at various reputed venues that include festivals at NCPA Mumbai\, the Akhil Bharatiya Sanskruitk Sangh Pune and the Natyanjali Festival Mumbai. Colin moved to Chicago and has continued learning Odissi under the guidance of Guru Ipsita Sathpathy and has performed with Mandala Arts.\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout Mandala Makers:\n\n\nEmerging artists immersed in South Asian performance traditions share their passion and artistry in this concert series. Each week features a different line up of outstanding Chicago-based musicians\, dancers and experts. These artists are resilient in their creations and are building a space to share work and find healing and expression through art. All contributions go towards Mandala Makers Festival launching June 13th.\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout Mandala Makers Festival:\n\n\nThe festival returns this year as a digital space to support Chicago-based artists engaging with South Asian culture and identities. Artists respond to the process art-making during the COVID-19 crisis and contribute their voices in this project.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/mandala-makers-in-concert-2020-05-08-2020-05-15/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200508T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200508T210000
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SUMMARY:Mandala Makers: In Concert
DESCRIPTION:Featured Artists:\nSAMEER PATEL\nASHWATY CHENNAT\nMANOU MAGDALENA CHAKRAVROTY\n\n\n \n\n\nJoin us for a live stream on Mandala’s Facebook Page or Youtube Channel. Proceeds go towards Mandala Makers artists. Donate today: https://www.facebook.com/donate/1885545514916110/\n\n\n \n\n\nCello protégé Manou Chakravorty opens our evening with Sameer Patel and Ashwaty Chennat who recently collaborated on an adaptation of “The Firebird Suite” presented with Chicago Sinfonietta. Sameer and Ashwaty will share their story and the creation process\, followed by Q&A with the audience!\n\n\n \n\n\nSameer Patel (conductor)\n\n\nInternationally recognized for his versatile musicianship and passionate communication\, Sameer Patel is one of America’s most exciting young conductors. A recipient of 2016 and 2017 Solti Foundation U.S. Career Assistance Awards\, Mr. Patel is the Associate Conductor of the San Diego Symphony. A graduate of the University of Michigan\, Mr. Patel furthered his training with some of the greatest conductors of our time\, including Gianandrea Noseda\, Daniele Gatti\, the late Kurt Masur\, Bernard Haitink\, David Zinman and Neeme and Paavo Järvi.\n\n\n \n\n\nAshwaty Chennat (choreographer)\n\n\nAshwaty Chennat is rooted in Bharatanatyam and ballet\, among classical and folk forms of South Asia\, and has choreographed works that find connections between disparate dance forms and histories. Principal artist with Mandala Arts\, Ashwaty currently grows her work with director Pranita Nayar; she began her journey in dance with Sudha Chandrasekhar\, Deena Fournier and Lisa Holland (Michigan).\n\n\n \n\n\nManou Magdalena Chakravorty (cello)\n\n\nManou Magdalena Chakravorty started cello at the age of four with Karen Schulz-Harmon and now studies with Richard Hirschl and Oleksa Mycyk. Manou has performed at Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall\, at the Kremlin and Moscow Conservatory in Moscow\, the Studebaker Theater in Chicago\, the opera house in Nur-Sultan\, Kazakhstan and various venues in Austria (Gmunden\, Zell an der Pram\, Sankt Johann im Saggautal)\, Germany (Kirchberg-an-der-Jagst)\, Italy (Urbino\, Brisighella)\, Liechtenstein (Nendeln) and Spain (Daroca). She studies Bharatnatyam\, a form of Indian classical dance\, with Pranita Nayar.\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout Mandala Makers:\n\n\nEmerging artists immersed in South Asian performance traditions share their passion and artistry in this concert series. Each week features a different line up of outstanding Chicago-based musicians\, dancers and experts. These artists are resilient in their creations and are building a space to share work and find healing and expression through art. All contributions go towards Mandala Makers Festival launching June 13th.\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout Mandala Makers Festival:\n\n\nThe festival returns this year as a digital space to support Chicago-based artists engaging with South Asian culture and identities. Artists respond to the process art-making during the COVID-19 crisis and contribute their voices in this project.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/mandala-makers-in-concert-2020-05-08/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200501T200000
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SUMMARY:Mandala Makers: In Concert
DESCRIPTION:FEATURED ARTISTS:\n\n\nChethan Anant\n\n\nSandeep Bharadwaj\n\n\n \n\n\nJoin Chethan (bansuri + Hindustani vocal) and Sandeep (Carnatic violin) as they explore the theme of “Hope” through Carnatic and Hindustani raags and compilations. Each artist will present a solo set.\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout Mandala Makers:\n\n\nEmerging artists immersed in South Asian performance traditions share their passion and artistry in this concert series. Each week features a different line up of outstanding Chicago-based musicians\, dancers and experts. These artists are resilient in their creations and are building a space to share work and find healing and expression through art. All contributions go towards Mandala Makers Festival launching June 13th.\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout Mandala Makers Festival:\n\n\nThe festival returns this year as a digital space to support Chicago-based artists engaging with South Asian culture and identities. Artists respond to the process art-making during the COVID-19 crisis and contribute their voices in this project.\n\nClick here to change this text
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/mandala-makers-in-concert/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200424T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
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SUMMARY:Riyaaz with Chethan
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a musical break with Hindustani artist Chethan Anant\, a Chicago-based bansuri\, vocal and tabla artist. Chethan will take you through a traditional riyaaz\, or practice session\, that will explore the melodic and rhythmic soundscapes of each instrument. \nJoin us on Facebook live on the Mandala Arts page at 8pm each Friday.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/riyaaz-with-chethan/
LOCATION:Anywhere\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200405T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
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SUMMARY:Unity: Amjad Ali Khan
DESCRIPTION:Amjad Ali Khan Samaagam | A Concerto for Sarod\, Concertante Group and String Orchestra\nKamala Sankaram | Aria for Soprano from Taking Up Serpents\nDmitri Shostakovich | Chamber Symphony in C Minor\, Op. 110a \nFeaturing Mandala Ensemble artists Ashwaty Chennat\, Colin Mascarenhas and Misha Talapatra in a classical dance performance. \nSamaagam means confluence – a flowing together or a gathering to celebrate. Master sarod player Amjad Ali Khan\, scion of a family of sarod musicians in central India\, composed Samaagam to entwine and rejoice in the classical music cultures of West and East. This stunning collaborative work creates an exhilarating bond of both traditions. Sankaram’s atmospheric aria from the opera Taking Up Serpents also brings together diverse conventions\, depicting a young woman’s reunion with her estranged family at her father’s deathbed. And Shostakovich in his Chamber Symphony mourns for his kin\, his countrymen\, and himself at a difficult time in his life. Weaving together quotations from his previous works\, the symphony “is so powerful that when I was writing it\, tears flowed as freely as water…”
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/unity-amjad-ali-khan/
LOCATION:Harris Theater for Music and Dance\, 205 E Randolph Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200308T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200308T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20200103T021320Z
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SUMMARY:Pranaya: Romances in Poetry
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URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/pranaya-romances-in-poetry/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center\, 915 E 60th\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200119T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20200114T051146Z
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SUMMARY:Odissi Workshop with Misha Talapatra
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URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/odissi-workshop-with-misha-talapatra/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center\, 915 E 60th\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200105T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190913T033440Z
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SUMMARY:Pre Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Learn the stories\, rhythms and movement of South Asian mythology through dance! This creative movement class explores space by creating animals\, heroes and demons with our hands\, bodies\, footwork. Students begin their journey into classical Indian dance by learning technique and vocabulary from Bharatanatyam\, ultimately building complex movement sequences (adavus). \nThis class runs from January 5th through May 10th. All students are invited to perform and prepare for Mandala’s annual Academy Showcase on May 17th at the Vittum Theater. \nThis class is suited for ages 3-6. To learn more\, ask at info@mandalaaarts.org
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/pre-bharatanatyam-3/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Studio\, 630 W Webster\, 1-E\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200105T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200105T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
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SUMMARY:Beginner Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Beginner class introduces young learners to the world of classical Indian dance. Students explore form\, movement sequences (adavus)\, melody and rhythm. Students also become familiar with South Asian folk tales and mythology\, and create characters through gesture and physicality. \nThis class runs from January 5th through May 10th. All students are invited to perform and prepare for Mandala’s annual Academy Showcase on May 17th at the Vittum Theater. \nThis class is suited for ages 7-8. To learn more\, ask at info@mandalaaarts.org
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/beginner-bharatanatyam-3/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Studio\, 630 W Webster\, 1-E\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200104T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190926T215650Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Bharatanatyam II
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Intermediate class builds upon the basics of classical Indian dance. Students perfect adavus\, musical structures\, and begin an exploration of abhinaya and South Asian poetry. Our curriculum emphasizes performance as a tool to build teamwork\, leadership\, and cultural confidence. \nThis class runs from January 4th through May 16th. All students are invited to perform and prepare for Mandala’s annual Academy Showcase on May 17th at the Vittum Theater. \nThis class is suited for ages 15+. To learn more\, ask at info@mandalaarts.org.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/intermediate-bharatanatyam-ii/
LOCATION:American Rhythm Center\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, 3rd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200104T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190926T215104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200103T020237Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Bharatanatyam I
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Intermediate class builds upon the basics of classical Indian dance. Students perfect adavus\, musical structures\, and begin an exploration of abhinaya and South Asian poetry. Our curriculum emphasizes performance as a tool to build teamwork\, leadership\, and cultural confidence. \nThis class runs from January 4th through May 16th. All students are invited to perform and prepare for Mandala’s annual Academy Showcase on May 17th at the Vittum Theater. \nThis class is suited for ages 11+. To learn more\, ask at info@mandalaarts.org.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/intermediate-bharatanatyam-i/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191111T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191111T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190927T002243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T002243Z
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SUMMARY:Love + Light: The Jubilant Return of Diwali
DESCRIPTION:Join Chicago Sinfonietta for its second Diwali concert\, heightened this year by themes of musical mythology\, familiar traditions and of course\, magical color! Listen as East meets West through Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3 and a reimagined performance of Stravinsky’s Suite From “The Firebird” with accompanying Indian dance. Experience the virtuosic stylings of violinist Dr. Lakshminarayana Subramaniam\, as the Carnatic musical traditions of southern India fuse with Western classical traditions. Love + Light also marks another triumphant return—that of guest conductor Sameer Patel\, former Assistant Conductor of the San Diego Symphony and Project Inclusion Freeman Conducting Fellow alumni. \nMandala Ensemble brings contemporary movement adapted from Bharatanatyam and the traditional ballet\, choreographed by Ashwaty Chennat.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/love-light-the-jubilant-return-of-diwali-2/
LOCATION:Chicago Symphony Center\, 220 S. Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Sinfonietta":MAILTO:boxoffice@chicagosinfonietta.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191109T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191109T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190927T001831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T002806Z
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SUMMARY:Love + Light: The Jubilant Return of Diwali
DESCRIPTION:Join Chicago Sinfonietta for its second Diwali concert\, heightened this year by themes of musical mythology\, familiar traditions and of course\, magical color! Listen as East meets West through Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3 and a reimagined performance of Stravinsky’s Suite From “The Firebird” with accompanying Indian dance. Experience the virtuosic stylings of violinist Dr. Lakshminarayana Subramaniam\, as the Carnatic musical traditions of southern India fuse with Western classical traditions. Love + Light also marks another triumphant return—that of guest conductor Sameer Patel\, former Assistant Conductor of the San Diego Symphony and Project Inclusion Freeman Conducting Fellow alumni. \nMandala Ensemble brings contemporary movement adapted from Bharatanatyam and the traditional ballet\, choreographed by Ashwaty Chennat.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/love-light-the-jubilant-return-of-diwali/
LOCATION:Wentz Concert Hall\, 171 E. Chicago Avenue\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Sinfonietta":MAILTO:boxoffice@chicagosinfonietta.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191103T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190926T225541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190926T225650Z
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SUMMARY:The Story of Ram
DESCRIPTION:Multi-headed creatures\, talking animals\, boastful demons\, and other unforgettable characters spring to life!  \nSet upon a backdrop of intricate and lively shadow puppetry (Wayang Kulit)\, this modern dance theatre reworks the ancient epic Ramayana: a classic tale that spans across cultures. Movement artists from India\, Java\, Bali\, and Khmer cultures tell the story using the entire body. Hand gestures\, complex footwork and facial expressions recreate heroes and demons alike.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/the-story-of-ram-3/
LOCATION:Studebaker Theater\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191010T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190926T230026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T000847Z
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SUMMARY:Firebird Friendraiser
DESCRIPTION:HOSTED BY DR. UMANG PATEL\, PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF MANDALA ARTS\, AND MRS. PARAGI PATEL — A SPECIAL INTIMATE EVENING OF PERFORMANCE AND FELLOWSHIP.\nUnder the direction of Pranita Nayar\, Executive Artistic Director\, Mandala’s Principal Artist Ashwaty Chennat and select ensemble members will present an excerpt from a new work to Igor Stravinsky’s masterwork “The Firebird.” This is a preview of the full piece we will perform at Symphony Center with Chicago Sinfonietta in celebration of Diwali.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/firebird-friendraiser/
LOCATION:Curtiss Hall\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, 10th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190317T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190317T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20190129T230638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190205T010302Z
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SUMMARY:Ratri: Music and Dance of the Night
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URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/ratri-music-and-dance-of-the-night/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center\, 915 E 60th\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts":MAILTO:logancenter@uchicago.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190129T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190129T000000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
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SUMMARY:Abhisara: Converging our
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URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/abhisara-converging-our/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190110T191500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190110T201500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
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SUMMARY:Konnakol
DESCRIPTION:Konnakol (vocal percussion/beat boxing/nattuvangam) is an iconic art form\, known for whirring\, guttural syllables within Indian classical music. \nIn this class\, you will learn the basics of time-keeping (taalam)\, rhythmic structures\, and composition for Indian classical music. Fast paced call and response will call for interaction between students and teachers…and tongue twisters! \nThis class will be taught by Laksha Dantran. Laksha is a Bharatanatyam\, Kuchupdi and Konnakol artist and has trained and taught at the prestigious Kalakshetra Foundation. She is a trans woman who has paved the way for LGBTQ artists in the classical Indian dance and music world with thought-provoking projects and artistic resilience. \nThis session lasts for 11 weeks and ends in a student performance on March 17th! Students will be expected to bring their own cymbals (kinnaram).
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/konnakol/
LOCATION:Mandala Studio\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190110T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20180818T012124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T233909Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:This is a Bharatanatyam class for all levels: blank slate to post graduates. \nMaster Teaching Artist\, Pranita Nayar\, instructs a technique-focused studio class\, refining the movement and quality of dancers. From body positioning to nuanced eye movements\, dancers can strengthen form at their own pace. \nPranita trained with acclaimed dance artist Sonal Mansingh in New Delhi\, and has since delivered Bharatanatyam culture to generations of artists in the Chicagoland area. \nThis is a drop-in class and offers plenty of performance opportunities for dancers!
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/adult-bharatanatyam-2/
LOCATION:American Rhythm Center\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, 3rd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190106T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20181126T232608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T032407Z
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SUMMARY:Pre Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Pre Bharatanatyam brings young artists into the world of creative movement. Through hand gestures\, rhythmic patterns that use the entire body\, and South Asian mythology\, we take a fun plunge into Bharatanatyam. For ages 3-5. \nThis class runs from January 6th through June 16th\, with a recital on June 9th. Register here or contact us at info@mandalaarts.org for more information.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/pre-bharatanatyam-2/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Studio\, 630 W Webster\, 1-E\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190106T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20180818T012126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T233336Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Beginner class introduces young learners to the world of Bharatanatyam. This class explores beat-making\, hand gestures\, and body position to build complex movement (adavus). Students also become familiar with South Asian folk tales and mythology\, and create characters through gestures and physicality. \nThis class runs from January 6th through June 16th\, with a recital on June 9th. Register here or contact us at info@mandalaarts.org for more information.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/beginner-bharartanatyam/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Studio\, 630 W Webster\, 1-E\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190105T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20180810T045125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T233208Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Intermediate class focuses on comprehension of the basics of Bharatanatyam. Students perfect adavus\, musical structures\, and begin an exploration of abhinaya and South Asian poetry. \nThis class is performance-oriented. Mandala emphasizes performance as a tool for teamwork and leadership building; lifelong skills for our students to become cultural ambassadors within their communities. \nIntermediate Bharatanatyam runs through January 5th through June 15th\, with a recital on June 10th. For further inquiry please reach out to us at info@mandalaarts.org.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/intermediate-bharatanatyam-2/
LOCATION:American Rhythm Center\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, 3rd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Ganga1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181212T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20181206T091510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T091510Z
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SUMMARY:Eight Heroines
DESCRIPTION:Nine-time “Master Artist” Pranita Nayar presents her new apprentice…\nOpen up to a mesmerizing tradition of storytelling through miming\, gestures\, and rhythm: Abhinaya. Through eight stories\, representing the multi-faceted “Nayika”\, our heroine explores relationships\, love and heartbreak. \nAfter a year-long apprenticeship in the art of Abhinaya\, Ashwaty Chennat will present a traditional one-woman dance-theatre for community members in the Devon and Chicagoland area. Master Artist Pranita Nayar is proud to present her first adult student and professional artist in a full debut. \nThis program is made possible through Illinois Arts Council’s Ethnic and Folks Arts Master-Apprentice Award. \nLearn More
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/eight-heroines/
LOCATION:The Indo-American Center\, 6328 N California Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60659\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/8Heroines-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181118T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20181023T225417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181026T085358Z
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SUMMARY:The Story of Ram
DESCRIPTION:Multi-headed creatures\, talking animals\, boastful demons\, and other unforgettable characters spring to life! Mandala Arts is proud to present the classic tale of Ram\, the brave soldier\, who must save the beautiful Sita from the clenches of a conniving demon king. Told throughout South and Southeast Asia\, the Ramayana will come to life through shadow puppetry and dance from Bali and India. This performance introduces audiences to South and Southeast Asian culture through creative storytelling.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/the-story-of-ram/
LOCATION:Walter Peyton High School\, 1034 N Wells Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/DSC_2302.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181116T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20181023T225744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T225744Z
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SUMMARY:The Story of Ram
DESCRIPTION:Multi-headed creatures\, talking animals\, boastful demons\, and other unforgettable characters spring to life! Mandala Arts is proud to present the classic tale of Ram\, the brave soldier\, who must save the beautiful Sita from the clenches of a conniving demon king. Told throughout South and Southeast Asia\, the Ramayana will come to life through shadow puppetry and dance from Bali and India. This performance introduces audiences to South and Southeast Asian culture through creative storytelling.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/the-story-of-ram-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Center for the Performing Arts\, 9501 Skokie Boulevard\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181006T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181006T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170530
CREATED:20171101T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T225916Z
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SUMMARY:Masks and Myths
DESCRIPTION:Masks and Myths: Devils and Dancers from Sri Lanka\nDubbed “Devil Dancers\,” Sri Lankan dance artists present their voice\, history and culture\, loud and clear. \nIn 1893\, Chicago had hosted the World’s Columbian Exposition\, and infamous and pivotal moment in American history. Great buildings and parks was built to represent the greatest architecture in Western and Classical civilization; and various communities were brough to fill in the scenes\, as colonial conquests. Amongst these\, were the “people of Ceylon\,” who spent afternoons pouring tea for American sight-seers in Hyde Park\, Chicago. \n125 years later\, Sri Lankan dancers and musicians present their artistry with honesty and agency. Mandala presents Masks and Myths as a historical and liberatory experiences for both performers and Chicago’s communities. Through a three part program: the traditions of Sri Lankan performance\, the effects of colonialsm on artistry\, and the progresion forward\, our artists hope to express the power and bravery necessary to keep art forms living and moving. \n\nThis production will be the culmination of a year-long exchange between Mandala and Sri Lankan artists. Stay tuned for accesible performances and workshops throughout the year\, across Chicago. \nFeaturing: Sudesh Mantillake\, Ashwaty Chennat and Ashley Fargnoli\nDirected by: Pranita (Jain) Nayar\nProduction by: Connor Torres\nLight Design: Geoffrey Bushor \nThis program and Cultural Exchange is funded by the MacArthur Foundation International Connections Fund. \n\nTickets\n\n 
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/masks-myths/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center\, 915 E 60th\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ensemble,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/image3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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