About The Event
Day 1 - Tabla - Pt. Mukundraj Deo, Pt. Kalinath Mishra
Date - 2nd September 2026
Venue - Godrej Dance Theatre
Time - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Day 2 - Mrindangam - Kalishwaran Pillai, Dakshinamurthy and Team
Date - 3rd September 2026
Venue - Godrej Dance theatre
Time - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Day 3 - Mardala - Kaushik Basu, Ramprasad G., Rohan Dahale
Date - 8th September 2026
Venue - Little Theatre
Time - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Registration fees: Rs. 1,500/- (inclusive of all 3 days)
This immersive masterclass explores the central role of percussion in shaping the vocabulary, structure, and energy of Indian classical dance traditions. Bringing together master percussionists and dancers, the residency examines how rhythm serves as the foundation of movement, improvisation, and storytelling across three distinct dance forms.
Each day is dedicated to the principal percussion instrument of a classical dance tradition, offering participants an in-depth understanding of its technique, repertoire, and unique dialogue with the dancer. Through demonstrations, interactive sessions, and performance-based explorations, the masterclass reveals how rhythmic compositions are conceived, interpreted, and brought to life on stage.
Designed for dancers, musicians, students, and connoisseurs alike, the residency offers a rare opportunity to experience the distinctive rhythmic traditions that underpin Kathak (Tabla), Bharatanatyam (Mrindangam), and Odissi (Mardala), while deepening an appreciation of the artistic dialogue between percussion and dance.
An NCPA Presentation
Supported by HSBC India
