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‘Naachiyar Next: The Story of Mystic Poet Andal’

Dance

Theatre

ENGLISH

TAMIL

Venue

The Studio Theatre

Date

March 28, 2025

Showtime

  • 20:00

Duration

1 h 10 mins

Venue Highlights
  • Wheelchair accessible venue

  • Suitable for ages 7+

Join Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee Dr. Anita Ratnam as she brings the visionary maiden’s fearless devotion to life through movement, theatre, and sacred chant in this theatrical dance ensemble.

A poet, a rebel, a mystic – Andal, also known as Goda, remains one of the most compelling figures in Tamil history. Despite the centuries that have passed, her intense devotion to Krishna and her defiance of societal norms continue to challenge and inspire contemporary thought. In ‘Naachiyar Next’, Dr. Anita Ratnam offer a bold reinterpretation of this enigmatic woman, blending classical tradition with modern expression. 

This performance weaves together dance, theatrical staging, ritual chanting, and contemporary movement to bring Andal’s story to life in a visually striking and emotionally profound way. Through the interplay of text, gesture, and improvisation, it reimagines Andal’s journey – one of divine love, longing, and transcendence. 

Dr. Ratnam, a pioneering force in Indian performing arts, creates this production using her signature movement language, Neo Bharatam – a contemporary kinetic fusion shaped by Bharatanatyam, Mohiniattam, and Kathakali. With a career spanning over five decades and performances across 36 countries, she continues to push the boundaries of Indian dance and theatre. 

Beyond the stage, Dr. Ratnam is a storyteller, scholar, and cultural entrepreneur. She has played a pivotal role in preserving and reinventing Indian performance traditions – from restoring ancient temple rituals to founding Narthaki.com, the foremost digital archive of Indian dance. Her contributions have been globally recognised, earning honours such as the Vishwa Kala Ratna award for Contemporary Dance. 

With ‘Naachiyar Next’, Dr. Ratnam and her ensemble invite audiences to rediscover Andal – not just as a saint or poet, but as a revolutionary voice whose defiant love story continues to resonate.  

Language

English and Tamil

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