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Business Standard
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Young Bengaluru Dancers Dazzle in Bharatanatyam Ranga Pravesham on June 8, 2025
SMPL Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 10: The KEA Prabhat Auditorium in Kamalanagar, Bengaluru, came alive on the evening of June 8 as five talented students of Guru Vidushi Dr. Manisha Mittal -- G. Yogitha, Raevanya Sai Bhargavi J, Gamya Guttikonda, Srishti Madhusudan Sahu, and Jahnavi Burla -- presented their Bharatanatyam Ranga Pravesham. The event marked a significant debut celebrating years of devoted training, discipline, and passion. Ranga Pravesham, symbolizing a dancer's formal solo entry onto the stage, was beautifully executed with a complete Margam. The packed auditorium witnessed traditional pieces including Alarippu, Jathiswaram, Shabdam, Varnam, Keerthanam, and Thillana, each performed with poise, precision, and expressive depth -- a true reflection of their rigorous preparation at Cadenza Dance & Music Academy under the mentorship of Dr. Manisha Mittal. Accompaniment and Artistic Excellence A live orchestra enhanced the aesthetic and spiritual depth of the evening's performance: * Vocal: Vid. M. S. Deepak * Nattuvangam: Vid. Dr. Manisha Mittal * Mridangam: Vid. Karthik Vydhatri * Flute: Vid. Rakesh Dath * Rhythm Pad: Vid. Dhanush N Dignitaries in Attendance The ceremony was graced by prominent personalities, including: * Pardeep Kumar, Zonal Director - South Zone, Indian Council of Cultural Relations, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India * Dr. Bickey Bangari, Founder & Chairman, Council for Media & Satellite Broadcasting (CMSB), New Delhi * Shubha Dhananjay, Chairperson, Karnataka Sangeetha Nrithya Academy All dignitaries appreciated the students' commitment to the art form and praised the exceptional standard of their performances. Guru Dr. Manisha Mittal, moved by the occasion, shared: "Watching them perform with such maturity and devotion reaffirms why we teach -- to preserve and share this sacred art form. As a teacher, I've come to realize that witnessing your students perform on stage brings a deeper joy and fulfillment than performing yourself." A Community Celebration The event welcomed over 300 attendees, including families, classical art enthusiasts, and members of the local and cultural community. Guests were treated to refreshments and a celebratory dinner, turning the performance into a vibrant and heartwarming cultural gathering. This Ranga Pravesham was not only a significant personal achievement for the dancers but also a shining moment for the future of Bharatanatyam, highlighting the next generation of passionate performers.
India Gazette
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Young Bengaluru Dancers Dazzle in Bharatanatyam Ranga Pravesham on June 8, 2025
SMPL Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 10: The KEA Prabhat Auditorium in Kamalanagar, Bengaluru, came alive on the evening of June 8 as five talented students of Guru Vidushi Dr. Manisha Mittal -- G. Yogitha, Raevanya Sai Bhargavi J, Gamya Guttikonda, Srishti Madhusudan Sahu, and Jahnavi Burla -- presented their Bharatanatyam Ranga Pravesham. The event marked a significant debut celebrating years of devoted training, discipline, and passion. Ranga Pravesham, symbolizing a dancer's formal solo entry onto the stage, was beautifully executed with a complete Margam. The packed auditorium witnessed traditional pieces including Alarippu, Jathiswaram, Shabdam, Varnam, Keerthanam, and Thillana, each performed with poise, precision, and expressive depth -- a true reflection of their rigorous preparation at Cadenza Dance & Music Academy under the mentorship of Dr. Manisha Mittal. Accompaniment and Artistic Excellence A live orchestra enhanced the aesthetic and spiritual depth of the evening's performance: * Vocal: Vid. M. S. Deepak * Nattuvangam: Vid. Dr. Manisha Mittal * Mridangam: Vid. Karthik Vydhatri * Flute: Vid. Rakesh Dath * Rhythm Pad: Vid. Dhanush N Dignitaries in Attendance The ceremony was graced by prominent personalities, including: * Pardeep Kumar, Zonal Director - South Zone, Indian Council of Cultural Relations, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India * Dr. Bickey Bangari, Founder & Chairman, Council for Media & Satellite Broadcasting (CMSB), New Delhi * Shubha Dhananjay, Chairperson, Karnataka Sangeetha Nrithya Academy All dignitaries appreciated the students' commitment to the art form and praised the exceptional standard of their performances. Guru Dr. Manisha Mittal, moved by the occasion, shared: 'Watching them perform with such maturity and devotion reaffirms why we teach -- to preserve and share this sacred art form. As a teacher, I've come to realize that witnessing your students perform on stage brings a deeper joy and fulfillment than performing yourself.' A Community Celebration The event welcomed over 300 attendees, including families, classical art enthusiasts, and members of the local and cultural community. Guests were treated to refreshments and a celebratory dinner, turning the performance into a vibrant and heartwarming cultural gathering. This Ranga Pravesham was not only a significant personal achievement for the dancers but also a shining moment for the future of Bharatanatyam, highlighting the next generation of passionate performers. Vid. Dr. Manisha Mittal Director & Founder, CADENZA Cultural Arts Education & Research Foundation Joint Secretary, CMSB Women's Wing, Karnataka * +91 97401 76177 * cadenzafoundation@ (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by SMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
South Wales Guardian
20-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Ammanford secure first Premier 1 victory of the season
The match took place in Premier 1 on Saturday at Usk, where Ammanford batted first and set a formidable target. They enjoyed a strong opening partnership of one hundred thirty-eight runs between Tom Bevan and Owen Gruffudd. Gruffudd contributed forty-two runs, while Bevan continued to dominate, reaching a century with a score of one hundred nine. New signings Matthew Spoors and Jac Kenchington added valuable runs, finishing with thirty-eight and thirty-five respectively. Ammanford posted a total of three hundred fourteen for eight in their fifty overs. Usk struggled in their chase, losing early wickets to Owen Davies. (Image: Stuart Ladd) (Image: Stuart Ladd) Despite a brief resistance from Hugo Caldicott, who scored fifty-four, and Harawal Hassam with forty-eight, Usk fell short, all out for two hundred eighteen in forty-three overs. Kenchington excelled with the ball, taking four wickets for forty runs, while Davies and Dylan Driscoll each claimed two. With this win, Ammanford climbs into the top half of the league and will face defending champions St Fagans at home next Saturday. Ammanford Cricket Club 2nd v Margam Ammanford's second XI suffered a narrow 29-run defeat against Margam in a closely contested match. The game took place in the league on Saturday at Margam, where the home side set a challenging target. A formidable partnership of one hundred thirty-four runs between Primydaya, who remained not out on sixty-seven, and Fernando, who scored ninety-six, propelled Margam to a total of two hundred forty-one for six. Despite an early loss of opener Alun Evans, Ammanford fought back with a strong second-wicket partnership of one hundred forty runs from John Jones, who made seventy, and Benji Thomas, who contributed sixty-four. However, a mid-order score of thirty-five from Gavin Thomas fell short, leaving the away side at two hundred twelve for nine. Ammanford third XI Ammanford thirds faced a heavy defeat, falling short by 108 runs against Swansea Civil Service. The match took place in the league at Ashleigh Road on a Saturday afternoon. The home side posted two hundred sixteen for seven, with Damian de Silva leading the charge, scoring sixty runs. Sion Evans and Ronnie Bullions each took two wickets for the visitors. Despite contributions of twenty-four runs from Josh Davies and Bullions, Ammanford were all out for one hundred eight in thirty-two overs. De Silva capped his impressive performance with figures of three for ten.
