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New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Classical dance, playlets captivate audience in Vijayawada
VIJAYAWADA: A vibrant blend of classical dance and theatre captivated audiences at the monthly cultural evening hosted by Dhrusya Vedika Samskrutika Seva Samstha at Sri Velidandla Hanumantharaya Grandhalayam Hall in Vijayawada on Sunday. The evening opened with an enchanting Andhra Natyam performance by disciples of renowned dance guru Pilla Umamaheswara Patrudu from the Nataraja Ramakrishna Arts Academy. Dancers, including S Mahesh, P Manasa Teja, T Jyothna, and K Sahithi Lakshmi, performed pieces such as Kumbha Harathi, Alarimpu, Tripura Samhara Sabdam, Tarangam, Varahi Stuthi, Samkshipta Ramayanam, and Dasavatharam. The performances paid tribute to the legacy of Andhra Natyam as shaped by Nataraja Ramakrishna and Kalakrishna. In the second half, Sagar Theatre Arts staged the playlet Kalagnanam, written by Nusumu Nagabhushanam and directed by E Seshu Pavan Kumar. The production was praised for its tight script and powerful performances by IL Kantarao, Evana Bhagyaraj, Pavan Kumar, E Vijaya Sagar, and S Amruta Varshini. While the emotional narrative struck a chord with the audience, some felt that reducing the melodrama could have enhanced its impact. The background score by Ramana added depth and mood to the performance. Chief guest Popuri Nageswara Rao emphasised the crucial role of audience clubs like Dhrusya Vedika in sustaining classical and folk arts and called for similar forums in other cities.
New Indian Express
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Drusya Vedika hosts International Dance Day celebrations
VIJAYAWADA: The Drusya Vedika Samskrutika Seva Samstha hosted grand International Dance Day celebrations on Sunday evening at the Sri Velidandla Hanumantharaya Grandhalayam Hall. The event was compered by Battula Roopaa Sri and organised by Borra Naren and others. Disciples of renowned gurus such as Gonuguntla Sailasri, Padmasree Hemanth, Dr C Ushamadhavi, Dr Ch Ajay Kumar, A Santosh, Yellajosyula Anuradha, H Lekhya Bharani, and C Siri enthralled the audience. Esteemed dance teachers and artistes, including Pilla Umamaheswara Patrudu, Rayana Srinivasa Rao, Chedalavada Anand, G Neelaveni, and Kakarlapudi Sruthi Samanvi, were present. Students from prestigious institutes such as Sudheer Babu, Sri Nritya Kala Nilayam, Bharateeya Bharathi, Sirimuvva Nritya Niketan, and others performed classical and folk dances. Highlights included Kuchipudi pieces like Chandana Charchita, Sri Vigna Rajam Bhaje, and Neela Megha Sareera (Tarangam), as well as Bharatanatyam performances like Kadanakutuhala Thillana and Mayura Alarimpu. Chief Guest Ambati Madhumohan Krishna, Managing Director of Happy Resorts and Recreations, praised the performers'. Senior Kuchipudi master Vedantam Panduranga Sarma and young artiste Gonugunta Satyanandini were honoured. Artistes including Kakarlapudi Shruthi Samanvi, K Sanvisri, and over 50 performers received appreciation.
