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Mixtura Vizha returns to enthrall Chennai

Chennai: A performance by a woman Therukoothu artiste, a brass ensemble by the Sunshine Orchestra or a Tamil play; which is your cup of tea? Whichever it is, there's no way of knowing what you will end up watching this Friday evening; that's Mixtura Vizha for you. The fourth edition of 'Mixtura Vizha Returns: Chennai's Public Arts Festival' will be held from 5pm to 7.30pm on July 18. Nine artistes will perform at Thiru Vi Ka Park, Shenoy Nagar, and the newly built amphitheatre at Kathipara Urban Square. However, there's a twist. The performance schedule is a surprise. "Attendees are encouraged to pick a venue and come with open minds, ready to be moved, delighted, and inspired," said Shreya Nagarajan Singh, founder, SNS Arts Development Consultancy, who is conducting the event in collaboration with KM Music Conservatory, Chennai Metro Rail Limited, Greater Chennai Corporation, and The Glassbox. The entry is free and open to all. Among the events on the schedule is a western classical piano performance by Adam Greig, a Carnatic music performance by Adityanarayan, a brass ensemble from the sunshine orchestra, a Bharatanatyam performance by Charumathi Chandrasekar, a blend of genres from techno to jazz by singer K S Thejal, 'Maakadigaram', a 30-minute Tamil play by Thedal arts theatre, a Tamil medley and dance fusion by Dr J Jayalalithaa music and fine arts university. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Beyond Text Generation: An AI Tool That Helps You Write Better Grammarly Install Now Undo Thilagavathi Palani will perform 'Alli Thilagam', her debut contemporary Kattaikkuthu solo work. Kattaikkuthu is an art form usually performed by men, even the female roles. Thilagavathi Palani is the first woman to present it as a full-time professional. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai "We love Chennai, and we love public spaces. The joy is also in seeing these art forms in places where you never expect them, like a station or a park. Public spaces belong to everybody and everybody should have access to art, especially live arts," said Shreya. She added that even the policemen who were on security duty last year said they had never listened to opera music live and had quite enjoyed the experience.