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Malini Nair

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Precious histories of South Asian dance have remained hidden and ignored – until now

A new academic journal is amplifying the writings of scholars and dancers from South Asia and telling stories that do not get the attention they deserve.

Malini Nair
· Apr 30, 2025 · 11:30 am
When a young India was struggling to define modern theatre, it found inspiration in its folk culture

In the 60 years since the National School of Drama staged its first musical, updating a folk play, the theatre form has become a big part of the institution.

Malini Nair
· Apr 17, 2025 · 11:30 am
From flyovers to a former prison, a Kolkata foundation is taking the arts to unusual places

The Pickle Factory, an avant garde hub for movement practices, is introducing audiences to dance in ‘dance curious’ spaces.

Malini Nair
· Mar 25, 2025 · 11:30 am

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