Abhijat
Nritya Natya Sangeet Academy
Abhijat, a renowned academy of Nashik is dedicated to the pursuance, practice and propagation of performing arts including Dance, Vocal & Instrumental and also Drama. The academy is committed to the development and growth of the finer and more sensitive instincts, aesthetics and artistic taste.
It prospers and progresses with the blessings of Gurus of such colossal entities in the world of Art as Pandita Rohini Bhate, Pandit Suresh Talwalkar, Pandit Birju Maharaj and Prof. Kamalakar Sontakke.
Abhijat Academy, founded by Vidya & Sunil Deshpande, has dedicated to imparting performance oriented training, organizing workshops, seminars and stage shows at various levels as also participating and winning in various state and national level competitions and scholarships. Abhijat has also tried to reach out to the youth through shows and workshops in places as far and remote as Assam and the North East. All in all it has totally committed itself to infusing a spirit of art and culture among the present generation – the torch bearer of tomorrow.
Artists: Vrushali, Preshita, Priyanka, Nivedita, Nilima, Girija, Shubhangi, Harshada, Shayonti, Bhakti, Krutika
Abhijat
Nritya Natya Sangeet Academy
Abhijat, a renowned academy of Nashik is dedicated to the pursuance, practice and propagation of performing arts including Dance, Vocal & Instrumental and also Drama. The academy is committed to the development and growth of the finer and more sensitive instincts, aesthetics and artistic taste.
It prospers and progresses with the blessings of Gurus of such colossal entities in the world of Art as Pandita Rohini Bhate, Pandit Suresh Talwalkar, Pandit Birju Maharaj and Prof. Kamalakar Sontakke.
Abhijat Academy, founded by Vidya & Sunil Deshpande, has dedicated to imparting performance oriented training, organizing workshops, seminars and stage shows at various levels as also participating and winning in various state and national level competitions and scholarships. Abhijat has also tried to reach out to the youth through shows and workshops in places as far and remote as Assam and the North East. All in all it has totally committed itself to infusing a spirit of art and culture among the present generation – the torch bearer of tomorrow.
Artists: Vrushali, Preshita, Priyanka, Nivedita, Nilima, Girija, Shubhangi, Harshada, Shayonti, Bhakti, Krutika
Assem: Duration - 25 min
Aseem, the flight which knows no bounds, based on the thought provoking “Jonathan Livingston Seagull”, a novel by Richard Bach, depicting the journey towards self knowledge, self discovery in the quest of perfection.
Tridhara: Duration - 120 min
Choreograph on compositions of musical master late Pt. Kumar Gandharva aptly named Tridhara, this two hour tributary of music and dance originates in the deep resonating tradition of Indian classical that gently & mellifluously courses through the rich heritage of Indian folk culture to devotional music also recounting the life philosophy of Pt. kumar Gandharva.
Satarang Duration-25 min
Satarang – Vibrant & lucid like the seven colours of the rainbow this composition comprises of seven dances to seven beats presenting the richly texured and brilliant coloured tapestry of this classical discipline of dance called Kathak.Shiv Vandana, Roopak Taal, Sargam, Nayika, Thumri,Tarana & Bhajan.
Nadmaya: Duration - 20 min
Naadmaya, a marvel in sound reveals the many splendored variety of foot work in Kathak harmonising with percussion & the intricacies of Laya, Baat, Chanda, Chalan etc.
Assem: Duration - 25 min
Aseem, the flight which knows no bounds, based on the thought provoking “Jonathan Livingston Seagull”, a novel by Richard Bach, depicting the journey towards self knowledge, self discovery in the quest of perfection.
Tridhara: Duration - 120 min
Choreograph on compositions of musical master late Pt. Kumar Gandharva aptly named Tridhara, this two hour tributary of music and dance originates in the deep resonating tradition of Indian classical that gently & mellifluously courses through the rich heritage of Indian folk culture to devotional music also recounting the life philosophy of Pt. kumar Gandharva.
Satarang Duration-25 min
Satarang – Vibrant & lucid like the seven colours of the rainbow this composition comprises of seven dances to seven beats presenting the richly texured and brilliant coloured tapestry of this classical discipline of dance called Kathak.Shiv Vandana, Roopak Taal, Sargam, Nayika, Thumri,Tarana & Bhajan.
Nadmaya: Duration - 20 min
Naadmaya, a marvel in sound reveals the many splendored variety of foot work in Kathak harmonising with percussion & the intricacies of Laya, Baat, Chanda, Chalan etc.
Shyamrang : Duration-90 min
Shyamrang, a sojourn in dance through the life of Lord Krishna since incarnation offering fascinating glimpses of wondrous events of which Krishna was the central figure such as Kaliya Daman, Draupadi cheerharan, Mackhanchori, Bansuri, Hori, Kirtan and the like.
Rhy-dhun : Duration- 22 min
Rhydhun, a musical wonder and breathtaking fusion of the classical & contemporary, the attire is like a breath of fresh air complimenting the creation by holding the flair in the tradition of the elaborate costumes of the Spanish Flamingo Dancers
Jeevan : Duration-20 min
Jeevan-water, the sole life giving source of all creation presented in all its aspects – it nourishes, it enchants, it reflects, it awes and it can destroy as well. A Ballet which beautifully sketches all these wide ranging identities of water the tender touch of an immaculate rain drop, the still water in the puddles – that seem to mirror the world around, rippling water of a stream to the cascading awe – inspiring Nigara fall.
Many other choreographs, traditional as well as contemporary in groups, solo, duets pertaining to technique & abhinaya in kathak repertoire. The group has performed extensively in Nashik and at different festivals by
- Kalashram – Delhi
- Nehru Hill University – Shillong
- Delhi Public School – Assam
- International Dance Day Celebration – Bangalore
- Monsoon Festival – Silvasa
- Poornavad Yuva Forum – Parner
- Nritya Bharati – Pune
- Ganesh Jayanti – Mahabaleshwar
Shyamrang : Duration-90 min
Shyamrang, a sojourn in dance through the life of Lord Krishna since incarnation offering fascinating glimpses of wondrous events of which Krishna was the central figure such as Kaliya Daman, Draupadi cheerharan, Mackhanchori, Bansuri, Hori, Kirtan and the like.
Rhy-dhun : Duration- 22 min
Rhydhun, a musical wonder and breathtaking fusion of the classical & contemporary, the attire is like a breath of fresh air complimenting the creation by holding the flair in the tradition of the elaborate costumes of the Spanish Flamingo Dancers
Jeevan : Duration-20 min
Jeevan-water, the sole life giving source of all creation presented in all its aspects – it nourishes, it enchants, it reflects, it awes and it can destroy as well. A Ballet which beautifully sketches all these wide ranging identities of water the tender touch of an immaculate rain drop, the still water in the puddles – that seem to mirror the world around, rippling water of a stream to the cascading awe – inspiring Nigara fall.
Many other choreographs, traditional as well as contemporary in groups, solo, duets pertaining to technique & abhinaya in kathak repertoire. The group has performed extensively in Nashik and at different festivals by
- Kalashram – Delhi
- Nehru Hill University – Shillong
- Delhi Public School – Assam
- International Dance Day Celebration – Bangalore
- Monsoon Festival – Silvasa
- Poornavad Yuva Forum – Parner
- Nritya Bharati – Pune
- Ganesh Jayanti – Mahabaleshwar