Pravaas
About the work
A unique show using dance work around the theme of human movement triggered by climate change.
Pravaas is a promenade performance inspired by the climate migration of people from the Sundarbans across India and Bangladesh.
Themes of loss and hope, community and people, landscapes and shelter, refugees and livelihoods explored through the beauty and poignancy of South Asian dance forms and classical Carnatic vocals. Choreography by Vidya Patel, Artistic Direction by Suba Subramaniam, featuring dance artists Aishani Ghosh, Mithun Gill, Shree Savani and vocal artist Swati Seshadri.
Sundarbans is the world’s largest contiguous mangrove forest supporting approximately 4.37 million people. Due to climate change and rising sea levels, islands and homes are disappearing and the local’s way of life and making a living is under serious threat.
Pravaas is presented by Akademi, has been supported by Without Walls and commissioned by Norfolk & Norwich Festival and Brighton Festival.
