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[7 Oct 2009 | No Comment | 1,663 views]

08 Oct
Sattriya Dance
An experimental solo dance and speech production examining the historical and contemporary identity of Sattriya dance against the background of political insurgency, nationalisms and religion in Assam. Using maps, textiles, images and music, critically acclaimed dancer-choreographer Menaka PP Bora will perform the story of Sattriya dance and Assamese culture.
Sattriya dance is a 15th century devotional dance evolved by Sri Sankardev in Assam. India born Menaka PP Bora is an award winning international independent artiste and Lecturer in Dance at Kingston University, London.
Time: 6.45 pm
Asia House, 63 New Cavendish Street, London

31 Oct
Bhava-Raga-Tala
Kalakunj, Reading …

Music performances »

[7 Oct 2009 | No Comment | 332 views]

04/07 October
Remembering Nusrat – A Tribute
Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan & Group come together with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra to pay tribute to one of the greatest singers of the 20th century -Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.
For the first time ever this unique performance brings together one of the worlds leading Sufi singers with a 75-piece symphonic orchestra creating a musical landscape in which incredible vocals are set against a powerful, hypnotic orchestral backdrop.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was considered as one of the greatest Qawwals in the world. Khan had made a …

Clubs »

[26 Sep 2009 | No Comment | 1,863 views]

Fridays
TB Nights
Tiffinbites plays host to some of the best up-and-coming British Asian music acts in the city, with an established headline act taking the stage once a month. Line-ups are set to include a host of underground British Asian DJs, MCs, singers and other musical acts playing and performing the funkiest r’n’b, UK Bhangra, Bollywood and urban beats. Each night is rounded off with exclusive set from resident celebrity DJ Krash from Rishi Rich Productions.
Audiences will be able to enjoy the regular performances in the relaxed and …