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Atorium Foundation Presents

Chitrangada

Stree Ki Sarvoch Dhawani

Chitrangada - Atorium Foundation Dance Drama

A Dance Drama by Atorium Foundation

"A powerful meeting of mythology and modernity."

Chitrangada – Stree Ki Sarvoch Dhawani is Atorium Foundation's original dance drama inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's celebrated adaptation of the Mahabharata. Reimagining the timeless story of Chitrangada, the warrior princess of Manipur, the production explores her extraordinary journey of courage, identity, self-discovery, and leadership through a compelling fusion of movement, music, and theatrical storytelling.

Directed by Rahul Ray and choreographed by Nisha Ray, the production presents a rich confluence of Kathak, Mayurbhanj Chhau, and the Uday Shankar dance style. Each dance tradition contributes a distinctive movement language, collectively portraying Chitrangada's emotional, psychological, and spiritual transformation as she evolves from a fearless warrior seeking acceptance to a woman who embraces her authentic self with dignity and strength.

While deeply rooted in the epic Mahabharata, the work resonates with contemporary relevance, reflecting universal themes of gender equality, self-determination, and the right to be valued beyond conventional definitions of beauty and femininity. Chitrangada emerges not merely as a mythological heroine but as a timeless symbol of resilience, empowerment, and the enduring pursuit of identity.

For Atorium Foundation, Chitrangada – Stree Ki Sarvoch Dhawani is more than a dance drama; it is an artistic statement that uses the performing arts to inspire dialogue on women's empowerment, leadership, and social transformation. By reinterpreting Tagore's visionary work through a contemporary lens, the production celebrates the supreme voice of womanhood and invites audiences to reflect on the values of equality, courage, compassion, and human dignity.

A powerful meeting of mythology and modernity, Chitrangada – Stree Ki Sarvoch Dhawani affirms that the quest for identity and freedom remains as relevant today as it was centuries ago.

Credits
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Director
Rahul Ray
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Choreographer
Nisha Ray
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Music
Dibendhu Ghosh
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Lights
Diviyang Srivastava
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Artistson stage
12–14 Persons
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Backstage & Manager
1 Each