Shantala Shivalingappa

“Delicate… with bursting energy … a flowing, graceful, joyous dance.”
Liberation, Paris

Shantala Shivalingappa makes her UW World Series debut and introduces Seattle audiences to “kuchipudi,” a classical dance form of South India. A style whose roots go back 2,000 years, kuchipudi combines intricate rhythmic footwork with highly expressive physical and facial gestures. The result is a blend of abstract dance and exquisite story-telling through movement. Shivalingappa ignites the stage with her mastery of this ancient art form.

Running Time: 1 hour 25 minutes, no intermission