OUR WORLD TOURS
We nurture Norway’s next generation, letting their creativity travel far beyond our borders
A R A N G A T R A M 2025
Tolkāppiyam’s Theory of “Meyppāṭu” (Emotional Expression) and the Functioning of the Human Mind. Through this perspective, Tolkāppiyam stands apart from Sanskrit grammatical traditions. By studying how Tolkāppiyam explains the workings of the mind, this presentation seeks to uncover distinct currents of Tamil thought and to understand the conceptual differences between Tamil and Sanskrit intellectual traditions.
17 Aug, Bærum Kulturhus
D A N C E D R A M A 2023
Sūrpaṇakāi, History remembers me as a demoness—ugly, vengeful, a villain. But has anyone ever asked why I acted the way I did?I was a princess of Lanka, sister to mighty Ravana. I was bold, unafraid to express my desires. When I saw Rama, I was enchanted—not just by his beauty, but by his aura. I approached him with honesty. But instead of kindness, I was mocked and humiliated. My nose and ears were cut off.
23 Aug, Bærum Kulturhus
GOOD AND EVIL
One of the most enduring themes in literature across cultures is the battle between good and evil. This struggle is not always black and white; it often lies in the gray areas where characters grapple with fate, duty, desire, and morality. From ancient epics to modern storytelling, this theme resonates deeply with readers of all
ages.
17 Aug, Bærum Kulturhus
PAINTING ALIVE
Through this performance, we aim to not only celebrate the man and his work, but also to invite you to witness the intersection of Indian art and classical dance—where every gesture, every emotion, and every moment becomes a living tribute to the genius of Raja Ravi Varma.
17 Aug, Bærum Kulturhus
All the places of the world are thy living place
All the peoples of the world are thy relatives
Evil and good do not come caused by others
Suffering and relief are also like that
Even death is not anything new
Kalasaadhana
Natampuri’ – Tamil medium dance is an introduction to our Tamil legacy of thought, aesthetic language, and artistry. In our posts, we shall talk about the hand gestures, movements, theories, realities, historical facts, and philosophical views related to Tamil medium dancing.
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Kalasadhana is a
Norway-based dance center, which in its
teaching and performance adheres to ideas, forms, and texts of Tamil
aesthetics.
The center aims at bringing in novelty in theme and
staging, without depriving Tamil dance of its traditional form, spirit, and
philosophical foundation. Focussing on
universal issues of humanity, the center is open to incorporating world
literature in the thematic rejuvenation of traditional dance.
Kalasadhana
upholds independence in the choice of subject matter and envisages to broaden
the scope of Tamil dance by providing aesthetic space to all shades of inner
seeking of the human mind.
Founder - Choreographer
Artistic Director of KalaSaadhana
