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.
23 Aug 2025
Bærum Kulturhus
The battle between good and evil is one of literature’s oldest and most powerful themes. But it's not always clear-cut—often, it lies in the gray areas of duty, fate, and desire.In this program, we explore characters from Indian mythology—Thadakai, Panjali, Karnan, Ravanan, Sikandi, Kooni, and Surpanakai—each reflecting complex shades of good and evil. Their stories from the Ramayana and Mahabharata remind us that the real battle often lies within.
2024
The solo performance by a woman, which is mostly seen in the Araṅkēṟrams of today, has a long history beginning from the Viṟali of the Caṅkam times. Mātavi is perhaps the best illustrative example we come across in ancient Tamil literature. Kalāsādhanā takes immense pleasure in revisiting the 11-dances of Mātavi.
2020
Bharathiyar’s poems depicted through Bharatanatayam, is making an attempt to revisit the writings of Bharathiyar. His range of writing spans from the lofty to the commonplace, from simple homilies to elevated philosophy. Bharathi has written songs in the pattern of the cart driver’s song and has also sprinkled in a generous amount of social messages. Very unique and original dance production by Kavitha Laxmi on Poet Bharathi.
2015
The concept of womanhood speaks about Andal, Avvai, Karaikkal ammai, Angavai Sangavi, Kanahi, Kannaki, Madhathi and Manimekalai.
Tamil epic Silappatikaram which chose to have a virtuous woman Kannaki as protagonist. Similarly the other major epic, Manimekalai, the story of another female who becomes a Buddhist monk.
2015
