Day 4 at The Arena

Reflet
Time: 6:15PM Onwards
Duration: 30 mins
On Alternate Stage

Reflet is a hybrid and multidisciplinary performance at the crossroads of contemporary dance, hip hop, roller skating, and visual arts. It invites the audience into a minimalist, sensory world where scenography merges seamlessly with the dancers. 

Floating on his inline skates, freestyle slalom champion Xuan LE guides us through a flow of intense yet meditative energy, exploring questions of origin and the connections we forge through movement. The journey continues with artist Shihya PENG in a poetic duo that confronts the vulnerability and diversity of human experience. As the performers search for balance and inner meaning, the audience is drawn into an emotional and initiatory journey—where the tangible meets the immaterial, and subtle gestures and shared motion evoke both encounters with others and introspective reflection.

Oceans’ Winds
Curated by Bickram Ghosh
Time: 6:45PM Onwards
Duration: 45 mins
On Stage

Oceans’ Winds is a dynamic Indo-Australian jazz ensemble, uniting five exceptional musicians from India and Australia—each a torchbearer of intercultural musical collaboration spanning decades.

With an ethereal blend of Shakuhachi, Saxophone, Clarinet, Trombone, and Bamboo flutes, the ensemble conjures the soulful intricacies of Indian classical music with the free-flowing artistry of Australian jazz. This fusion is further enriched by the rhythmic dialogue between the earthy resonance of the Indian clay pot Ghatam and the vibrant pulse of Western drums. Having captivated global audiences through individual performances celebrated for their brilliance, energy, and aesthetic depth, these virtuosos now unite to harness their collective creativity.

Serendipity Soundscapes Presents Vaarso by Priya Saraiya and Anandadhara by Sourendro and Soumyojit
Curated by Aneesh Pradhan and Shubha Mudgal
Time: 8:00 PM Onwards
Duration: 120 mins
On Stage

Love has been a universal emotion that has driven artistic endeavour across cultures. Whether it is romance, passion or love for the ethereal, they have all moved us since time immemorial. Yet, love seems to recede into the background in the face of political, social and economic realities, which grip the world constantly. It is, therefore, necessary to revisit the myriad shades of love to remind ourselves that this is the mainstay of human civilisation, and that it needs to be cherished forever more. Serendipity Soundscapes curated by Shubha Mudgal and Aneesh Pradhan explores love through its many hues reflected in two major musical cultures present in our country. Placed geographically opposite each other, Gujarat and Bengal demonstrate the universality of love through their respective songs and poetry.

The ticket grants entry to The Arena at Nagalli Hills but does not guarantee a seat, as seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.