Practices Talks & Workshops

The Sea in Your Hands

by Bhaskar's Arts Academy
17 May • 02:00pm

Discover the art of telling stories of the sea using Odissi hand gestures and movements.

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*Programme tickets will go live on 22nd April 2026 12pm

Sunday (17 May): 2pm - 3pm

Dive into the evocative world of storytelling with a focus on classical Indian dance. In this interactive Odissi workshop, children will discover the magic of mudras—hand gestures that communicate specific emotions, characters, and nautical tales. Participants will master sea-inspired gestures such as the ‘Fish’, ‘Shell’, and ‘Wave’ mudras, using them to creatively retell stories of mysterious sea creatures and vibrant underwater adventures. It is an engaging way for young festival-goers to connect with traditional performance art through the lens of Singapore’s maritime heritage.

Bhaskar's Arts Academy

Bhaskar’s Arts Academy is a Singapore-based Indian classical dance, music and theatre company that has grown with the nation since 1952. Initially helmed by the pioneer dance couple the Bhaskars, the Academy is now led by their daughter and Young Artist Award recipient (1996) Ms Meenakshy Bhaskar. Along with its teaching wing Nrityalaya Aesthetics Society, BAA is steadfast in its mission to touch lives by championing Indian performing arts on stage and beyond.

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