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Ānartam

Join us for the 10th anniversary of Ānartam, a festival that celebrates the diversity and vibrancy of South Asian classical dance.

Saturday 16th November 2024 | Curve Theatre, Leicester

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NPO 2023-2026!

Nupur Arts have successfully been selected to join Arts Council England's National Portfolio Organisation for 2023-2026.

Peter Knott, Area Director for Arts Council England said: "We're delighted to be welcoming Nupur Arts to the portfolio as they engage with artists, practitioners, arts organisations and people of all ages, abilities and background. We look forward to seeing them continue their outreach workshops and performances, which allow more people to enjoy South Asian dance in Leicestershire and beyond.

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RECIPIENT OF THE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Artistic Director, Smita Vadnerkar is this year's recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from One Dance UK. Recognising her 30+ years of hard work, dedication and contribution to South Asian arts in the UK.

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MARVEL STUDIO’S ETERNALS

Nupur Arts dancers feature as Bollywood dancers in the Marvel Studio's ETERNALS! Alongside 50 South Asian dancers, working closely with lead actor Kumail Nanjiani who played the role of Kingo in the Eternals. A defying moment for South Asians across the world.

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Nupur Arts is a dynamic arts organisation based in the heart of Leicester since 1990. Nupur Arts engages with artists, practitioners, arts organisations and people of all ages, abilities and background, to develop, promote and support South Asian dance in Leicestershire & beyond.

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Ānartam

Celebrating 10 years of Nartan Festival

Join us for the 10th anniversary of Ānartam, a festival that celebrates the diversity and vibrancy of South Asian classical dance. This unique evening showcases exceptional live performances in the heart of Leicester. From Bharatanatyam to Kathak, Odissi to Kandyan dance, artists from across the UK will explore the theme of Love and Devotion.

Date: Saturday 16th November 2024
Location: Curve Theatre, Leicester

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