mahAmAyA

“Mahamaya” is a mystical Bharatanatyam production conceptualized and brought to life by Bhuvana Venkatraman. Performed as a duet by both Bhuvana and Chintan this production delves into the essence of the Divine Mother, Amma, embodying the concept of Ananda Dayini, the bestower of bliss. She represents the primordial sound, AUM, encapsulating the amalgamation of creative, preservative, and dissolving vibrations within nature. This production aims to personify the compassionate and unparalleled beauty of the Divine Mother, imparting the eternal boon of bliss, ānanda.

In this magical presentation, the feminine energy is depicted as the guiding force orchestrating the divine functions of Srushti (manifestation), Sthithi (sustenance), and Laya (absorption) within nature’s intricate tapestry. Through the eloquence of Bharatanatyam, the performance unfolds as a poetic narrative, portraying the nurturing, preserving, and transformative energies of the feminine divine.

Set against the backdrop of an outdoor environment surrounded by the five elements of nature—earth, water, fire, air, and ether—the dance takes on a tangible and deeply relatable quality. The use of this natural setting serves to enhance the performance’s immersive experience, allowing the audience to feel connected to the elemental forces that resonate with the divine feminine energy.

The choreography and movements in “Mahamaya” echo the rhythmic patterns and elemental harmonies of nature. Each step, gesture, and expression become an invocation, evoking the essence of the elements and the boundless grace of the Divine Mother. The outdoor setting itself becomes an integral part of the storytelling, seamlessly merging the dancers’ artistry with the beauty and majesty of the natural world.

As the performance unfolds, the audience is invited on a transformative journey, connecting with the profound energies that underpin creation and existence. Through the divine artistry of Bharatanatyam, “Mahamaya” becomes a celebration of the divine feminine, offering a glimpse into the transcendent beauty, compassion, and omnipresent bliss embodied by the Divine Mother—Ananda Dayini.