The WOMAN next door

“The WOMAN Next Door” is a spellbinding Bharatanatyam production by Tejas Dance that delves into the extraordinary tales of legendary women who have been revered as goddesses, role models, and warriors. The performance challenges the conventional notion of these iconic figures being confined to temples, history books, and epics, questioning the need to place them on an untouchable pedestal. Instead, it invites the audience to explore the idea of encountering the essence of Shakti, Kannaki, Amba, or Draupadi among ordinary women in everyday life, recognizing the latent superpower inherent in every woman, waiting to be unleashed.

Throughout the 90-minute thematic production, the audience is transported through the lives and stories of historic and legendary women such as the fearless Jhansi Rani, the unwavering Kannagi, the compassionate Kaushalya, the resilient Shikhandi, the embodiment of strength in Shakti, the love-struck Radha and many others. Each character is portrayed with the grace, poise, and emotive storytelling unique to Bharatanatyam, weaving together a tapestry of emotions, struggles, triumphs, and resilience.

The performance aims to empower and inspire, challenging societal norms that attempt to limit the potential and capabilities of women. It echoes the sentiment expressed by the quote, “The question isn’t who is going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me,” highlighting the unstoppable spirit and determination inherent in these remarkable women and in every woman today. This masterpiece of a production celebrates the indomitable spirit of womanhood, urging the audience to recognize and embrace the strength, resilience, and power that reside within every woman, making them nothing short of divine.