Tala

Step into a world of rhythm, grace, and artistic fusion at this exclusive creative showcase featuring renowned Indian Kathak dancer Shinjini Kumar and dynamic percussionist Rishiraj Kulkarni, live at The Lyric Theatre.

Presented as part of their international residency with the Belfast Mela festival, this powerful evening brings together classical Indian dance, contemporary percussion, and cross-cultural collaboration. In a special performance created during their time in Northern Ireland, Shinjini will also be joined on stage by the talented performers of the South Asian Dance Academy and local Irish dancers led world renowned choreographer and creative director Ciaran Connolly, adding depth and local resonance to this spellbinding work.

Expect intricate footwork, mesmerising rhythms, and a celebration of movement and music that transcends borders and traditions.

This one-night-only event is a vibrant culmination of a cultural exchange that bridges continents, traditions, and communities through the shared language of the arts.

Tickets released soon from The Lyric Theatre box office. Join us to witness an unforgettable evening of creativity and connection at the heart of Belfast.

Tāla is part of the NI-India Creative Showcase, produced by ArtsEkta and supported by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and Prabha Khaitan Foundation in Calcutta, India.