Indian Performing Arts Convention

Next date: Sunday, 19 May 2024 | 01:00 PM to Sunday, 26 May 2024 | 04:30 PM

The Indian Performing Arts Convention (IPAC) returns to Melbourne from 18 – 26 May for a celebration of Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam dance. Audiences can expect breathtaking performances, collaborations and insightful talks by acclaimed musicians and dancers from across India, Singapore, and Australia at Monash University Performing Arts Centres (MPAC).

With its wide ranging events and workshops, the nine-day convention is designed to be enjoyed by all, including audiences who are new to Indian music and dance. IPAC promises to inform, inspire and delight the senses with its world-class musicians and dancers. A few program highlights include:

Three Bright Stars features leading lights of Indian classical arts coming together for the first time in a grand concert highlighting popular and rare compositions in celebration of Carnatic vocal and violin music and the Bharatanatyam dance form.

IPAC Music Showcase presents the world premieres of two musical works developed under the guidance of another giant of Carnatic music, R.K. Shriramkumar. Australia’s aspiring Carnatic vocalists and violinists will reveal their new skills following an intensive four-day workshop series conducted by Dr Sowmya and Lalgudi Vijayalakshmi. 

IPAC Dance Showcase reveals the work of Australia’s blossoming Bharatanatyam community. These young dancers have been inspired by the guidance of legendary dancers, including Rama Vaidyanathan and Bragha Bessell. This is their chance now to express the energy and excitement of a full week of workshops and masterclasses. MPAC is also proud to present a world premiere created and choreographed by emerging Melbourne-based star, Rukshikaa Elankumaran under the guidance and mentorship of the extraordinary dance icon, Priyadarsini Govind. This exciting new work involving sevendancers was developed as part of last year’s IPAC workshops.

Visit our website to find all the ways you can get involved in IPAC this year!

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Monash University Performing Arts Centres, 48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton, 3800, View Map

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