Dance: Kādal Kaḍal: Endless Love

Rukmini Vijaykumar is the Artistic Director of Raadha Kalpa and LshVa, and the founder of The Raadha Kalpa Method for Bharatanatyam. Renowned for her innovative choreography and dynamic performances, she has showcased her artistry worldwide, including at the Jacob's Pillow Festival, LaMama Theater, Korzo Theater, Milapfest, and the Temple of Fine Arts. Her role as ‘the goddess of love’ in Pandit Ravi Shankar’s opera Sukanya, produced by The Royal Opera House in 2017, brought her significant acclaim.

PUI YAN Born in New York into a family with Cantonese opera heritage and a graduate of Wellesley College, Li has trained with renowned Cantonese opera performers. She made her debut as the principal actress in Floral Princess (Youth Edition) in 2007 and has since performed at the Hong Kong Arts Festival, Chinese Opera Festival, Macau Arts Festival, and the Asia Society Hong Kong’s Miller Theatre. Recently, inspired by collaborations with artists like Ming Wong and Mariko Mori, she is exploring the cross-disciplinary potential of Cantonese opera. Li is also dedicated to translating Cantonese opera librettos into English and has served three terms on the Cantonese Opera Advisory Committee in Hong Kong.

Sunaad Anoor, a fifth-generation musician, hails from a family with deep musical roots. Trained by his father, uncle, and cousin, Anoor has excelled in Carnatic music for 15 years as a skilled Khanjira player. His accolades include 1st place in the AIR National Level competition, A Grade status with AIR, and the ITC Sangeetha Research Academy Award. He has won several honours, such as Kalavanta 2015, the T A Harihara Sharma Award, and the Raga Laya Prabha Award. His performances span India, Singapore, and Europe, and he has collaborated with the HR Big Band at the Frankfurt Jazz Festival. Anoor actively contributes to various ensembles, including ‘Layalahari’, ‘LayaLavanya’, and ‘Goddess’.

Dance: Kādal Kaḍal: Endless Love

12th November 2024 : 6:30 - 8:15 p.m.

Modern relationships are complex and often non-linear, encompassing various layers within friendships, marriages, and romantic partnerships. In a society that demands perfection, many struggle under pressure, seeking solace in digital validation and substance use to cope with stress and self-esteem issues. This dance piece explores the intricate dynamics of the human need for acceptance and love, as well as the challenging decisions people make in their pursuit of emotional fulfilment.


Hong Kong Jockey Club Hall, Asia Society Hong Kong Center
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