Formal Inauguration Ceremony Held at Sant Gadgeji Maharaj Auditorium
Lucknow : The much-awaited summer workshops organized by the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi, Lucknow, commenced on May 27, 2025, with a formal inauguration ceremony held at the Sant Gadgeji Maharaj Auditorium. The event witnessed the presence of all instructors and participants, marking the official beginning of the cultural and artistic training season.
The ceremony began with the traditional lighting of the lamp by the Akademi’s Director, Dr. Shobhit Kumar Nahar, accompanied by the panel of expert instructors. These included Keval Kumar (Folk Music), Gulshan Bharti (Semi-Classical Vocal), Rahul Awasthi (Classical Vocal), Dr. Pawan Tiwari (Tabla), Dr. Manju Malkani and Neeta Joshi (Kathak Dance), and Shubham Tiwari (Theatre Workshop).
The workshops aim to provide in-depth training in various Indian performing and visual arts. The disciplines covered this year include:
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Classical Vocal Music (Khayal, Tarana)
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Semi-Classical Vocal Music (Thumri, Dadra, Tappa, and Bhajan)
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Tabla (Percussion)
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Kathak Dance
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Folk Songs
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Drama and Theatre Performance
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Script Writing
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Puppetry
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Anchoring and Announcing
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Photography
These summer workshops serve as a platform for budding artists to hone their skills under the guidance of seasoned professionals, while also promoting traditional and contemporary forms of Indian art among the youth. The sessions will continue over the next few weeks at various designated venues in Lucknow.
The Akademi’s initiative continues to play a pivotal role in nurturing artistic talent and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Uttar Pradesh.
