Sunera Foundation was invited to perform at ‘Sambhav 2008’, a cultural programme in New Delhi on November 9. Sambhav, a dance and music show organized by the Alpana Society, a Delhi-based organization which, like Sunera, promotes the performing arts amongst those living with disability also had participants from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan.
Sunera’s performance showcased aspects of Kandyan and Indo – Sri Lankan dance (typical of the tea plantation region), with a few acrobatic moves thrown in for added variety. Paying attention to detail, the costumes and props were colourful and ornate, true to these dance forms.
Alpana Nayak, organizer of Sambhav 2008 stated “Sunera’s performance during Sambhav 2008 was superb. The music, choreography and costumes were ideally suited to an international audience…”
Sunera’s Chairperson, Sunethra Bandaranaike was invited to address the conference on Sunera’s positive experiences and challenges in working in the performing arts. In the light of the fact that delegates from other countries were invited to do the same, Sambhav proved to be a valuable opportunity for organizations in the region to build networks and share experiences.
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