Experience Indian dance with a difference by Samudra, one of India’s top contemporary dance companies from the lush tropical state of Kerala. Touring Singapore for the first time, Samudra will perform a dynamic fusion of ancient and modern, inspired by the martial art of Kalaripayattu, classical Bharatanatyam and Yoga. Vibrant dance, live musicians and stunning visuals combine to create a breathtaking experience in the upcoming Soorya Festival.

By adapting the dynamics of Kalaripayyattu and Malkhamb with evocative music and lighting, the two dancers’ scintillating productions are spectacular aural and visual shows.

The lithe dancers seem to glide, float and move seamlessly through the air as they communicate with the audience in a language shorn of dialogues. The evocative lighting adds to the feeling of weightlessness as the dancers create drama on stage through their movements.

Samudra Indian Contemporary Dance Theatre - is creating waves on the international dance circuit. Having performed in 120 countries and countless festivals, the two lead dancers and choreographers are now in the process of expanding their repertoire to wow critics with their language of dance.

The two lead dancers of Samudra talk of using dance as a path, and of finding their body’s wisdom. “Our dance is like a meditation. Our bodies vibrate after a while,” says Madhu. “We dance in unison so much that we don’t even need to look behind at the other to see if we are in rhythm. Our bodies catch the rhythm instinctively.”

Samudra’s “Sound of Silence” was selected for the Best Production Award at the Spoleto Festival, Italy. Dancers from 55 countries had participated in the event. In 2004, Samudra represented India at the Biennale Contemporary Dance Choreographers’ Festival in Venice.