ABOUT PRODUCTION – Our production offers a comprehensive and immersive exploration of the Ramayana, one of India’s most revered epics. The presentation begins with an engaging introduction that familiarizes the audience with the historical, cultural, and spiritual context of the Ramayana. As the performance unfolds, it delves deeply into the life, virtues, and teachings of Lord Ram, portraying his journey through expressive choreography, evocative music, and powerful storytelling. Each scene is crafted to highlight the timeless values of righteousness, compassion, courage, and devotion that lie at the heart of the epic.
In addition to showcasing the richness of India’s cultural heritage, this production aims to create a meaningful bridge between cultures. By transforming the Ramayana into a real-time visual and emotional experience, the performance transcends linguistic, regional, and cultural boundaries, allowing global audiences to connect with its universal messages. The production also aspires to promote international dialogue and artistic collaboration, inviting participants and viewers from diverse backgrounds to engage with Indian classical arts in a shared cultural space.
Through this endeavor, we seek not only to honor the legacy of the Ramayana but also to foster cross-cultural understanding, encourage mutual respect, and contribute to a global appreciation of India’s artistic and spiritual traditions.
Director
Dr. Rekha Mehra is the Founder Director of URVASHI DANCE ART MUSIC AND CULTURAL SOCIETY which is empanelled with an ICCR. Urvashi Dance Art Music and Cultural Society is a registered society for promotion of Indian Classical Dance & Music and has been operating for the past 30 years. She has been teaching students for the past 30 years. She has specially trained more than 1000 students from the economically weaker sections absolutely free of cost and helping them to take dance as a full time profession and pursuing their career in this field. She has trained till date more than 4000 students. She has been ever since doing workshops with the Muskaan NGO (Specially for Mental Handicap Children) absolutely pro bono. From the past 4 years DR. Rekha Mehra has been giving free classes to Centre for Research and Investigation in ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis).
Director’s Note
Our production will offer a comprehensive exploration of the Ramayana narrative, starting with an introduction to the epic tale and delving into the significance of portraying the life and teachings of Lord Ram through dance.
In addition to showcasing the rich cultural heritage of India, our production will provide a platform for fostering international dialogue and collaboration. By offering a real-time Ramayana experience that transcends language and cultural barriers, we aim to promote cross-cultural understanding and appreciation on a global scale.
Group
About Group
In URVASHI DANCE MUSIC ART & CULTURAL SOCIETY we believe in the power of dance as a medium for storytelling and cultural preservation. Our mission is to inspire and educate audiences, particularly the present generation, by instilling the moral values exemplified by Lord Ram into their hearts and minds. Through our innovative blend of traditional dance forms and modern technology, we seek to create a transformative experience that resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Urvashi Dance Music Art & Cultural Society is a dedicated organization committed to preserving and promoting India’s intangible cultural heritage while using art as a tool for social welfare in education, healthcare, child welfare, literacy, and family development. For over 30 years, the society has been guided by the visionary leadership of Guru Rekha Mehra, an acclaimed Kathak exponent who has nurtured hundreds of students through the Urvashi Academy. Many of her disciples have gained national and international recognition, carrying forward India’s artistic legacy.
Urvashi actively organizes seminars, festivals, lecture-demonstrations, and workshops, creating meaningful cultural engagement across diverse communities. Its accomplished repertory has performed widely in India and abroad, reflecting the society’s artistic excellence.
As a catalyst for social change for more than 35 years, Urvashi has created awareness on major issues such as HIV/AIDS, global warming, terrorism, road safety, women empowerment, girl-child education, female foeticide, and the challenges faced by specially-abled and underprivileged children. The society also promotes government initiatives like Ladli and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, and conducts personality development, counselling, tailoring, and art workshops for marginalized girls. Through corporate and donor support, Urvashi provides essential materials including sewing machines, educational supplies, and ghunghrus, while also collaborating with NGOs like Muskaan and CRIA for inclusive cultural outreach.