Anoushka Shankar will perform live music during screening of a silent era film 'Shiraz', dating back to 1928, as part of an Indo-British unique art show here.
It will be followed by a dance recital by Company Wayne McGregor
The British Council in collaboration with Sangit Kala Mandir will celebrate the rich cultural heritage shared by the two countries in the UK-India Year of Culture 2017, Director, British Council, East India, Debanjan Chakrabarti, told PTI here.
"By showcasing two iconic art presentations - the screening of Shiraz on November 3 with the live performance of a youth icon like Anoushka Shankar and performance of Wayne McGregor on November 10 with cutting edge modern technology - we wish to highlight how rich cultural traditions are liked with contemporariness," he said.
Shiraz has a cast of Himansu Rai (Shiraz), Charu Roy (Prince Khurram/Emperor Shah Jahan), Enakshi Rama Rau (Selima/Empress Mumtaz Mahal), Seeta Devi (Dalia), directed by Victor Peers and a British Instructional Films production.
Wany Mcgregor is a multi-award winning British choreographer and director, internationally known for his innovations in contemporary dance. Company Wayne McGregor, an ensemble of highly skilled dancers, retains his distinctive visual style.
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