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Subrang Arts showcases vibrant folk dances of Gujarat at UK venues

Celebrating Gujarat's rich cultural heritage through dance and community

Subrang Arts Showcases Gujarat’s Folk Dances Across UK Venues

Recognised by UNESCO as the intangible cultural heritage of humanity

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Gayathri Kallukaran
By Gayathri KallukaranMar 24, 2025
Gayathri Kallukaran
Gayathri Kallukaran is a Junior Journalist with Eastern Eye. She has a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from St. Paul’s College, Bengaluru, and brings over five years of experience in content creation, including two years in digital journalism. She covers stories across culture, lifestyle, travel, health, and technology, with a creative yet fact-driven approach to reporting. Known for her sensitivity towards human interest narratives, Gayathri’s storytelling often aims to inform, inspire, and empower. Her journey began as a layout designer and reporter for her college’s daily newsletter, where she also contributed short films and editorial features. Since then, she has worked with platforms like FWD Media, Pepper Content, and Petrons.com, where several of her interviews and features have gained spotlight recognition. Fluent in English, Malayalam, Tamil, and Hindi, she writes in English and Malayalam, continuing to explore inclusive, people-focused storytelling in the digital space.
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Subrang Arts, a leading South Asian arts organization, has launched a stunning production titled Taaliyo na Taale, which highlights the vibrant folk dances, or garbas, of Gujarat, West India. Recognized by UNESCO as an "intangible cultural heritage of humanity," garbas are living traditions passed down through generations, symbolizing the feminine, divine, and cyclical nature of life.

This colorful production, which recently premiered to a full house at Fairfield Halls, Croydon, celebrates the festive spirit of garbas through various dance styles like Tippani, Supdi, Holi, and manjira. Directed by resident choreographers Harsha Amin and Sarika Shah, Taaliyo na Taale features a cast of 43 local participants, ranging in age, dressed in traditional costumes, and enhanced by visual projections that transport audiences through the cultural landscapes of Gujarat.

Subrang Arts Showcases Gujarat\u2019s Folk Dances Across UK VenuesThe show celebrates the spirit of tradition with the festive fervour of different garba stylesDarshana Vadgama-Envy Studios

Chairperson Lata Desai expressed the pride of Subrang Arts in showcasing a production that not only celebrates the UNESCO recognition but also promotes social cohesion and cultural pride. She described the project as a way to unite people, encourage healthy well-being, and preserve Gujarati heritage.

Following its successful premiere, the production will now tour the UK, with performances at Watersmeet Theatre, Rickmansworth on 27th April 2025, Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar on 5th October 2025, and Harrow Arts Centre, Harrow on 16th November 2025. Subrang Arts is also seeking sponsorships and funding to take the production to other locations nationally.

Subrang Arts Showcases Gujarat\u2019s Folk Dances Across UK VenuesEach adding its unique hue to the rich tapestry of Gujarati cultureDarshana Vadgama-Envy Studios

For further information or sponsorship opportunities, contact Lata Desai at 07495279503 or email info@subrangarts.co.uk. Additional details can be found at www.subrangarts.co.uk.

cultural pridedance stylesfestive spiritgarbas of gujaratgujarati heritagesouth asian artstaaliyo na taaleunesco recognitionsubrang arts

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