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Join us for a fun, immersive day for all the family.  

Led by zerOclassikal a south Asian classical music platform and AKDC STUDIO – a south Asian dance company – families are invited to a day of music, dance and performance.  This activity is part of High Tide Festival.

Let’s Get Creative: South Asian Classical Dance Workshop 

10.30am – 11.15am & 11.30am – 12.15pm   

Put on Ghunghroo’s  (bell anklets), move to the mesmerising rhythms of the ‘tabla’ and the enchanting strings of the sitar, and step into character as the story unfolds through Kathak dance. 

Join this joyful, hands-on introduction to the vibrant world of South Asian classical music and dance for children and families. Open to all ages.

Explore movement, storytelling and live music through interactive workshops led by experienced artists. Children will have the chance to try traditional instruments, learn simple dance movements and discover the rich cultural traditions behind the performances in a fun and welcoming environment. 

Performance  

12.30pm  | AKDC STUDIO – People who Lived in the Skies (25 min) 

A fun and imaginative story about our planet and how we take care of it. Told through exciting storytelling and the lively movements of Kathak dance and south Asian classical music, this show invites children and families on a magical adventure. 

‘Get ready for wild weather, “squishy rotten vegetables”, rumbling thunder, and a very special tree… that might – or might not – bloom.’ 

ZerOclassikal presents Afternoon Ragas 

2-2.30 & 3-3.30 

Enjoy an afternoon of the best of south Asian classical music – with afternoon ragas performed by one of the finest musicians in UK.