Dewey
Dewey is a series of performances taking place across libraries nationwide, that explores the intersection between classical Indian Dance and the Dewey classification system. Through a series of interactive performances, we transform libraries into vibrant cultural hubs by engaging with diverse audiences such as community groups, the elderly, migrants, and those focused on health and well-being.
Using a blend of contemporary and classical Indian dance, Dewey aims to reconnect communities with their local libraries, spark cultural conversations, and challenge traditional views of performance spaces, all while showcasing the captivating artistry of the company’s diverse art-forms.
Bringing books to life
BSDC, in conversation
with libraries across the country, has been exploring
how its varied repertoire and the Visual Literacy
of Classical Indian dance can transform libraries
into performance spaces on the theme of the Dewey
classification system. A subject close to the heart of
librarians as an interactive and collaborative journey
with strategically developing work with library staff
for public users in general as well as community
groups, the older population, migrant groups, and
health and wellbeing focused.
Through this innovative performance, BSDC re-engages local communities within the library space, generate important cultural and artistic conversations, and push the boundaries of what constitutes ‘normal’ performance spaces for dance. The format of the performance can vary depending on the level of interest and particular setting of library spaces, audience interest as well as integration of new material into the framework of the piece and librarian collaboration.
Performances across the North
East Bridlington Library Performance
Huddersfield Literature Festival
Bobak Champion
Devika Rao
Hitha Sasidharan
Kali Chadrasegaram
Madura Godbole
Bobak Champion
Vishnu Ramprasadh
Balbir Singh
