Akram Khan on Apr 10, 2025 | UCSB Arts & Lectures
Classical Indian Dance Reimagined
Akram Khan
GIGENIS, the generation of the Earth
| Thu, Apr 10 | 7:30 PM | |
| The Granada Theatre |
| General Public | $48.50 - $108.50 |
| UCSB Student (Current student ID required) |
$20 |
Includes facility fee
Akram Khan, Director and Choreographer
“One of Europe’s most charismatic dance talents.” The Guardian (U.K.)
“I am excited and humbled to be back on stage and direct six extraordinary soloist artists from all generations. GIGENIS is a profound tribute to that reflection, a reconciliation between the past and the present times, a genuine celebration of our collective love for dance – boundless, timeless, as well as deeply rooted.” – Akram Khan
Returning to his roots to curate his first ensemble piece showcasing Indian classical dance, choreographer Akram Khan shares the stage with six renowned dancers and seven live musicians. Evoking our civilization’s collective memories, GIGENIS represents not just a performance but a profound statement – a testament to the enduring resonance of tradition in a rapidly changing world. Arts & Lectures joins the Grand Théâtre de Provence, Paris' Theatre des Champs-Elysées, The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., The Joyce Theater in New York and Sadler’s Wells in London in presenting this exclusive engagement.
| Thu, Apr 10 | 7:30 PM | |
| The Granada Theatre |
| General Public | $48.50 - $108.50 |
| UCSB Student (Current student ID required) |
$20 |
Includes facility fee
Dance Series Sponsors: Margo Cohen-Feinberg, Barbara Stupay, and Sheila Wald
GIGENIS is produced by Productions Sarfati. Presented thanks to the support of Orsolina28 Art Foundation and Muse Art Foundation. In co-production with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore; Sadler’s Wells London; The Joyce Theater with the support of its Executive Director's Fund and Stephen and Cathy Weinroth Fund for New Work.
