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Dear friends,

We're delighted to bring you The Wise Ones, a new production by Balbir Singh Dance Company celebrating older people's powerful gifts and exploring the forces that have shaped them.

The Wise Ones are played by two septuagenarians, dance giants Bisakha Sarker and Guru Pratap Pawar, and veteran breakdancer Villmore James, alongside younger performers who will pair with them to play their younger selves. 

As part of the celebratory atmosphere, audiences will be able to enjoy a pre-show festive drink and delicious post-show curry with their tickets. Like all work presented at Kala Sangam, these performances will be Pay What You Decide, which means you don’t have to pay until after you have seen the event.

We would be delighted if you could join us for the performances of The Wise Ones, at Kala Sangam 10 and 11 December 2021 at 7.30 pm. Tickets are selling fast.
 
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Our 2021 rural tour of Love and Spice is over. Over 800 people saw the show in capacity audiences at 17 venues, which was pleasing in these Covid times. The opportunity to perform in some of our region's best village halls is something we have embraced and for which we owe a great debt of gratitude.

The rural touring circuit is one example of how the UK's creative scene does not only reside in cities. The evenings are great social occasions, and our shows are designed to demonstrate that Indian dance can be for everyone. We extend our thanks to the hospitable promoters, to our artists Abi, Joe, Jyoti, Kali, Kim and Tilly and especially to the incredible audience members we met along the way. 

Love and Spice is a multi-sensory experience of vibrant dance, live music and food. The story connected with the audience, many of whom were older. A long marriage brings with it challenges and, like a game of chess, strategic stalemates. So did our couple rekindle their spark through the love of the old stories? Spoiler: our message is that your sense of taste and smell - and your sense of humour - can return. 

We are working on a new show for rural audiences about all things Chai. Watch this space. 
 
  The Penultimate Performance of Love and  Spice at Settle Victoria Hall  
 
  Feedback on Love and  Spice   


‘Just wanted to express massive thanks for last night’s performance of Love and Spice at Settle Victoria Hall. Truly mesmerising. What an incredible blend of Classical Indian and contemporary dance. Storytelling at its most innovative. Also, a fantastic soundscape provided by just one musician who magically replicates a score of Indian music with all the nuances of modern guitar treatments. Never heard a looper and effects pedals used in such a way.
Brilliant. So grateful for live performances once again and a privilege to have this play at such a wonderful local venue.’
Brian

‘This was amazing. Definitely would recommend going to see. These dancers came together to fill the venue with happiness. Absolutely brilliant!’
Clare

'Thank you for a wonderful evening of music, dance, storytelling and food at the Assembly Rooms in Barton upon Humber this evening. I was totally mesmerised. I learned so much about Indian culture and cooking too...an unforgettable evening.'
Petra

'Just got home from a delightful evening at Hellifield Village Hall. We so enjoyed the Love and Spice evening. Heart-warming and joyful, from stunningly elegant, and mesmerizingly accomplished performers.’
Gilly

'Absolutely amazing evening tonight watching #loveandspice by @balbirdance - truly a feast for all the senses.  Unforgettable performance.'
Clara
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