About
Sampradaya Dance Creations [SDC] proudly presents the world premiere of Kintsugi, a striking new production inspired by the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold. Conceived by Founder Lata Pada and co-choreographed with Artistic Director Suma Suresh, this Indian classical contemporary work revisits poignant episodes from the Mahabharata that are both timely and timeless — stories that speak to collective perseverance and the enduring power of transformation. For the first time, this work also explores new creative ground through AI-integration, reimagining how we tell stories.
Performed by a cast of six dancers trained in Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and contemporary vocabularies, Kintsugi features an original score blending classical Indian music by the band Trayam, featuring Praveen D Rao, BC Manjunath and Grammy-nominated Varijashree Venugopal, evoking a layered emotional landscape of rupture and repair.
About Sampradaya Dance Creations
Sampradaya Dance Creations (SDC), an award-winning Canadian dance company, is known for its culturally rooted, interdisciplinary work and socially resonant storytelling. Founded in 1990 by internationally acclaimed Bharatanatyam soloist, scholar, and educator Lata Pada C.M., SDC has become a pioneering force in classical South Asian dance in Canada and globally. SDC’s expertise lies in the creation and production of classical and contemporary dance works deeply rooted in the South Asian tradition of Bharatanatyam. Our national tours and vibrant festival performances reflect a deep commitment to sharing Bharatanatyam with diverse audiences across Canada. Beyond our borders, an international footprint—spanning India, the United States, Indonesia, and Ireland—continues to unite cultures through the captivating language of this classical dance form.