At the Conscious Living Expo '05
03 November 2005
An Indian theme at the Conscious
Living Expo 2005 - The Temple of Fine Arts & Laavanya Arts
presented a variety of dance performances - in both
Classical,
Folk & Bollywood styles, a mixture of demonstrations ranging from Sari tying to henna tattoos and a dazzling display of authentic Indian handicrafts. The Temple of Fine Arts had also been given the honour of conducting a real Indian style wedding.


Folk & Bollywood styles, a mixture of demonstrations ranging from Sari tying to henna tattoos and a dazzling display of authentic Indian handicrafts. The Temple of Fine Arts had also been given the honour of conducting a real Indian style wedding.


Patron, Guiding Light & Guru Attained Mahasamadhi
27 July 2005
His Holiness Swami Shantanand
Saraswathi attained Mahasamadhi (left his mortal form) on the 27th
July 2005 in Coimbatore, India. Thousands of devotees around the
world gathered in Coimbatore for the customery rituals and
ceremony. In a serene and full ceremonious manner our beloved light
and joy, Swamiji was laid to rest, in the Shivanjali Centre located
in Vadavalli, Coimbatore. Dancers, artists, and devotees came
together and rejoiced in dance, music & poetic love offerings.
His inner light becoming one with the universal energy is one of
the most auspious moments of a soul's journey. Swamiji as we
lovingly call him was singulary instrumental in establishing the
lifeforce that lies within the Temple of Fine Arts.... His
inspiration in careful nurturing thousands young and old to serve,
love & give without expectation was one of the most valuable
teachings instilled. His presence will always be with us.
Devadasi, a timeless journey...
28 May 2005
Devadasi, the ancient story of a young
girl who grew with rich traditions in a place magical in spirit.
Based on the ancient & traditional scriptures of South India,
the story was the journey of a young girl's life living in the
temple - dedicating herself to that supreme energy. A journey told
through the eyes of a Devadasi, a stage production by The Temple of
Fine Arts presented in the South Indian Classical dance form,
Bharatha Natyam was held at the St Marry's Auditorium.
Ballet Under the Stars
10 March 2005
The Temple of Fine Arts had been given
the honour of opening 'Ballet Under the Stars', a co-operative
performance organised and presented by the WA Ballet. The Temple of
Fine Arts performed the Batu Nritta, an expression of vibrant pure
dance movement intertwined with complex patterns and woven in a
thread of evocative melodies. The piece spoke of ancient sculptured
poses - Karanas - found in Temples of Eastern India, that had
miraculously come to life. Performed in the Eastern Indian
Classical style of dance, Odissi and held at the Forrest Place
outdoor city central public arena.