Mix & Match: A Cultural Dance Spectacle Celebrating Indian Sarees and Textiles

Mix & Match is an elaborate cultural dance spectacle and multimedia production that intricately narrates the diverse and rich history of Indian sarees and textiles. Serving as a vibrant reflection of India’s cultural mosaic, this production highlights how the saree showcases the distinctive artistic features of its state of origin while drawing from the common, unifying cultural fabric of Bharat.

The production integrates Indian Classical Dance with the visual artistry of textiles and sarees, weaving together traditions, folklore, and regional narratives. It is divided into four segments covering the sarees and textiles of North & Central India, South India, East & North East of India, and West & North West of India.

The production is directed by Jayalakshmi Eshwar, an internationally acclaimed Bharatanatyam exponent, choreographer, teacher, and author. Her dance technique combines Bharatanatyam, Chhau, and the folklore of each region. The performance is presented by the Abhinayaa Dance Group.