Gudi Sambaraalu to tap heritage source

Under the patronage and guidance of eminent citizens of Hyderabad on board, Parampara is working towards reviving art forms in temples to connect with our rich cultural heritage.

The presentation of classical art forms would be in temples selected for their accessibility, aesthetic appeal and suitable space.

The mission of Gudi Sambaraalu is to revive traditional performing arts on the temple premises; to create a forum that will give easy access to art forms for the common man;

to disseminate knowledge of the significance of cultural symbolism and practices; to conduct many more temple festivals across the State; to provide for grants, scholarships, fellowships and other forms of financial assistance to the needy and deserving pursuing any performing art as a career to harness their skills;

to provide a forum that will give free access to the general public, particularly the poor people to watch the performing arts by organising cultural events and foster awareness about the Indian culture encompassing classical dance and other performing arts and to create awareness and sensitise the younger generation to their cultural roots through various art forms.

It also envisions bringing awareness and inspiring society to nurture our cultural and natural heritage, from an individual and societal level with an understanding of divinity of all creation year after year.

This festival provides an opportunity to sit under ancient trees in sacred spaces and savour the performances of dedicated and reputed artists from all over the country.

It creates awareness among people bringing appreciation and knowledge of the rich heritage and culture which is our proud legacy.

“Our glorious dance and music can be preserved and promoted only when it is accessible, enjoyed and appreciated by people from all stratum of society,”

say Shashi Reddy and Dr Srinagi B Rao, who look forward to audience support and encouragement to share the performances of different genres of dance, music and folk art with people coming from diverse cultural and economic background, opening avenues for the future generation to witness and understand the richness of their ancestry.