08 May 2013

Ankur 2013 - Call for Applications


Committed to nurturing new talents in and new audiences for Indian performing arts, Ranan initiated ‘Ankur’, an annual event for emerging talent in the Indian classical dance, in 2004. Since then we have featured young performers from Calcutta, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Thrissur, Ahmedabad and elsewhere. Many have had their Calcutta debut through 'Ankur'.

‘Ankur 2013’ is scheduled for September this year in Calcutta and will form the second evening of the annual programme of Brindar - Ranan’s Kathak training wing. Applications for solo recitals in any classical dance are invited from prospective participants between the ages of 18 and 30 as on 1 July 2013. Applications will be screened by an expert committee and two selected candidates informed by early August. Established performers will not be considered.

Applications should include:
* A complete CV of the candidate with all contact details
* A VCD or DVD of not less than 20 and not more than 30 minutes duration  
   We are unable to accept video cassettes
* Two letters of recommendation, including one from the Guru / Institution
* Copy of any age proof document

Please mark applications ‘Ankur 2013’ and send to:

RANAN
AA17, Sector 1
Salt Lake
Calcutta 700 064

The last date for receiving applications is 10 July 2013.
For any further information, please contact us at ranan.brindar@gmail.com

Please note:
* Ranan is unable to return any application material
* The decisions of the expert panel are final
* Live music accompaniment is mandatory for the performance

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