Date/Time
Date(s) - 08/29/2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location
Sierra Madre Playhouse
Category(ies)
Dancing Storytellers invite family participation at “Indian Mythology and Me” at Sierra Madre Playhouse (Photo – dancingstorytellers.com)
What better way to learn about a different culture than to help dance its stories? This is the premise of the family-friendly Indian Mythology and Me show at Sierra Madre Playhouse this Saturday, August 29 at 11:00 am.
By Melanie Hooks
A special interactive performance designed for K-5 audiences, the show brings Indian myths to life through a vivid blend of classical South Asian dance, folk movement, theater, rhythm, and playful audience engagement.
Three stories weave together—Bheema’s meeting with Hanuman, the clever mice who outwit an elephant queen, and the powerful tale of Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura. Dancing storyteller artists Danish Bhandara and Tulsi Shah move through the space, inviting children to step into the story with them, try out movement and gestures, and become part of the world onstage.
The afternoon connects ancient narratives to the everyday lives of young audiences. Rich with humor, heart, and cultural insight, “Indian Mythology and Me” encourages reflection on identity, courage, empathy, and the power of stories to shape who we are. It was created by Sheetal Gandhi, Shyamala Moorty, and Ulka Simone Mohanty.
The $20 tickets are available via the Playhouse Box Office at either (626) 355-4318 or sierramadreplayhouse.org.
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