World Premiere: One Sky

A sky filled with thousands of kites, a spirit of colours, and a celebration of togetherness.

One Sky is a breath-taking outdoor dance spectacle where the sky becomes a canvas for the spirit of togetherness and the joy of flight. Inspired by India’s vibrant Kite Festivals, this performance features thousands of kites soaring through the air, each one representing a moment of celebration, happiness, and shared experience.

The dancers, owning the space and interacting with both each other and the audience, bring to life the rooftop platforms where people traditionally gather to fly kites, merging traditional Indian dance with a modern aesthetic. Puppeteering adds a playful layer to the storytelling, creating a dynamic fusion of movement, colour, and energy.

Choreographed by Urja Desai Thakore, with set design by Simon Daw, One Sky is not only a celebration of Pagrav Dance Company’s 20th anniversary but also the largest-scale production in the company’s history. The performance explores the interplay between heritage and contemporary expression, creating a collective experience that connects diverse communities under one sky.

One Sky is Co-commissioned by IF: Milton Keynes International Festival, Sadler’s Wells and Arts Council of England.

Participation Partner: Motus Dance

CAST & CREATIVES

ARTISTIC CREDITS
Concept and Choreography: Urja Desai Thakore
Design: Simon Daw
Music: Alap Desai
Costume: Sandhya Raman
Creative Producer: Lia Prentaki

DANCERS: Astha Desai- Hill, Jaina Modasia, Meera Patel, Mira Salat, Parbati Chaudhury, Shyam Dattani, Subhash Viman Gorania