Jatraghat is the musical invocation performed at the very beginning of a Seraikela Chhau presentation. It is intended to invoke the deities and seek their blessings before the dance begins, thereby setting an auspicious and sacred atmosphere for the performance. Arati offers a serene portrayal of night, capturing its calm, mysterious, and meditative qualities. Through […] read more
Group: Sri Kedar Art Centre A distinguished Seraikela Chhau artist from Jharkhand, is the son of the legendary Padma Shri Guru Kedar Nath Sahu. Trained under eminent gurus including his father, he has over four decades of experience in teaching and performing Chhau. He has represented India in international festivals in France, USSR, China, South […] read more
This performance draws upon the sacred symbolism of the Hansa, the swan revered in Indian spiritual tradition as a symbol of purity and the ability to discern truth from illusion. Mythically believed to separate milk from water, the Hansa signifies spiritual wisdom and discrimination. The performance also embodies detachment and awakening, portraying the enlightened soul […] read more
A renowned Chhau musician from Seraikela, Jharkhand, Prasad Baskey has over three decades of experience in Chhau music. Trained under legendary gurus including Padma Shri Kedar Nath Sahu and Padma Shri S.N. Singh Deo, he has performed widely across India and abroad, including at the SAARC Cultural Festival in New Delhi and the International Spring […] read more
