Learning core values of life through Bodhichitta

It represented a refined style of classical dance emphasising the verticality of the body.

Visually appealing pieces of art created a sense of connect with the most intense moments, one of them being, Buddha’s life of total seclusion after he left his kingdom to determine a way to relieve from universal suffering.

 The central character of Buddha played by Rajiv Bhattacharya, production controller of the play was ecstatic. It was a treat to watch him perform different mudras with the chronicle of Bodhichitta. An open theatre of Meghdoot with its simplistic natural beauty mixed stupendously with the serene lightings. The succession of individual tones with an epic monologue of Sanskrit shlokas brought together all the hues of a single colour. 

Asked about what was the basic idea behind this theme, Bhattacharya said, “this was essentially a reminder to the young generation about the beauty of Indian Culture. It was to make them understand that if one ever drifts from the real essence of life can always look upon our culture”.

 He thanked Sudha Gupta, director of the dance drama, for letting him be a part of it and praised her for all the efforts she laid down for the play. The sole purpose of the theatrical work was to create oneness with the elegant dance mudras and being an exponent of Odissi.

 Her script and choreography blended gracefully with the thesian art. After being honoured for her first performance in the Capital, she said: “this was not rehearsed, it was the one and final performance and I am really proud and thankful to all my students for successfully depicting the teachings of Buddha in a dance drama.”

Bodhichitta is born from great compassion which itself depends upon cherishing love. It is the mind that is raised for enlightenment, made of great strength and power which unfolded with every movement and expression.