Nritya Natya Academy

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Song of The Lost River
Dance, Experimental, Film/Documentary, Performance Art, Physical Theater
Runs Sep 27Sep 28, 2025
A breathtaking musical that brings to life the untold story of Gulab Bai, the first woman to step into the male-dominated world of Nautanki—North India’s vibrant folk theatre.

Born into the marginalized Bedia community, Gulab battled deep-rooted social stigma, patriarchy, and personal heartbreak to become a national icon, honored with the Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi awards. Her passion for performance and fight for dignity broke barriers for generations of women in the arts.

Song of the Lost River is more than a biographical tale—it’s a soul-stirring reflection on identity, gender, and justice. It critiques the blind march of technology that pushed traditional artists to the margins and urges us to value our cultural roots.

Crafted by acclaimed playwright Atamjit (Sahitya & Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee), this spellbinding production blends live singing, dynamic dance, and powerful performances to tell a story of resilience and beauty.
Don’t miss this rare theatrical gem that brings the legacy of Gulab Bai to the stage.

Celebrate courage. Witness history. Feel the music.

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LISLE, Illinois 60532
United States

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312-224-7861
NNA is a Not For Profit 501 C3, dignified Classical and Kathak dance school, the goals of which are to yield impeccable and exemplary performers by fine-tuning individual talents by virtue of theory and dedicated practices. NNA takes pride in its objectives, which are attained by teaching expression, grace, mathematics, and a deep understanding behind the moves and the beats of pure Kathak Dance.

NNA strives to be an extremely high caliber organization, so that more than just producing quantity, we endeavor to produce perfection in young talent and channelize that talent into a meticulous learning plan, thus modulating the individual into a flawless and model dancer. Read more about NNA on their facebook page