USC PAM: Living Landscapes: Ecology of Rasa
Step into an immersive world crafted by artist Gautam Rangan where projection, spoken word, and dance come together. Inspired by 16th Century Ragamala paintings, this three-night series will transform the USC Pacific Asia Museum courtyard into a dynamic landscape of light, sound, sculpture, and movement, and will include performances, conversation, and exploration of the interactive installation.
Living Landscapes
Installation Art by Gautam Rangan
Created in collaboration with Kaya Press
Featuring work by authors Lalbihari Sharma, Rajiv Mohabir, Ansley Moon, and Shadab Zeest Hashmi
Performance Program
Featuring Arpana Dance Company
Composed by Aashray Harishankar
With tabla player Robin Sukhadia
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
RSVP for the events beginning on Thursday, October 1, at 10 a.m.
Opening Night Performance
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Thursday, November 19
Doors open at 7 p.m.; program begins at 7:30 p.m.
Light refreshments will be served.
The immersive opening night features live poetry, Bharatanatyam dance by Arpana Dance Company, and interactive projections and sound. Following the performance and brief remarks by the artists, experience a special ambient performance by SADUBAS, blending live tabla, electronic soundscapes and Bollywood psychedelia as you explore and interact with the installation.
Encore Performance and Conversation with the Artists and Collaborators
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Friday, November 20
Doors open at 7 p.m.; program begins at 7:30 p.m.
Light refreshments will be served.
Join an encore performance followed by a conversation with the artists, authors, and collaborators. The discussion will explore how art, technology, and storytelling come together in the project, offering perspectives on themes of ecology, memory, and connection.
Self-Guided Evening of Living Landscapes: Ecology of Rasa
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Saturday, November 21, from 7 to 9 p.m.
Explore Living Landscapes: Ecology of Rasa at your own pace during this self-guided interactive experience. Wander through an evolving landscape of light, sound, and digital art, and engage with the installation in ways that spark reflection, curiosity, and connection.
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