Arno Kamolika dance collective is lead by dancer and choreographer Arno Kamolika who shares their work at the the traditional and unceded lands of Coast-Salish people. The collective creates and shares work that explores the rich tradition of Indian classical dance and music, mostly Bharatnatyam. The vocabulary of this dance form often work as a physical extension of nature, channeling the primary elements of nature through distinct geometries, ritualistic traditions, and theatrical expressions. Their choreography embody both stillness and dynamic movements that often mirror the universal elements in nature and human being's yearning for it. In the heart of their work lies an intention to encourage meaningful engagement between artists, while creating a strong emotional resonance among the arts and the viewer.
