Attend Ashtanayika, a dance by Dr Sanddhya V Pureccha, based on Jayadeva’s Geet Govind, an opulent poem in Sanskrit literature evoking the Rasa
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Enjoy an evening of dance
fri, Jan 6 Attend Ashtanayika, a dance by Dr Sanddhya V Pureccha, based on Jayadeva’s Geet Govind, an opulent poem in Sanskrit literature evoking the Rasa. The verses of the work are bountiful in music, rhythm and scintillating dance. In this production, the description of the Ashtanayikas (eight types of heroines from the Natyashastra) is depicted through the characters of the Geet Govind — Radha and her Sakhi.
Time: 7 pm onwards
At: Experimental Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point.
Cost: Rs 270 onwards
Go, fly a kite!
Sat, Jan 7 Welcome the festival of Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan with a fun kite-making workshop. All the material will be provided by the museum. The activity will last until stocks last. Registration is not required.
Time 11 am to 2.30 pm
At: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort.
Log on to: csmvsmumbai@gmail.com
Call: 22844484
Dye for this Japanese art
sat, Jan 7 and sun, jan 8 Attend a two-day workshop to learn Shibori, the Japanese art of tie-dye. Shibori teaches you to see cloth as a 3D object, and visualise intricate designs that are brought to life with dyes. The workshop will combine the techniques of traditional Indian tie-dye and Shibori. The instructor is a textile professional with over eight years of experience, and conducts specialised workshops.
Time: 11.30 am to 3.30 pm
At Title Waves, St Pauls Media Complex, 24th Road, off Turner Road, Bandra (W).
Log on to: bluebulb.in
Cost: Rs 3,299
Relive Parel’s history
Sat, Jan 7 Enjoy a heritage walk around the Queensway Parel area. Organised by the Mumbai Chapter of INTACH in collaboration with Khaki Tours, the two-and-a-half-hour walk will be led by Bharat Gothoskar (founder of Khaki Tours) and Tapan Mittal. Highlights will include landmarks such as Wadia Hospital, the old governor’s house, and the old tram station, among other sites.
Reporting time: 4.15 pm onwards
Email: intach1@gmail.com
Cost: Rs 500 for non-INTACH members, free for members
Savour a Sunday brunch
sun, jan 8 Head to a Sunday brunch where you can gorge on an array of dishes like Veggie Brioche Pockets, Wild Mushroom with Pine Nuts and Goat’s Cheese Sandwich, Moroccan Lamb, and Chargrilled Chicken with Beetroot Puree. End your brunch on a sweet note by indulging in a Flourless Dark Chocolate Mud Cake or Panna Cotta in a choice of flavours such as orange and pomegranate.
Time: 12 pm to 5 pm
At: The Daily, ground floor, behind Shoppers Stop, SV Road, Bandra (W).
Call: 30150828 cost Rs 1,200 onwards
Head to the rooftop
fri, jan 6 This Friday, head to this rooftop bar and groove to the tunes of DJ MoCity and T-Bone Stakez. Mohammed Uraibi Abood (aka DJ MoCity) is a music entrepreneur and DJ with a passion for authentic music from all around the world. T-Bone Stakez is the DJ alias of Tej Brar, whose music includes heavy doses of Hip-Hop, Trap and Reggae.
Time: 10 pm onwards
At: Bonobo, 2nd Floor, Kenilworth Mall, Phase 2, off Linking Road, Bandra (W).
Call: 26055050
Share some TLC for strays
ongoing Volunteer with The Welfare of Stray Dogs (WSD), an organisation that works to eradicate rabies and control the street dog population. You can help walk and bathe the dogs at the centre, learn first aid for street dogs, help manage stalls at WSDâu00c2u0080u00c2u0088sales and exhibitions, or even simply help by donating your old clothes, books or household items for garage sales.
Log on to: wsdindia.org
Bag a good deal
till stocks last Treat yourself with a
new look this New Year. Check out trendy bags in a variety of colours, shapes and sizes. Get a whopping discount of up to 51 per cent on select picks. You can also shop for belts, wallets and multi-utility pouches.
At: Across all Baggit stores.
Log on to: baggit.com
Pick a tipple
ongoing Choose from select beer along with wines or sip on cocktails like Spice Rum Mojito, Mandarin and Ginger Martini, Espresso Martini, Classic Cocktails like Negroni, Whiskey Sour and Gin Sin. Pick the drink of your choice, get another one absolutely free.
Time: 4 pm to 8 pm
At: Woodside Inn, D/2, Mathuradas Mills Compound, Lower Parel.
Call: 24975019
Get gorgeous
till January 30 Pamper yourself silly without burning a hole in your pocket. Pick from a range of skincare, hair care, body care, and beauty products. Enjoy up to 50 per cent discount on all products.
Available Online and stores
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