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 RSVP 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 RSVP Friday, November 20 Doors open at 7 p.m.; program begins at 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Join an encore per