Ghungroo

In March of 2010, SAA will celebrate the 21st anniversary of Ghungroo, one of the largest cultural event on Harvard's campus and SAA's hallmark event. Ghungroo brings the diverse and ever-changing traditions of South Asia to the Agassiz Theatre at Harvard, inviting the whole campus to celebrate South Asian culture. Against the background of a new stunning, student-built set every year, over 200 undergraduates present student-choreographed dance pieces, musical performances, dramatic selections, and artwork all inspired by the sub-continent and its diaspora. The dances include traditional folk dances like Bhangra and Garba Raas, classical dance in the form of Bharatha Natyam, as well as modern adaptations and pieces inspired by Bollywood. Other acts bring student musicians to the stage to sing Qawwalis and bhajans along with fusion pieces. Between each act, Harvard's dramatic performers bring student-written skits to the stage, playfully presenting the stereotypes that characterize the South Asian and South Asian-American life.

With cast members who are diverse in both experience and ethnicity, Ghungroo creates and maintains a close-knit community among its participants, drawing alumni back to the show every year. With four sold-out performances and a unique program at every show, Ghungroo presents an energetic, enthusiastic glimpse into the arts in South Asia.

When: March 4 - 6, 2010
Where: Agassiz Theatre, Harvard University
Audience Size: 1,300 over 4 sold-out shows
Audience Profile:
Students from Harvard and other Boston-area colleges
Parents visiting for Junior Parent's Weekend
Harvard University alumni
Greater Boston residents who heard about the show
in the media or by word of mouth

Opportunities to Advertise in Ghungroo Program:

Contact: viswanat@fas.harvard.edu or agrewal@fas.harvard.edu.