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Natya Dance Theatre premieres Sharira / Shariri - Held Within The Dance Center of Columbia College March 19 – 21, 2026 Chicago, IL February 19, 2026 The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago presents Natya Dance Theatre as it continues to celebrate its 50th Anniversary, with a world Premiere. SHARIRA / SHARIRI - HELD WITHIN ![]() Choreographed by Hema Rajagopalan, the work is inspired by Saint Ramanuja's philosophy which expresses the idea that all beings are interconnected and dependent on a larger divine force. Using the classical Indian dance theater form, Bharatanatyam with contemporary sensibilities, the work follows the journey of a river flowing towards the ocean - a reflection in ego, control, surrender and connection. Join Natya for a musically luminous, meditative, and visually breathtaking experience. Thursday, March 19th at 7:30 PM Friday, March 20th at 7:30 PM Saturday, March 21st, 2026, at 12:00 PM At The Dance Center of Columbia College, 1306 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago IL 60605 Link to purchase tickets Natya Dance Theatre | 312-212-1240 | info@natya.com | natya.com |