Mysuru: The Indian Institute of Educational Theatre (IIET) will be presenting ‘The Dust That Never Left Us: A Journey Through the Bhagavata Purana – Explore the Essence of Nature,’ a profound storytelling performance that brings together mythology, ecology, and immersive theatre. Conceived and performed by internationally acclaimed storyteller Dr. Janardan Ghosh, in collaboration with Oglam Bally, this unique Kathabhinaya presentation will be held tomorrow (June 6) at 6 pm at the IIET, Hardwicke School Premises, JLB Road, Mysuru. The performance will be in English and is open to all.

Blending expressive narration with gesture, movement, music and audience interaction, ‘The Dust That Never Left Us’ draws inspiration from ancient tales in the Bhagavata Purana — including King Prithu’s dialogue with Mother Earth, Krishna’s lifting of Govardhan Mountain and his cleansing dance over the serpent Kaliya in the Yamuna. These timeless myths are reimagined to reflect pressing environmental concerns such as climate change, pollution and the disconnection between humanity and nature.

Dr. Ghosh’s Kathabhinaya storytelling is known for its emotional depth, rooted in Indian aesthetic traditions and rasa theory. The performance integrates natural elements and somatic techniques, including guided visualisations and grounding practices inspired by Yoga Nidra, fostering not just ecological awareness but also personal healing and inner reflection.

Dr. Janardan Ghosh is a renowned theatre artiste, academic and spiritual performer whose international collaborations and workshops emphasise storytelling as a tool for ecological consciousness and cultural renewal.

For details, call Mob: 94488-71815.