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Pioneer of Indian Contemporary Dance, Padma Shri Astad Deboo, all set to perform his first solo in over 10 years in Bengaluru, at The Collection, UB City

The 60-minute solo, ‘Eternal Embrace’, in collaboration with renowned Japanese musician Yukio Tsuji will take place on 16 December 2016 at 7 pm.

Bangalore, India, December 11th, 2016 — Padma Shri Astad Deboo, a pioneer in Contemporary Indian Dance, will perform his 60-minute solo, ‘Eternal Embrace’, at The Collection, UB City. The dance, composed in collaboration with Japanese musician Yukio Tsuji, will take place on 16 December 2016 at 7 pm. This is Astad’s first solo performance after a decade in Bengaluru.

With a career spanning almost 50 years, Astad has performed in 70 countries, collaborated with world-famous legends such as Pink Floyd, and worked with the Government of India to celebrate the coronation of the King of Bhutan. For the last two decades, he has worked extensively with disabled artists, and opened the 25th Deaf Olympics Cultural Festival with his ‘Deaf Group’.

‘Eternal Embrace’, choreographed and performed by Astad and composed by Yukio Tsuji, explores the tension between the ephemeral and material worlds. The piece was recently performed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, where it received a standing ovation, with Astad being touted as “a dancing monk”. He is excited about his performance in the city and is gearing up to enthrall his audience with this Sufi-inspired solo, in his signature style of evoking intense emotion.

Sharing his thoughts on his upcoming performance in Bengaluru, Shri Astad Deboo said, “It’s a pleasure to present my latest creation along with my collaborator, Yukio Tsuji. I’m very excited about my performance in UB City.”

“It gives me immense pleasure to present Mr. Deboo’s solo performance in Bengaluru after so many years. He is an icon of Indian Contemporary Dance and has served as a mentor to numerous aspiring artistes, with his striking signature style of modern dance. I invite everyone to this soulful performance to experience a master artiste showcase his art”, added Ms. Uzma Irfan – Director, Prestige Group.

Astad Deboo has choreographed for some of India’s most prominent film directors, including Mani Ratnam and Vishal Bharadwaj as well as for legendry painter M.F. Husain. Internationally, he has performed for the Royal families of Thailand, Japan, and Sweden.

He has performed at innumerable National Dance Festivals including the Khajuraho Dance Festival and the Elephanta Festival. He has also performed at International dance festivals including in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, France, Hong Kong, Ecuador, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, The United Kingdom and The United States of America.

For further information, please contact:
Ms. Urmila Biswas | Ms. Shreya Suresh
Lateral Thinkers Communications
M: +91 98860 99736 | 92434 34411
E: contact@marchingantsllp.com
U: http://www.ubcitybangalore.in

Sublime Galleria Presents a Fun-Filled Christmas Carnival at The Collection, UB City

The event will take place on Saturday, 10 December 2016 from 3-7 pm.

Bangalore, India, December 9th, 2016 — To kick-off the festive season, Sublime Galleria is all set to present a grand Christmas Carnival from 3-7 pm on Saturday – 10 December 2016 at The Collection, UB City. The Carnival aims at celebrating the spirit of giving by involving children and adults.

With face painting, hair braiding, selfie stands with Santa, workshops on dancing, and a show by a Bangalore-based rap and rock band, Transitpoint, the Carnival promises to be a delight for everyone across all age groups.

Additionally, children from ages 5-17 are being given the opportunity to turn entrepreneurs and manage their own operations from end-to-end, with 12 stalls being provided to them. The youngest child, who is all of five years, will be selling homemade bath products and cookies. The children will sell their own creations – Christmas treats, snacks, and games – and will personally hand over 10% of their cash sales to Dream a Dream, a charitable trust based out of Bangalore. There will also be a stall by Hoopsters Club, an online platform for children to express their opinions and showcase their talents.

Commenting on the event, Uzma Irfan – Director, Prestige Group, said, “It gives me great pleasure to invite everyone to one of Bangalore’s most fun-filled Christmas Carnivals. By allowing children to have their own stalls, we are providing them with an opportunity to build their business skills while sensitizing them to the less privileged communities. In addition to an evening of fun and entertainment, by associating with ‘Dream a Dream’, we also hope to empower the vulnerable and give them the platform they deserve. I encourage everyone to attend the Carnival and make a difference while having a great time.”

The lineup of entertainment will be as follows:
* 3:00pm – 4:00pm: Workshop by Zealers Studio, known for mixing a variety of dance forms into one energy-packed session
* 4:00pm – 5:00pm: Music by DJ Anirudh
* 4:30pm – 7:30pm: A group of carolers will spread the Christmas spirit by singing at different spots around The Collection, UB City.
* 6:00pm – 7:30pm: Rap band Transitpoint, which will perform a mix of Christmas carols and their own compositions. CDs from their new album, Hayyath, will also be sold at the Carnival.

The beautiful interiors of The Collection, UB City will be transformed to reflect this theme, with the lighting of the Christmas tree at 6:30pm. Additionally, the bridge on the second floor of the mall will display a collection of sketches, portraits, and landscapes by a young and extremely talented self-taught artist, Priyanka Muthuraman. A recent graduate of architecture, Priyanka believes in creating art from old materials, thus preserving the beauty of the old while adding a modern touch to it.

All proceeds from the Carnival will go towards Dream a Dream, a registered, charitable trust empowering children and young people from vulnerable backgrounds to overcome adversity and flourish in the 21stcentury using a creative life skills approach.

About Dream A Dream:
Currently, the organization works with 10,000 young people referred from 40 partner NGOs, trains over 2,000 educators impacting over 1,00,000 children and young people and sensitizes over 2,500 volunteers through their unique Life Skills Development model. They work on a strong collaborative approach with local charities, corporates, volunteers, expert consultants and a host of national and international strategic partners. Dream a Dream is considered to be a pioneer in the Life Skills space in India and was recently recognized by Lego Foundation and Ashoka, as a Champion in the space of re-imagining learning in the world.

For further information, please contact:
Ms. Urmila Biswas | Ms. Shreya Suresh
Lateral Thinkers Communications
M: +91 98860 99736 | 92434 34411
E: contact@marchingantsllp.com
U: https://www.sublimegalleria.com

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Sublime Galleria along with The Taj West End presents Elite Strokes, a collection of Contemporary Art by Renowned Artist, M.R. Deshmukh

The paintings will be on display at The Taj West End from 09-15 December and at Sublime Galleria, UB City from 16-31 December 2016.

Bangalore, India, December 8th 2016 — Sublime Galleria and Taj West End present ‘Elite Strokes’, a collection of paintings capturing the essence of natural beauty and human interactions. Created by M.R. Deshmukh, a prolific painter from the heart of the beautiful Sahyadri Mountains, the paintings will be on display from the 09-15 December at The Taj West End and 16-31 December at Sublime Galleria situated on the 8th Floor of The Collection, UB City.

The Opening Night of the exhibition will take place on Friday – 09 December 2016 at the beautiful Art Corridor at The Taj West End. Given that both The Taj West End and Sublime Galleria are strong patrons of the arts, most of the art aficionados from the city are expected to be present at the event.

M.R. Deshmukh rejects the traditional approach to countryside paintings by liquefying forms in his works and capturing the fleeting essence of nature. He’s particularly fascinated with the impact of light on the views around him and expresses this in his work. While all his paintings bear his signature style of bold, short strokes and strong colours, each piece of art tells a unique story.

M.R. Deshmukh’s works have been bought by some of the most influential art collectors in the country. His paintings have won several awards, including the Best Painting Award by Art Society of India. His works have been displayed in top commercial and hospitality properties across the country, including Hotel Taj (Bombay), Bank of America, Hindustan Unilever, and many more.

Commenting on the exhibition, Ms. Uzma Irfan – Director, Prestige Group, said, “It gives me great pleasure to present a gifted artist like M.R. Deshmukh. His paintings are unique because they capture the beauty of nature while also allowing some room for abstraction and fluidity. I invite everyone to come and enjoy these beautiful works of art. I also want to thank The Taj West End for partnering with us on this initiative. By joining hands with such a well-respected brand, we hope to offer even stronger platforms to the artists and the art community overall.”

Mr. Somnath Mukherjee – General Manager, The Taj West End added, “We’re happy to be associated with Sublime Galleria, one of South India’s foremost art galleries. The Taj West End and Sublime Galleria share a common vision – to give talented artists a platform to showcase their work, and help the city gain recognition as a fast-growing art hub. I hope the city’s art lovers enjoy M.R. Deshmukh’s works.”

About Sublime Galleria:
Sublime Galleria, located at UB City, is India’s first Sky Gallery founded in 2009 by Ms. Uzma Irfan – Director, Prestige Group. Having hosted several successful exhibitions in the past, it is recognized for its contribution for putting Bangalore on the global art map. It brings in a regular contingent of eminent art experts, reputed masters as well as rising artists.

This reputed space is on a mission to further the cause of the arts and also place itself as a dynamic crucible for the next generation to develop and showcase their talent. For this, Sublime reaches out to upcoming artists and offers them a platform to showcase their talent, while making their body of work accessible to the art-loving community of Bangalore. The Gallery is also associated with showcasing the works of renowned artists of international repute like Padmashri award-winning artist, Thota Tharrani, Thota Vaikuntam, Pallavi Foley, Pallon Daruwala and Vijit Pillai, among others. Sublime aims to showcase hitherto unseen/the latest works of artists, both established and upcoming, to the art patrons of the city.

Another highlight of the Gallery that sets it apart from its counterparts is that it commissions art for high-end hotels, hospitals, offices and residences. The Gallery collaborates with the client to suit the technical requirements, aesthetic vision and budgetary details of the project. They work with the project’s interior designers to suit their vision and give art along those lines. Sublime ensures end-to-end realization of the designated vision. So far, they have commissioned art for ‘Aloft’, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, in Whitefield, Bangalore. They have organized artworks for 190 rooms including Presidential Suites, Gallery Art and art for their lobby and restaurants. They are currently commissioning art for the Sheraton Hotel, Whitefield. Sublime Galleria is also involved in the procurement of art for private and independent collectors, exhibitions and auctions, specific to quality, price & artist profile.

For further information:
Ms. Urmila Biswas / Ms. Shreya Suresh
Lateral Thinkers Communications
M: +91 98860 99736 | +91 92434 34411
E: contact@marchingantsllp.com
U: http://www.sublimegalleria.com

DIVRT Presents “Flavours of UB City” – A Weekend of Food and Entertainment

With pop-up restaurants, art and music, the event will take place on 19 & 20 November 2016.

Bangalore, India, November 18th, 2016 — DIVRT presents ‘Flavours of UB City’, a celebration of the city’s finest restaurants, entertainers and artists. The event will take place on Saturday and Sunday – 19 & 20 November 2016.

Over the weekend, 15 of UB City’s restaurants will be presented as pop-ups, offering the best of world-cuisine. Not limited to food alone, the festival will also offer gift hampers from UB City’s finest luxury brands. The proceeds from the gift hampers will go to the U&I Trust, a volunteer-driven charitable organization based in Bangalore. The Trust started off in 2011 with the primary vision of serving the underprivileged and empowering them to reach their fullest potential. Today, U&I has Learning Centres functioning in ten major cities across India, impacting the lives of 850+ students with the help of 1000 volunteers.

Commenting on the event, Uzma Irfan – Director, Prestige Group said “With Bangalore on the list of the Top 10 most developed cities in India, it’s no surprise that people from all over the country and the world flock to the city. As a result, it is now fast emerging as a hub for hospitality and food, with international food chains establishing a presence in the city. The rapid change in Bangaloreans’ food preferences is reflected in the large number of restaurants that have opened across various categories of world cuisine.”

“The Collection, UB City, is known to provide the best mix of global cuisine under one roof in South India. While the restaurants present there are mainly for fine dining, their pop up versions over the weekend will provide a variety of dishes in a range of prices” she added, “I welcome everybody to come enjoy a mix of food, comedy, and entertainment with us this weekend”.

Participating Restaurants:
The food festival will kick off on 19 November at 1 pm, with food and beverages provided by Amande, Rasovara, Caperberry, Fava, Café Noir, Café Mangii, Subway, Chocolate D’Luxe by Bliss, Singkong, Shiro, Made in Punjab, Toscano, Sancho’s, Sublime House of Tea, and more. Beautiful floral arrangements from Floradelic will also be available for sale.

Cuisines will range from Italian, French, Mediterranean, Mexican, Pan Asian, Modern Indian Fusion to North Indian and Rajasthani. And there will be flavorsome herbal teas and delicious desserts to compliment the meals.

Line-up of Activities: Entertainment begins 7 pm onwards both days.

Saturday – 19 November 2016:
* Comedy Act by Standup Comedian, Abel Mathews
* Performance by Bangalore-based Pop/Funk Rock Band Clown with a Frown
* Music by DJ Mel

Sunday – 20 November 2016:
* Comedy Act by Standup Comedian, Abel Mathews
* Performance by India’s biggest Beatboxer Vineeth Vincent
* Performance by Bangalore-Based Hip-Hop Artists Black Ice Crew
* Music by DJ Mel

With art by Sublime Galleria, installations of a massive chef hat, fork & spoon, and LED lights, the interiors of The Collection, UB City, will reflect the festival’s theme, transforming it into a foodie’s paradise for the weekend.

Sponsors for the festival include DIVRT, Himalayan and Entrée.

For further information, please contact:
Ms. Urmila Biswas/Ms. Shreya Suresh
Lateral Thinkers Communications
M: +91 98860 99736/92434 34411
E: contact@marchingantsllp.com
U: http://www.ubcitybangalore.in

9-year Old Budding Artist, Alayna Zaid to Showcase her Artworks at Sublime Galleria

Young and talented, 9-year old Alayna Zaid is all set to showcase her collection of artworks titled “Imaginarium” at Sublime Galleria, UB City.

Bangalore, India, July 7th, 2016 — Young and talented, 9-year old Alayna Zaid is all set to showcase her collection of artworks titled “Imaginarium” at Sublime Galleria, UB City. This confident youngster started painting at the tender age of three and has now succeeded in creating her first complete collection – a series of abstract paintings using an acrylic medium. For this collection, Alayna has attempted to create artworks that are vibrant, fun and aesthetically pleasing.

Alayna’s artworks will be unveiled on Saturday, 09 July 2016. The exhibition will be on till 02 August 2016 at Sublime Galleria (11am-8pm; closed on Sundays).

About the artist:
Alayna is a passionate artist, intrigued by the ability to convert imagination into reality. Her ardent love for experimenting drew her to the fascinating world of art. Apart from abstract art, Alayna enjoys painting sceneries and animals. A student of Inventure Academy, Alayna has been awarded the certificate for art each year. Apart from painting, her hobbies include dancing, swimming and stitching.

For further information, please contact:
Urmila Biswas | Trisha Sirur
M: +91 98860 99736 | +91 90359 00388
E: urmila@lateralthinkers.co.in | trisha@lateralthinkers.co.in
U: http://www.sublimegalleria.com

Children’s Christmas Carnival at The Collection, UB City on 20th December 2015

Performance by the Abhayam Band, Stalls, Dance Workshops, Meet & Greet with Santa and much, much more.

Bangalore, India, December 17th, 2015 — With Christmas around the corner, the season’s festivities are in full swing. As everyone gets caught up in the excitement that the close of the year always brings, Sublime Galleria located on the 8th Floor of UB City is gearing up to bring some merriment into the lives of underprivileged children and they have chosen a very special way to do this. Through the Children’s Christmas Carnival, they are encouraging other children to come forward and help their underprivileged counterparts. Scheduled for Sunday, 20th December, 2015 between 4-7pm, the event will host a bunch of activities and donate the proceeds to an NGO – Abhayam.

The event promises to be an extremely entertaining one for kids as Sublime Galleria, is giving them a chance to take on the role of young entrepreneurs. Stalls are being provided at the Piazza where children can sell baked products, handmade jewellery and other handicrafts that they have made themselves. A percentage of the proceeds from these sales will be given to Abhayam. In a heart-warming display of their enthusiasm towards this cause, several children have already reserved stalls for the event.

Children can register for the stalls by contacting the following no: +91 70228 92634

And this is just the beginning. The 5-hour long event will also include dance workshops, face painting, a caricature stall and an opportunity to meet and greet Santa Claus. The highlight of the event is performances by the distinctive Abhayam Band. The Children’s band by Abhayam will sing popular and well-loved Christmas Carols for the audience and this will be followed by a foot-tapping performance by the main Abhayam Band. Two more interesting additions to these performances are a Beat Boxing Solo as well as a performance by a 70-year old retired Colonel who will play Christmas Carols on his Accordion and the Carpenter’s Saw.

Abhayam has a very interesting history. It is an NGO that works with substance abusers and alcoholics. Music being an important part of the healing process for over 200 of their patients resulted, 4 years ago, in the formation of the band. The band has gained in popularity over the last few years, and now every Christmas Season they travel to different locations in Bangalore and outside to perform in concerts and shows. A rock band mainly into blues and progressive rock, the band was created by the rehab centre to create awareness of and promote music therapy.

Day/Date: Sunday – 20th December 2015
Time: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Venue: Amphitheatre, The Collection, UB City, Vittal Mallya Road

For further information, please contact:
Noor Fathima
Lateral Thinkers Communications
M: +91 97419 08443
E: noor@lateralthinkers.co.in
U: http://www.ubcitybangalore.in

YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015 – The Most-awaited Art Festival in South India!

The 6th Edition promises to bring about a Paradigm Shift in the perception of the arts.

Bangalore, India, 20th August, 2015 — The Collection – UB City and Sublime Galleria in association with the Prestige Group is gearing up for ‘YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015’. One of India’s most reputed art festivals, the 6th Edition of ‘Art Bengaluru’ aims to go beyond the canvas, celebrating art in its myriad forms.

Uzma Irfan – Conceptualizer and Organizer, ‘Art Bengaluru’ said, “The Indian art market currently has both good quality and discerning buyers. Globally, art is also increasingly becoming an alternate investment option. In this year’s edition of ‘Art Bengaluru’, we have attempted to bring together distinguished artists from across the globe, thus giving people an opportunity to experience, under one roof, the multitude of art forms available. This festival is not just for the art aficionados and collectors. We hope to promote the various art forms and create a greater understanding of art in the city with this initiative. We also encourage schools to bring in their students to make the most of this festival.”

Sharing his thoughts on this festival, Mr. Rana Kapoor – M.D. & CEO, YES BANK added, “It is extremely encouraging and motivating to be a part of Art Bengaluru; this leading global cultural event will bring together the best talent in modern and contemporary art. Our association with Art Bengaluru is YES BANK’s endeavor through its newly launched YES CULTURE initiative, to further enhance India’s stature in the global Art landscape, strengthen the vibrant socio-cultural fabric of our nation and celebrate contemporary India’s rich culture and heritage on a global scale. The amalgamation of the corporate sector and Art fraternity will play a major role in augmenting India’s cultural stature globally and provide new professional avenues for our nation’s talented and creative youth.”

Mr. Suresh Jayaram – Curator, ‘YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015’ said, “This event is a confluence of creative energies that will challenge us. The curated section will contextualize the changing dynamics of an accelerated market economy. In the Post Capitalist context, the Mall is the new Art destination for interaction in the Urban scenario. It is here, that we wish to locate Art amidst Luxury. We want the audience to pause and contemplate the creative indulgence of the artist, and their ability to question reality. We wish to create new dynamics with the visual culture of our times. This interaction with Art is another attempt to make art accessible and make it become an integral part of our life and public discourse.”

Associate Sponsor for the festival, Mr. Satya Bagla – M.D., Exclusive Motors Pvt. Ltd. said, “Luxury and art have always gone hand-in-hand as they have two qualities in common – excellence and aesthetic. UB City is a landmark destination for all things related to Luxury, Art and Culture in Bangalore today. Bentley needs no introduction – it epitomises luxury and is considered an aspirational brand, the world over. As ‘Art Bengaluru’ enters into its 6th Edition, it was a natural choice for us to associate ourselves with this celebrated Art Festival, as it gives us a great opportunity to make our presence felt in Bangalore, while interacting with Bentley enthusiasts from across South India.”

The theme for this year’s festival is ‘Paradigm Shift’. In keeping with this theme, ‘YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015’ hopes to promote a discovery of the arts from a change-inducing standpoint. Traditionally, art was symbolized by paintings, classical sculptures and so on. However, over the years, the very concept of ‘Art’ has undergone a sea change. With technological advancements, today, we have the opportunity to embrace a whole new set of art forms – interactive and immersive installations, among others. The rich interiors of The Collection, UB City will also be transformed to complement this year’s theme. The Bentley Mulsanne will be on display throughout the festival, further increasing the luxury quotient of the venue.

Moreover, unlike in previous years where the focus was on presenting different galleries from across the globe, this year will witness a global festival, celebrating national and international artists. There will be over 35 exhibits showcasing sculptures, installations, paintings and photography. There will also be a curated Video Lounge as well as a Photography Wall.

This year, the art is being curated by Suresh Jayaram. An artist, art historian, arts administrator and curator of national repute; he is a well-known name in the art world. There will also be curated walks by Mr. Jayaram, as well as trained art guides, to give visitors an in-depth and holistic understanding of the festival and the artworks on display.

Artists at ‘YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015’:
International artists: Kevin Kelly (Canada), Li Hongbo (Beijing, China) and Nicolas Clauss (Marseille, France)

National artists: Aarti Karwayun (Bangalore), Adil Writer (Pondicherry), Aishwaryan K (Bangalore), Bharathesh GD (Bangalore), Chinar Shah (Bangalore), Claire Arni (Bangalore), Cop Shiva (Bangalore), Devipriya Vimalanathan (Bangalore), Dipti Desai (Bangalore), Gigi Scaria (Delhi), Gopinath Subbanna (Bangalore), Harisha Chennangod (Baroda), Indu Antony (Bangalore), Jeevan Xavier (Bangalore), Jeremy Woodruff (Chennai), Kakadia Mansukh (Ahmedabad), Malavika PC (Pondicherry), Maria Antony Raj (Chennai), Mike Jones (Bangalore), M Narayan (Pune), Mohan Kumar E (Bangalore), Murali Cheeroth (Bangalore), Nandesh Shanthi Prakash (Bangalore), Nasir Khan (Bangalore), Naveen Kumar (Bangalore), N Ramachandran (Chennai), Ravi Kashi (Bangalore), Ryan Lobo (Bangalore), Sandesh Kadur (Bangalore), Selvaprakash L (Bangalore), Shamala Nandesha (Bangalore), Srikala Gangi Reddy (Bangalore), Subodh Kerkar (Goa), Sundar Murthy (Bangalore), Thota Tharani (Chennai), Urmila V.G. (Bangalore), Varsha Bhide (Bangalore), Vasudha Aggarwal (Bangalore), V.G. Venugopal (Bangalore) and Vivan Sundaram (Delhi) are the artists who will be a part of the festival this year.

This year’s festival aims to go beyond artworks to embrace and pay tribute to various art forms. These will include music, dance and theatre, apart from a series of workshops including a butterfly-rearing workshop, musical instrument-making workshop and many, many more such art and crafts that exist in remote corners of India and make our country a culturally-rich and revered one. There will also be a series of talks curated by Suresh Jayaram. These will include talks by Girish Shahane (Artistic Director – India Art Fair 2015), Nicolas Clauss (Artist), Vivan Sundaram (Artist) and Subodh Kerkar (Artist), among others. The speakers’ forum will end with a panel discussion where celebrated artists will come together to share their views on a pre-selected topic. This will take place on 30th August.

To keep the energy of the festival riding high, there will also be performances by celebrated musicians including Talvin Singh and Trilok Gurtu. EDM Nights hosted by International EDM artistes, Project 46 and Omnia are also included in the line-up of performances during this festival.

‘YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015’ will open on Friday – 21 August 2015 with a Grand Inaugural Ceremony that will include a state-of-the-art Light/Projection Mapping show, which will take people through the ages by showcasing the history of Art. It will also explain the idea behind ‘Art Bengaluru’. The festival will be on till 30th August 2015. In order for people to take back souvenirs from this year’s event, ‘Art Bengaluru’ will also have a Gift Shop that will provide memorabilia connected to art and the festival, including a ‘YES BANK Art Bengaluru 2015’ book that completely documents this memorable festival.

4 information desks will be provided throughout The Collection, UB City to ensure that people’s queries get addressed promptly. There will also be an ‘Art Bengaluru App’, which will provide all information about the festival, including particulars on tickets to the festival and the various performances.

Schedule of Performances:
Sl. No. | Date | Artistes | Venue | Timings
1. 23 August – Project 46 – Main Stage – 8:00pm – 10:00pm
2. 28 August – Talvin Singh – Main Stage – 8:00 pm – 10:00pm
3. 29 August – Omnia – Main Stage – 8:00pm – 10:00pm
4. 30 August – Trilok Gurtu – Main Stage – 8:00pm – 10:00pm

Schedule of Workshops:
Sl. No. | Date | Artistes/Particulars | Venue | Timings
1. 23 Aug ’15 – Instrument Making – Amphitheatre – 11:00am – 4:00pm
2. 26 Aug ’15 – Art of Rolling Sushi – Shiro – 4:00pm – 6:00pm
3. 28 Aug ’15 – Art of Dim Sum Making – Shiro – 4:00pm – 6:00pm
4. 28-30 Aug ’15 – Small is Big – Amphitheatre – 10:00am – 5:00pm
5. 29 & 30 Aug ’15 – Butterfly Rearing – Amphitheatre – 8:30am – 10:30am

Schedule of Speakers:
Sl. No. | Date | Speakers | Venue | Timings
1. 22 Aug ’15 – Vivan Sundaram – Fava – 4:30pm – 06:00pm
2. 22 Aug ’15 – Pablo Bartholomew – YES BANK Lounge – 10:00am – 5:00pm
3. 22 Aug ’15 – Sandesh Kadur – Fava – 6:00pm – 07:30pm
4. 23 Aug ’15 – Dr. Alka Pande – Fava – 4:30pm – 06:00pm
5. 24 Aug ’15 – Nicolas Clauss – YES BANK Lounge – 5:00pm – 06:30pm
6. 26 Aug ’15 – Li Hongbo – YES BANK Lounge – 5:00pm – 06:30pm
7. 28 Aug ’15 – Subodh Kerkar – Fava – 5:00pm – 06:30pm
8. 29 Aug ’15 – Girish Shahane – Fava – 5:00pm – 06:30pm
9. 30 Aug ’15 – Panel Discussion – Fava – 5:00pm – 06:30pm

About ‘Art Bengaluru’:
Launched in March 2010, ‘Art Bengaluru’ was started with the aim of celebrating art in its various forms. The idea behind the 10-day festival was to bring a multitude of artists and art forms from across India and the world under one roof, thus promoting art awareness as well as a deeper understanding of the arts. With advances in technology, as the world of Art grew to include newer and more exciting forms, ‘Art Bengaluru’ grew with it. After five successful editions, this annual art soiree has grown to become one of the most reputed art festivals in India today.

The venue for Art Bengaluru is the highly-acclaimed, The Collection, UB City, which is conveniently located in the heart of cosmopolitan Bangalore. Needless to say, the Tuscan architecture of UB City complements the art festival by creating an illusion of fluent expanse. Art displayed in this landmark area promises to enhance aesthetic awareness and create a sensory delight for the viewer.

About YES BANK:
YES BANK, India’s fifth largest private sector Bank with a pan India presence across all 29 states and 7 Union Territories of India, headquartered in the Lower Parel Innovation District (LPID) of Mumbai, is the outcome of the professional & entrepreneurial commitment of its Founder Rana Kapoor and its top management team, to establish a high quality, customer centric, service driven, private Indian Bank catering to the future businesses of India.

YES BANK has adopted international best practices, the highest standards of service quality and operational excellence, and offers comprehensive banking and financial solutions to all its valued customers.

YES BANK has a knowledge-driven approach to banking, and offers a superior customer experience for its retail, corporate and emerging corporate banking clients. YES BANK is steadily evolving as the Professionals’ Bank of India with the long term mission of “Building the Best Quality Bank of the World in India” by 2020.

About the Bentley Mulsanne:
The Mulsanne is much more than a simple pairing of luxury with power. Its fearsome acceleration, for example, is felt not as a sudden blast forward, but as a smooth surge of seemingly limitless power. The character of the V8 engine note, barely perceptible from inside the cabin while the car is cruising, builds to a rich, powerful roar on acceleration when the throttle is opened wide. For those with the drive to change the world, the Mulsanne is much more than a supremely comfortable car. It is both a place to make plans and a catalyst that can make them happen. The Mulsanne benefits from a re-engineered V8 engine, providing extra range and improvements in efficiency of 13%. Yet with an 8-speed automatic transmission boasting an electronic shift interface, there is no compromise on performance: The Mulsanne is capable of 184 mph (296 km/h). While a Sport mode exists for the serious driver – complete with a steering wheel-mounted paddleshift system – it is important to note that the Mulsanne was built for more than dynamic driving. Because life is about more than the speed one can get from A to B. It’s about the quality of the driving experience and the style in which the story is written.

For further information, please contact:
Urmila Biswas
Sublime Galleria
M: +91 98860 99736
E: contact@marchingantsllp.com
U: http://www.artbengaluru.in

Sublime Galleria Presents Performance/Interactive Art at The Collection, UB City

In association with Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology.

Bangalore, India, December 11th, 2014 — Sublime Galleria, South India’s leading art gallery, reputed for introducing the most innovative art forms to Bangalore, showcased performances/ interactive art at The Collection, UB City this evening. This initiative was in association with the Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology. Since many of the exhibits/performances were being showcased only for one evening, Bangalore’s art aficionados turned up in full strength to make the most of the event and marvel at the creative genius of the artists.

A major attraction was the ‘Tate: Global Art Space’ exhibit – a collaborative project with TATE UK, Central St Martins London, Kochi Muzhris Biennale and Srishti, which was one of the highlights of the event. The exhibits are a result of collaborations between Indian and international artists and left everyone awed with their effects.

Sharing her thoughts on Sublime’s latest exhibition, Uzma Irfan – Director, Prestige Group and Founder – Sublime Galleria said, “Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology is making a serious breakthrough in new art forms through innovative thinking and of course, the immense dedication of all associated with it. We, at Sublime, are very happy to support them in their efforts. Each and every exhibit showcased was truly unique… kudos to all the creators for their inspired thinking!”

The ‘Srishti Interim Showcase’ featured the following exhibits at The Collection, UB City:

Project | Venue | Time
1. Dynamic Geometries | Ground Floor | 07:15pm
2. Performing Systems | Piazza | 08:00pm
3. Story of Light | Sublime Galleria | 09:00pm
4. Sonic Beams | PDR, Oakwood Residences | 07:00-10:00pm

In addition, the following was also featured on the 11th and will be showcased until the 12th of December 2014 at The Collection, UB City:

Date | Project | Venue
11th & 12th Dec | TATE: Global Art Space | Sublime Galleria

About the projects:

* Dynamic Geometries
A collaborative site-specific multimedia performance by reputed international dancer/choreographer, Sonia Rodriguez and respected filmmaker, Ujjwal Utkarsh, using movement, music, digital art and sound. The collaboration is with the Attakkalari Talent Academy and Srishti. The overarching theme aims to showcase how the urban environment /architecture of our cities influence our experience, evokes our memories and fuels our imagination.

* Performing Systems
Created by Sofy – media artist and educator working with video, interactivity, projections, code, paper, and salvaged material. “Performing Systems” is a live interactive performance with light and sound, using generative electronic music and art that takes an iterative form. The focus is visual composition, writing one’s own performance software and performing.

* Story of Light
This has been created by Yashas Shetty (artist and educator working between various disciplines including installation, sound, software and biotechnology) and Jatin Vidyarthi (sound artist and electronic music producer). In this exhibit, the artists along with the students have explored the nature of light as a medium and re-imagined light through installations, sound works and other experiments in the form of sonic works, kinetic sculptures, interactive installations and films, which will be showcased in ‘The Story of Light Festival’ in Goa. The year 2015 is the ‘Year of Light’ at the festival and CEMA at Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology has been invited as a content partner, and to showcase work at this reputed festival.

* Sonic Beams
Created by Professor Cathy Lane (composer, sound artist, lecturer and researcher) and Sindhu Thirumalaisamy (artist and filmmaker), “Sonic Beams” is a sonic/audio/visual installation that locates itself to the lighthouses in Fort Kochi and around Kochi. Utilizing maritime history, myths, local folklore, oral history, shipping records, architecture, data, sounds of ships, waves, etc. the project aims to create a narrative, frame an archive and provide a dynamic experience of life around the sea.

* TATE: Global Art Space
Created by Michelle Williams Gamaker, whose work deals with performances and complex renderings of reality via documentary, fiction and video installation in collaboration with artist and textile designer, Meera, “Global Art Space” is a collaborative project with TATE UK, Central St. Martins London, Kochi Muzhris Biennale and Srishti. It explores and interacts with the local environment in London and India via performance and photography with the view to show artistic interpretations to a wider (global) audience through TATE Gallery, online exhibition and the Biennale in Kochi. The participation is about reenacting, recreating, and reinterpreting the artistic ‘Generative’. A group of students in CSM, London, and Srishti School Bangalore have already created this generative in the first part of the project, led by artist Michelle Gamakar. The outcome will be a series of exhibitions in all the venues mentioned above.

About ‘The Interim’:
The Interim operates as an inter-disciplinary open-ended platform and framework for learning through engagement with various artistic and creative practices and processes.

Projects curated are socially and culturally contextualized with art and design, leading students beyond the campus and classroom into the public realm. The Interim functions as a community arts initiative to explore contemporary social-cultural and political issues. Rural migration, religious diversity, class, money, caste, loss of traditions, creeping in of new traditions, commercialization, abundance of technology and the ubiquity of information, and gender politics are some of the realities than bind and shape our interactions. These realities create conflicting values and result in contrasting economic and social development, often leading to political apathy, corruption, etc.

It is in this space that art and media can be used as interventions to initiate dialogue, provide new spaces and places of expression, document and archive loss, memory, understand how natural phenomenon (climate, sound pollution, genetic crops, etc.) interact with the social world to create sustainable frameworks for engagement and change.

The project pragmatically pushes the boundaries of experimentation with various forms of expression, participation and narration. Through a variety of lenses, paradigm, practices and materials, the students work with ideas and concepts in the field with artists and designers to explore, create, understand, represent, and construct our understanding of our social and natural realities.

For further information:
Urmila Biswas
Lateral Thinkers Communications
M: +91 98860 99736
E: contact@marchingantsllp.com
W: http://www.sublimegalleria.com

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Jaguar ‘Trousseau Week 2014’ All Set to Celebrate the Diverse Cultural Beauty of the Traditional Indian Wedding

Presented by The Collection, UB City in association with Sublime Galleria and supported by the Prestige Group, Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014 will be on from 21st to 30th November 2014.

Bangalore, India, November 19th, 2014 — India is probably the only country in the world to boast of such a widely diverse population, comprising of people from different religions, cultures and communities. With varied traditional wear, rituals and customs, India is also considered an extremely colorful country, with more than two thousand ethnic groups, living together in unity. The 5th Edition of ‘Trousseau Week’ aims to celebrate the rich cultural diversity and traditions of the Indian wedding.

Presented by The Collection, UB City in association with Sublime Galleria and supported by the Prestige Group, Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014 will be on from 21st to 30th November 2014. The 10-day long wedding festival will provide all Wedding Planning, Design and Consulting needs under one roof, with the help of some of the trendiest international and national luxury brands in the world today on one hand, and Indian artisans and weavers on the other.

Sharing her thoughts on this year’s line-up of activities, Uzma Irfan – Additional Director, Prestige Group and Founder, Sublime Galleria said, “One of the most beautiful qualities of the Indian culture is that it is inclusive. The younger generation is not just limiting themselves to their own rituals and customs, but celebrating all traditions and festivals across communities as one unit. Also, with a rapid increase in the number of inter-religious and inter-communal marriages, people have started adopting the best from all cultures across the country. This year, ‘Jaguar Trousseau Week’ will focus on the rich culture and heritage that defines an Indian wedding, with special emphasis on the artisans who have helped keep our traditions alive by their contribution to the handloom/handwoven industry.

About Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014:
An Indian wedding today includes the most fun rituals from all cultures and is an amalgamation of activities leading up to the actual wedding. The ‘Sangeet’ ceremony, which was primarily a North Indian custom, has now found its place in every wedding across the country. And even though people have adopted the Western culture with fervor in India, what has remained constant is traditional clothes and jewellery, donned by everyone – family and friends alike, during the various wedding ceremonies. This year’s Trousseau Week pays a special tribute to the artisans who have contributed immensely to keep this industry alive. The festival will provide an opportunity to all visiting UB City to try their hand at some interactive weaving, guided by a weaver, at a handloom that will be installed there. Pragati Mathur – Textile Designer and Weaving Artist who is bringing this to UB City will also be available to accept orders for the elusive handloom/handwoven sarees, shawls, dupattas and wall textiles, etc. Orders can be placed on the basis of samples available for visual reference. In addition, Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014 will provide the best of wedding couture, wedding planners, designers, wedding photographers, banquets, tourism boards and international & national luxury brands, all on one platform.

This year’s theme is “The Traditional Indian Wedding” and the fluid expanse of The Collection, UB City will be transformed to complement this theme. The space will be accentuated with theme-based installations like an enormous wedding cake, a bejeweled groom pagdi, photo frame hangings, and an in-lit elephant sculpture. Smaller rituals will also be depicted using similar installations. For example, a giant groom mojri will be installed for the ‘Joota Chupai’ ceremony, larger than life kaliras will be installed to speak of the associated ceremony, and a decorated swing will be installed to signify yet another South Indian custom – ‘Oonchal’.

Lounges at Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014:
In its 5th Edition, ‘Trousseau Week’ has truly surpassed all previous benchmarks. With participation from stalwarts of the fashion design industry like Neeta Lulla, Raghavendra Rathore, JJ Valaya and Satya Paul, the event this year is a dream come true for brides and grooms to be. Now to plan the perfect wedding couture for their dream wedding, they will not have to travel to either Mumbai or Delhi. They can interact with the best designers in India and try out their latest collections, all in UB City. In addition, soon to be brides and grooms can also check out the sought-after F-Type and XJ models of Jaguar, which will be present at The Collection, UB City throughout the event.

The Harman Luxury Audio Group in association with Audisee is bringing the pinnacle of home cinema experience to Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014. An exclusive acoustically treated Luxury Theatre Room is being organized at Soul City, Oakwood. This will feature a 7.2 channel calibrated home cinema system from JBL Synthesis – one of the finest brands in Luxury Audio. The legendary Harman brands, coupled with the technical expertise of Audisee ensure that true cinema experience can be brought into one’s home.

Sl. No. | Lounge | Category | Dates

1. 3-D Design Décor – Dinaz Noria | Wedding Planner | 20-30 November

2. Emirates | Airlines/Tourism | 20-30 November

3. Aloft | Banquets/Pre-wedding Celebrations | 20-30 November

4. Amos Moses Photography | Wedding Photographer | 20-30 November

5. Manikantan Ramanath | Wedding Photographer | 20-30 November

6. Harman Luxury Audio Group – Audisee | Luxury Audio Equipment | 28-30 November

7. A.S. Motiwala | Fine Jewellery | 21-23 November

8. JJ Valaya | Designer | 20-24 November

9. Neeta Lulla | Designer | 20-29 November

10. Raghavendra Rathore | Designer | 20-24 November

11. Satya Paul | Designer | 20-30 November

12. Prestige The Man Store | Designer Boutique for Men’s Apparels & Accessories | 20-30 November

13. Pragati Mathur | Exclusive Handloom/Handwoven Apparels | 20-30 November

14. Angsana Oasis Spa & Resorts | Spa for Pre & Post Wedding Treatments and Therapies | 20-30 November

15. Mirrors & Within | Nail Art & Kerastase Rituals | 22-30 November

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About the Opening Night:
The Opening Night of Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014 will depict a modern day full-fledged ‘Big Fat Indian Wedding’. It will feature Seven Acts that encapsulate the idea of ‘seven Steps To Forever’ – a plethora of Indian wedding cultures and traditions that showcase the life of a wedding through customized entertainment acts that will portray simple stories of joy and union. The seven acts will include:
* A Grand Proposal
* Punjabi Roka
* Bachelor/Bachelorette Party
* Muslim Mehendi
* Band Baja Baraat
* Christian Wedding Vows
* Reception Party

Adding to the magic of the entertainment planned is the fact that it will be performed by world-renowned dancer, Terence Lewis’s troupe, who are being flown down from Mumbai, exclusively for this. Terence Lewis is known as the master of Contemporary Dance and has become a household name since he became a judge on ‘Dance India Dance’, one of the most popular and respected reality dance shows in India.

All the brands housed within The Collection, UB City will be an integral part of the acts: Brands include Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Canali, Corneliani, Crabtree & Evelyn, Davidoff, Diesel, Diani Jewels, Emporio Armani, Estee Lauder, Ethos Summit, Good Earth, Hackett, Hartman, Imagine, Jimmy Choo, Lalique, Lladro, Louis Vuitton, Minawala, Michael Kors, Mirrors & Within, Montblanc, Oma, Omega, Paul Smith, Rado, Rolex, Salvatore Ferragamo, Shimmer, Tag Heuer, Tumi, Turquoise & Gold, Villeroy & Boch, Zimson.

Another major attraction of this event will be the launch of reputed award-winning jewelers – A.S. Motiwala’s latest collection, ‘ASM Aisha’, created exclusively for Jaguar Trousseau Week 2014 in Bangalore. A.S. Motiwala will be showcasing this ethereal collection at Sublime Galleria from 21st to 23rd November 2014.

About ‘ASM Aisha’:
Comprising regular occasion wear, the pieces from this collection have been designed to create a special look and appeal to women for all occasions. The collection pays tribute to diamonds of all shapes and is desirable for its contemporary designs and world-class craftsmanship. These pieces are rare and unique with a distinguished aura of their own.

Additional Events:
* Oberoi Hotels (21 November 2014)
Bhuvan Ravishankar – Pastry Chef, Oberoi Hotels will conduct a demonstration of two easy-to-make mini desserts ideal for a bridal shower. Tasting portions of the same desserts will be available for the audience. In addition to this, there will be dummy wedding cakes on display to showcase the varied wedding cake options available at the Oberoi.

* International Jazz Festival (27-29 November 2014)
The first of its kind in Bangalore, the Total Environment Jazz Festival will showcase International Jazz contemporaries like James Carter, Helen Sung and Yuri Honing among others across Mainstream, Funk, Afro and Latin Jazz.

* Pink Floyd Tribute Band (30 November 2014)
Audience at UB City will be entertained with a Pink Floyd Tribute Band on Sunday – 30 November 2014.

Sponsors for the Event:
* Jaguar – Title Sponsor
* A.S. Motiwala – Co-Sponsor
* Prestige Group – Supported By
* Harman-Audisee – Associate Sponsor
* Black Dog Sparkling Water – Associate Sponsor
* Peroni – Associate Sponsor
* Oakwood Premier Prestige – Hospitality Partner
* Phase 1 – Event Partner
* Fever 104FM – Radio Partner

About Trousseau Week:
Conceptualized by Ms. Uzma Irfan – Executive Director, Prestige Group & Founder, Sublime Galleria in 2010, Trousseau Week is a one-stop solution for all Wedding Planning, Design and Consulting needs. Trousseau Week, which has grown to become a landmark annual wedding festival for all brides and grooms to be, was also awarded the ‘Biggest Fashion Event of the Year’ by Deccan Chronicle in 2011 and ‘Lifestyle Event of the Year’ by WOW Awards 2014 for ‘Trousseau Week 2013’. Visit the Official Website of Trousseau Week for more information – http://www.TrousseauWeek.com.

For further information:
Urmila Biswas
Mobile: +91 98860 99736
Email: contact@marchingantsllp.com
URL: http://www.TrousseauWeek.com

Sublime Galleria to Hold An Exclusive Exhibition of Paintings by Children from Christel House

The Collection will feature works by Children from Kindergarten to Grade 12, between 25th September and 25th October 2014.

Bangalore, India, September 25, 2014 — In continuation with their philanthropic endeavors to help communities through art, Sublime Galleria will hold an exclusive exhibition of paintings by the Children of Christel House, India. The collection will go LIVE on 25th September and continue till 25th October 2014, and would feature the works of kids from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

The theme of the exhibition is Art by Children and is not limited to focus on any one area, thus, allowing each child to explore the world around him/her through art. The medium of the paintings will be Acrylic on Canvas and the size of each work, would range from (2ft x 2ft) to (6ft x 8ft).

The children at Christel House, India belong to weaker sections of society and the medium of art has proved to be an effective way for them to express themselves creatively. Their Art Program is integral in shaping their personalities and is often seen to be therapeutic for them.

According to Raju Shahani, Managing Director, Christel House India, “At Christel House, we believe that our students can reach their highest potential with a cultivated capacity for imagination. We strive to channelize the creativity in every child by encouraging free expression through various art forms. Our Art Program is integral to our approach in shaping personalities of these impoverished children and helping them express themselves clearly and convincingly. We have found that this focus on art has at times been therapuetic for children going through any learning disability or emotional distress due to their abused background. We are grateful to Sublime Galleria for their offer space and resources to promote art talent of the Christel House children.”

Christel House & Art:
Christel House students have won several international awards and scholarships for their audio visual creations, another creative expression vertical, the most recent being the 2014 Adobe Youth Voices Scholarship. With 118 applications from around the world, three Christel House students from Bangalore made it to the list of Top 25, for their creative skills to change their communities. In another recent example, the children from Christel House India from Grade 7 and above worked for 5 months to develop a document on corruption that went on to win the Best Documentary Award (School Student Category) in the much acclaimed 3rd Bangalore Shorts International Film Festival in 2014. The children used path-breaking techniques for producing and directing the movie such as the Green Screen technique of shooting which is used to create special effects in professional cinema.

Christel House students also participate regularly in Berserk – a unique creative conference that helps hone a child’s artistic abilities.

The Christel House curriculum for the visual arts includes:
* Drawing & Painting
* Collage
* Printmaking
* Decoration
* Clay Modelling & Pottery
* Mask & Puppet Making
* Wall Mural
* Collaborating Art Projects
* Art History
* Photography & Film Making

About Christel House:
Christel House was founded in 1998 by Christel DeHaan, entrepreneur turned philanthropist. It opened five learning centers from 1999 to 2002. Currently Christel House provides education, food, and other assistance to over three thousand children globally.

Christel House’s approach is holistic. In addition to an education equal to that offered by India’s best educational institutions, it provides food, counselling and healthcare. Outside the Learning Center, it works to improve the home life of the students. It has a strong community outreach program that focuses on creating awareness and connection within the community. The aim is to bridge the gap between the home and the school environments and develop a strong parent-teacher team, united in the responsibility of raising the children well.

Finally, in its endeavor of ending the cycle of poverty in society, Christel House also offers guidance with continuing education and job placement after graduation.

In India, Christel House is the only charity that takes on children from Kindergarten and mentors them through Grade 12 and beyond into colleges and jobs. All donor contributions are used only for the children and not on general and administrative expenses of the school.

Christel House is a registered, non-profit organization for assisting impoverished children. It operates schools in the United States, Venezuela, South Africa, Mexico, and India. Visit www.in.christelhouse.org, for more details.

For Further Information Please Contact:
Urmila Biswas
Mob: +91 98860 99736
Email: contact@marchingantsllp.com
URL: http://www.sublimegalleria.com