Name: SEVENS (dance)
Start: 2025-10-19T19:30:00+01:00
Location: Universal Hall Promotions

SEVENS
Sunday 19th October 2025, 7.30pm
Universal Hall, Findhorn
SEVENS, a triple bill of Bharatanatyam and Kathak dance with live music from one of the UK’s leading choreographers of classical Indian dance.
Conceptualised and choreographed by award-winning Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer Nina Rajarani MBE, with an original music score by composers Y Yadavan and Shammi Pithia.
Through the medium of Bharatanatyam and Kathak, and originally composed live music, ‘SEVENS’ will explore the sacred, and sometimes sinful, significance of the number seven.
From playful and energetic, to soulful and contemplative, the show will take audiences on an emotion-filled and entertaining journey.
Seven Snags: A flirtatious courtship, the choreographic equivalent of an obstacle race, this fast-paced ensemble is rhythmic, full of exciting dynamics and laced with challenging cross-rhythms.
Seven Steps: A duet by Nina Rajarani MBE and vocalist/composer Y Yadavan, based on ‘saptapadi’ (seven steps) – the most important rite of a Hindu marriage ceremony. With each step, the couple take a vow that is beautiful, simple and timeless.
Seven Sins: The age-old concept of rights and wrongs, performed by the full ensemble of seven dancers and musicians. This thought-provoking, nuanced piece questions the very perception, and challenges what have become social norms.
“Rajarani’s take on classical Indian dance is invigorating.” – The Sunday Times
“The highlight was the deeply moving vocal, composed and sung faultlessly by Yadavan” – The Independent
SEVENS will run for 90 minutes including 15 minutes interval and is suitable for ages 9+
£14 General Admission | £12 Concessions | £6 Under 16’s *
*We are offering a free carer/companion ticket for any disabled or wheelchair-user audience members throughout our shows this season. Please note that it is helpful if this is booked in advance via the WeGotTickets website, so that we can ensure that there is adequate accessible seating reserved on the day/night of the event.
Wheelchair access, or entry for people with a disability is available from the side entrance, by the Phoenix Café.
Tickets for our Autumn 2025 events can also be purchased in person at the Phoenix Shop, Findhorn. These will be available for purchase from late July 2025.