Historic Kartik Dance to be Performed from November 12
Summary
The historic Kartik Dance will be performed for 12 days from November 12 at Kartik Dabali in Patan Durbar, Lalitpur. Organizers say the centuries-old festival, linked to Malla-era traditions, is being scaled back because of funding shortages and a lack of trained artists.
Key Points
- The historic Kartik Dance will begin on Friday, November 12, at Kartik Dabali in Patan Durbar, Lalitpur, and continue daily for 12 days.
- Officials say the dance dates back to the Malla period and is tied to religious, cultural, and Newar community traditions.
- The performance has gradually been shortened over the years because of financial constraints, fewer trained artists, and limited government support.
- The Dance Conservation Committee plans to create an endowment fund of Rs 10 crore to sustain the tradition and train the next generation.
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