ASTITVA: Lakeside Arts 17th November 2026
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ASTITVA meaning existence, is a ground-breaking, powerful, and evocative dance production by award-winning choreographer Jaivant Patel, offering a rare and moving portrayal of British-Indian gay men.
Delving into universal emotions we all share, ASTITVA brings Queer South Asian stories to the forefront, inviting audiences to connect, resonate, reflect, and celebrate the beauty of being human.
Whether you’re drawn to dance, storytelling, or the exploration of diverse identities, ASTITVA offers something profound and deeply relatable. It holds up a mirror to our own lives, our families, and our shared values, while daring us to imagine new possibilities.
ASTITVA is funded by Arts Council England and supported by Fabric.
Concept, Direction & Choreography – Jaivant Patel
Performers – Dominic Coffey, Amar Bains, Aaron Baksh
Composer – Alap Desai
Lighting Designer – K J
Outside Eyes – Ben Wright, Eva Martinez
Consultant Producer – Spin Arts
Marketing & PR – Hardish Virk
Costumes – Javed Memon, Jaivant Patel
#JPCoAstitva #LetsCreate #JaivantPatelCompany
Promotional Branding by Boneshaker Photography
Image courtesy of Karol Wyszynski Photography.
Delving into universal emotions we all share, ASTITVA brings Queer South Asian stories to the forefront, inviting audiences to connect, resonate, reflect, and celebrate the beauty of being human.
Whether you’re drawn to dance, storytelling, or the exploration of diverse identities, ASTITVA offers something profound and deeply relatable. It holds up a mirror to our own lives, our families, and our shared values, while daring us to imagine new possibilities.
ASTITVA is funded by Arts Council England and supported by Fabric.
Concept, Direction & Choreography – Jaivant Patel
Performers – Dominic Coffey, Amar Bains, Aaron Baksh
Composer – Alap Desai
Lighting Designer – K J
Outside Eyes – Ben Wright, Eva Martinez
Consultant Producer – Spin Arts
Marketing & PR – Hardish Virk
Costumes – Javed Memon, Jaivant Patel
#JPCoAstitva #LetsCreate #JaivantPatelCompany
Promotional Branding by Boneshaker Photography
Image courtesy of Karol Wyszynski Photography.
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Where is it happening?
Lakeside Arts, University Boulevard ,Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Host or PublisherJaivant Patel Company
