Some performances whisper. Others demand attention. And then there are those that wrap themselves around an audience, leaving them spellbound. Sringaram—Tales of Love promises to be one of those rare experiences at the Adelaide Fringe Festival 2025. A dance, a story, a moment in time—crafted with precision and emotion.
Choreographed in the classical South Indian form of Bharatanatyam, Sringaram is not just movement—it is poetry in motion. Every flick of the wrist, every tilt of the head carries a narrative as ancient as time itself. The performance explores femininity, desire, and love in its myriad shades. There’s grace, yes, but beneath it lies an unshakable force. Swaroopa Prameela Unni, the artist at the centre of this spectacle, moves with a quiet authority, commanding attention not through grand gestures but through the sheer intensity of her presence.
Her performances have been described as both gentle and unyielding. Theatre critic Hannah Molloy captured it best: “Her movement, always so graceful and gentle, has an unmistakable steel that tells us to sit up and listen and to think more deeply.” And listen, the audience must.
Set against a backdrop of spoken word and evocative music, Sringaram unfolds as a deeply personal exploration of womanhood. The dancer is grounded yet weightless, powerful yet delicate—embodying the duality that defines love itself. It’s not a linear tale but rather a series of moments strung together, much like life’s own unpredictable rhythm.
Swaroopa’s journey has taken her across continents, from New Zealand to Australia, leaving an imprint on every stage she has graced. She has performed at the Dunedin Fringe Festival, the Tempo Dance Festival, and the Dunedin Arts Festival, among others. Her work has been recognised by choreographic commissions from Ōtepoti Dance and The Blueroom Theatre, and now, she brings her artistry to the Adelaide Fringe, ready to introduce audiences to the world of Sringaram.
This is not a dance show to be merely watched. It is one to be felt. Every gesture carries centuries of storytelling tradition, yet there’s an unmistakable contemporary pulse. Love, longing, and self-discovery entwine in a performance that invites its audience to reflect on their own journeys.
For those who seek an evening of profound beauty, Sringaram—Tales of Love is not to be missed. The performance will run on 21 and 22 March at the Star Theatre, Hilton. The stage will belong to Swaroopa—but the emotions it stirs will belong to the audience.
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