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Celebrate Diwali at Powerhouse Castle Hill
Powerhouse in collaboration with Consulate General of India, Sydney and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre will celebrate Diwali with a free program of music, dance and storytelling at Powerhouse Castle Hill on Saturday 26 October.
Diwali is a major cultural event for the Hindu, Sikh and Jain communities which symbolises the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance and good over evil.
The full day program will feature a range of cultural activities and events for all-ages, from a Bollywood inspired performance by Nrityam Sydney Dance Studio to Kiyara Dance Academy performing Odissi, an ancient Indian classical dance. Visitors can also join award-winning author Susanne Gervay OAM for a live reading of traditional Diwali stories and create rangoli artworks with Sandhya Srinivasan using coloured powders to symbolise the happiness, positivity and liveliness of the home. Throughout the day, visitors can join curator and community led tours exploring Indian textiles from the Powerhouse Collection.
Powerhouse Chief Executive Lisa Havilah said, ‘We are excited to be partnering with The Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre to celebrate Diwali at Powerhouse Castle Hill for the first time.’
Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre Director Niyati Mehta said, ‘The Consulate General of India, Sydney and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre are delighted to partner with the Powerhouse Museum on the happy occasion of Diwali, the festival of lights. It is a time to celebrate good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. Through India's rich and vibrant culture - its art, music and dance, we are celebrating Diwali with community, and invite you all to join us on this happy and fun occasion.
To learn more about Diwali at Powerhouse Castle Hill visit powerhouse.com.au
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About Powerhouse
Powerhouse sits at the intersection of arts, design, science and technology and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. We are undertaking a landmark $1.2 billion infrastructure renewal program, spearheaded by the creation of the new museum, Powerhouse Parramatta; expanded research and public facilities at Powerhouse Castle Hill; the renewal of the iconic Powerhouse Ultimo; and the ongoing operation of Sydney Observatory. The museum is custodian to over half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia. We are also undertaking an expansive digitisation project that will provide new levels of access to the Powerhouse Collection.
About Consulate General of India
The Consulate General of India was established in Sydney in 1941 as the Trade Commission of India. Its role is to extend consular services and to augment relations between India and the states of New South Wales and South Australia. The Consulate deals with a range of matters including politics, economics, commerce, investment, culture, and development cooperation with the objective of promoting India's relations with Australia.
About Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre
Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre was established by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, Government of India to build and promote cultural relations between India and Australia. Its objective is to share India’s rich and vibrant culture and foster closer cultural bridges between India and Australia. From music and dance, to art and literature, the Centre offers a vibrant range of activities and events.