The Narthaki Podcast| EP6 | In Conversation with Vaibhav Arekar

Success on stage is often measured in applause. But what about everything that happens before the curtain rises? Episode 6 of the Narthaki Podcast brings you an engaging conversation with one of India's most compelling Bharatanatyam artists, Vaibhav Arekar, an acclaimed performer, choreographer, teacher, and founder of Sankhya Dance Company. Known for his ability to find the contemporary within the classical, Vaibhav has spent decades shaping a body of work that is both rooted in tradition and fearless in its artistic inquiry. Hosted by Dr. Anita Ratnam, this episode moves beyond performance to explore the realities of building an artistic life. Together, they discuss the challenges of sustaining a dance company, the responsibilities of leadership, the delicate balance between administration and artistry, and the discipline it takes to remain committed to the process of creation. How does a choreographer continue to innovate without losing sight of tradition? What does it mean to lead a company while nurturing the next generation of dancers? And how do artists find the resilience to keep creating in an ever-changing cultural landscape? Insightful, candid, and filled with moments of reflection, this conversation invites dancers, students, arts practitioners, and anyone fascinated by the creative process to look beyond the spotlight and into the work that makes it all possible. 🎧 Tune in on Spotify 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube Credits: Produced by Dr. Anita Ratnam ‪‪‪@anitaratnam‬ Guest Artist : Vaibhav Arekar ‪@vaibhavarekar Music: Himanshu Ambekar and Shantanu Pandey ‪@himanshuambekar4233‬ Camera: Contouse Studios Podcast Management: Vyom Arts Management Venture #podcast #thenarthakipodcast #anitaratnam #NARTHAKI