Veera: The Origins of Courage

Feral Princess, Sacred Waters

Featuring performance by The Modern Natya Project (Swetha Prabakaran) Join us for the extraordinary premiere of Veera (“Courage”): the world’s first Carnatic-Baroque fusion dance opera. Set against the tranquil backdrop of Lake Elizabeth, Veera explores how bravery and resilience evolve in the face of hardship and community support. Woven with the words of famed Indian social reformers and pioneering female Opera composers, brought to life by breathtaking live musical accompaniment…this is not your average Bharatanatyam performance; it's an immersive experience, a conversation under the open sky. The Modern Natya Company presents this thoughtful, family-friendly exploration of how cultural traditions teach us about equitable leadership in service of others. 📷: Ben Estabrook _____________________ This event has ended. Please check our USAAF page for upcoming festival events.