GitaWise Annual Day: A Divine Journey Through Time
On September 7, the Duluth High School auditorium was transformed into a lively spiritual haven as GitaWise hosted its annual day celebration, an event dedicated to the reverence of Lord Krishna. This spectacular showcase, attended by over 300 community members, featured over 90 talented students who took to the stage, enchanting the audience with mesmerizing dances and thought-provoking dramas.
[Left] GitaWise Annual Day was a perfect mix of spiritual and cultural celebration.
This year’s event was distinctively themed “Back to the Future,” created about the changing modes of devotion through time. The different yugas, Satya, Treta, Dwapara, and Kali, are known for exemplifying varying characteristics of deity worship. Despite their differences, all of these paths to devotion are significant in their ways as the overarching concept of carrying love towards Lord Krishna prevails. The creative presentation highlighted the spiritual evolution of humanity, traversing the various yugas.
Scenes from Lord Krishna’s life mesmerized the audience.
The performance commenced with four young girls embodying the influences of Kaliyuga: laziness, confusion, and disorientation. As they struggled to find their way, Lord Krishna appeared, guiding them on a transformative journey through the yugas. This poignant depiction illustrated the eternal relevance of Lord Krishna’s teachings, illuminating the path to spiritual realization. In addition to this performance, the event showcased an array of captivating performances, each one reflecting a facet of Lord Krishna’s divine glory. From elegant Kuchipudi to vibrant folk dances, every presentation was infused with devotion and passion.
In addition to these traditional performances, three dramas titled Sakshigopal, Krishna Lifts Govardhan Hill, and Dhruva were performed, each with ornate props and costumes. These performances featured voice recording overlays by the students alongside passionate theatrical performances. As the students’ performances brought Lord Krishna’s stories to life, the audience was captivated by the enduring significance of His teachings. Community benefits from GitaWise’s philanthropic contributions, which have exceeded $100,000 over the past 8 years, supporting social causes and projects worldwide. Each year, GitaWise donates to temples, ashrams, and other nonprofits in the United States and India.
This remarkable event would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of the GitaWise team, parents, and students. Their collective dedication serves as a shining inspiration to embark on a similar journey of spiritual exploration, bringing families, students, and community together.
As the curtains closed on this extraordinary celebration, the audience departed with hearts filled with joy, minds enriched with spiritual insights, and souls nourished by the divine presence of Lord Krishna.
Rasagna Vuppala, a student in the GitaWise collegiate team, remarks, “Not only was I able to share my understanding of lessons from the Gita to over 300 people in the audience, but I was also very inspired by all the programs to apply this wisdom.” Sonika Tatipalli adds, “Having been a part of GitaWise for the past 11 years, I was so grateful for the opportunity to emcee the event. It was a full-circle moment for me, from a young student learning the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita to now playing a role in sharing those lessons with others.”
| Remember, we have new Website Bonus Features that are not in the print magazine. Every time you see the W symbol in the print magazine, you can go to our website to see additional print or audiovisual material! |
|
Submitting your report for consideration in Around Town Please send post event reports for consideration in the Around Town section to AroundTown@khabar.com. Publication of reports is based on several criteria including the volume of reports submitted for a given issue. Guidelines for the reports are on our website at http://www.khabar.com/magazine/around-town/guidelines_for_submitting_reports_to_around_town. Deadline: 15th of each month—for consideration in the following month. However, chances of inclusion are better if reports are received well in advance of the deadline – where possible, e.g. within 3-7 days of the event.
|
Enjoyed reading Khabar magazine? Subscribe to Khabar and get a full digital copy of this Indian-American community magazine.
