In Collaboration with Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay

A vibrant celebration of Indian Traditional Folk Arts 2025!

Download the Programme Booklet to learn about the organising team, performances, performers, and art forms.

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On 29th and 30th August 2025, the DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at the Esplanade will come alive with the sights and sounds of Anandha Kondaattam 2025, a vibrant folk arts festival that celebrates movement, memory, and multicultural connection.

The upcoming Anandha Kondaattam 2025 will be a vibrant celebration of Singapore's Indian diasporic communities and the broader society, reflecting the shared values of SG60. As part of Singapore's 60th independence anniversary celebrations, the festival will align with SG60’s theme, "Building Our Singapore Together," by showcasing the rich traditions of Indian folk arts while fostering unity and cultural bonds.

Aprproximaterly 100 performers, local and international artists, will take the stage to present immersive showcases rooted in Indian folk traditions with contemporary twists. The festival will feature interactive audience segments, bilingual hosts, and performances that span sub-ethnic expressions within Singapore’s Indian community - Tamils, Malayalees, Sikhs, Gujaratis, alongside collaborations with other cultural groups.

Backed by 20 over arts organisations and a committed team of 70 volunteers and crew members, Anandha Kondaattam 2025 is expected to draw over 5,000 audience members and will continue to champion cultural preservation, creative innovation, and community bonding.

Come be a part of this evolving legacy, to protect, promote and preserve our traditional folk arts!

Programme Highlights

Folk Dance and Music Showcases

International Guest Performers

Original, Live Music Compositions

Audience Interaction Segments

Festival Team 2025

Our team is a dynamic group of experienced individuals who have come together to volunteer and make a difference. United by a shared passion for traditional folk arts and culture, we are dedicated to promoting and preserving our rich heritage. Each member brings unique skills and enthusiasm to our mission, ensuring that our cultural legacy continues to thrive.

T Raja Segar

Project Advisor

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Japhire Gopi Kannan

Project Advisor

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Bhavani Selva Kumar

Project Advisor

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Subbu Adaikalavan

Producer

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Karthikeyan Somasundaram

Creative Director

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Paul Jacob

Music Director

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Sreedevy Sivarajasingam

Dance Director

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K.Jayaprema

Production Manager

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R Venga

Stage Director

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Logeshwari Durairaj

Assistant Production Manager

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Subbiah Saravanan Kasi

Assistant Production Manager

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Lionell Heeran

Assistant Production Manager

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Bhagavathi

Costumes and Make-up Lead

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Vishnu Vardni

Digital Publications Lead

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