KALAI
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Sunday January 19, 2025
- Evangeline | Ace Hotel Toronto
- 51 Camden St
Join us at Ace Hotel for KALAI, a celebration of Tamil artistry in modern spaces in honour of Tamil Heritage Month. Hosted in partnership with Sunthar, a trailblazing queer Tamil creative, the event reflects Ace Hotel’s commitment to inclusivity and progressive cultural narratives.
The evening features a 45-minute panel and fireside chat exploring themes like From Roots to Renaissance, reimagining ancient Tamil traditions, and Breaking Barriers, honouring Tamil Canadian creatives driving change. A mixer will follow, fostering connections within Toronto’s vibrant creative community.
We’re thrilled to introduce our incredible speakers for KALAI, each embodying the vibrant evolution of Tamil artistry:
Yanchan Produced – A Canadian-Tamil producer, mixing engineer, and vocalist celebrated for blending South Indian percussion (Mridangam) with urban hip-hop and pop. With over 7 million Spotify streams, Yanchan’s work bridges Tamil heritage and contemporary music while fostering platforms for independent creators.
Anoshinie – A classically trained Bharatanatyam dancer who fuses traditional Indian dance with Western styles like hip-hop and jazz funk. Her storytelling through movement captivates audiences and embodies the dynamic evolution of Tamil artistry.
Their inspiring work celebrates tradition while pushing boundaries, sparking conversations about identity, culture, and innovation. Get ready to be captivated by their stories and insights as we explore the journey From Roots to Renaissance and honour those Breaking Barriers.
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