MELA 2023


Nottingham's South Asian Festival of Art and Culture returns to NAE this September. MELA 23 LAUNCH CELEBRATION FRIDAY 8 SEPT 6-8PM FREE, PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCE Join us for the official launch of Mela 23. Find out about the festival programme, enjoy delicious food and amazing music by Harkiran & Harminder Sahota. Ranging from Indian […]

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Mela: Meditative Raag Recital Live Music


We’re bringing the Mela Festival to a close with a beautiful raag recital by Harkiran Sahota and Akash Parekar, immersing you ‘In Joy’ with live sitar and tabla. ALL WELCOME | FREE | BOOK IN ADAVANCE                     Click on the programme to download it.

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Mela: In Body, In Joy Dance and Movement Workshop


Shazia Nazir is a Choreographer and student of Kathak Dance. This workshop will explore how joy is experienced within the body, encouraging creative movement within a safe and non-discriminatory space. WOMEN ONLY | AGES 18+ | FREE | BOOK IN ADVANCE

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Mela: Live Music with World Jam


In collaboration with local music collective World Jam, we’re bringing you mellow music and poetry in the café, perfect for a chilled Sunday afternoon! ALL WELCOME | FREE | DROP IN

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Mela: Poetry and Spoken Word Circle


Join local and intergenerational poetry collective Kavya Raang, for an informal sharing of poetry and spoken word, with the NAE Open Exhibition as a unique backdrop. ALL WELCOME | FREE | DROP IN

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Mela: Bhangra Workshop


Vijay Mehay will take you through an energetic and fun Bhangra session, suitable for everyone. AGES 18+ | FREE | BOOK IN ADVANCE Organised in partnership with LW Arts

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Mela: Sora Chitro Workshop


Inspired by Sora Chitro, a traditional Indian Folk Art style, join visual artist Ismail Khokon to create your very own expression of Joy using clay and acrylics. ALL WELCOME | FREE | DROP IN

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Mela: Yoga and Live Music


Parmjit Sagoo will guide you through a gentle and calming yoga session, accompanied by the soothing sounds of live sitar and tabla by Harkiran Sahota and Akash Parekar. AGES 18+ | FREE | BOOK IN ADVANCE

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