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A stage performance in front of a dark blue draped curtain. On the left, a figure in an orange saffron robe and orange dhoti, with long dark hair, a white flower in the hair and a multicolour flower garland, holds a microphone and gestures toward the other figure. On the right, a performer in a golden-yellow tunic and dhoti wears a gold crown, a red and yellow flower garland and a gold arm band, and holds a microphone beside a red-cushioned black chair. Both stand barefoot on a shiny grey stage floor. The scene looks like a staged dialogue or drama.

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A stage performance against a deep blue draped curtain. On the left, a standing performer with long dark wig and white flower in hair wears a saffron-orange dhoti and shawl with a red-and-gold border, with a red-and-white garland, bending forward and holding a pink cloth. Seated on a black chair at right, a performer in gold and yellow costume with a gold crown wears a red and yellow flower garland and a gold armband, lowering his head while the standing figure reaches toward his forehead. Bare feet on a glossy grey stage floor.2010-09-08A staged performance on a bare stage with a dark blue curtain backdrop. A standing performer in an orange tunic and orange dhoti with a green-and-gold border, a white flower in the hair and a red-and-white flower garland, bends forward while holding a folded pink cloth. Seated on a plain chair is a performer in gold and yellow costume with a gold crown, red flower garland and gold armband, gesturing with one hand toward his chest. The stage floor reflects both figures. The performance appears to be a drama or role-play rather than a formal ritual.2010-09-08A stage performance in front of a dark blue draped curtain. A seated man in a gold crown and gold silk dhoti and kurta, with a red and yellow flower garland and dark wavy wig-like hair, holds a handheld microphone to his mouth while touching his ear with his other hand. Standing at left, a figure in an orange robe and orange dhoti with a white flower garland and a pink sleeve holds a microphone toward him, facing him. Both are barefoot on a grey stage floor. The seated actor appears costumed in royal attire rather than in any identifiable role of a real person.2010-09-08A stage performance photograph in a hall with a dark blue curtain and a red-brown backdrop. On the left, a performer with long dark hair wears a gold crown, an orange-yellow dhoti and shawl, and a red and multicolour flower garland, holding a microphone in folded hands. Facing him on the right, a shaved-headed man in plain white dhoti and shawl with bare chest holds a microphone and joins his palms in greeting. A red chair sits at the right edge. Both stand barefoot on a glossy floor.2010-09-08A stage performance in front of a dark blue draped curtain. On the left, a man with long, dark, swept-back hair wears an orange saffron wrap over white clothes and a bead necklace, smiling and standing beside a red-and-black chair. In the centre, a shaved-headed man in plain white dhoti and shawl, bare-chested, smiles and gathers his cloth. On the right, a man wears an ornate gold crown, orange-gold garments and a red and white flower garland, and stands with hands clasped. A partially visible person in white stands at the far right edge. The stage floor is glossy grey.2010-09-08October 09 20082008-10-09A stage event with a standing young man in saffron-orange dhoti and shawl, a red-and-orange garland, and bangles, holding a handheld microphone and sunglasses. Opposite him, a seated figure in white dhoti with gold waist sash and a gold crown speaks into a stand microphone. A brass oil lamp with white flower garlands stands between them against a blue block wall. Behind the seated figure is a framed portrait of a smiling figure in saffron robes with a beaded garland, surrounded by marigold, rose and white flower garlands. Red carpet and potted palm leaves frame the stage.2007-12-24Indoor stage photograph against a navy blue curtain with a pale grey wall at left. A bald man in white ritual clothing, bare-chested with a rudraksha mala and a gold bracelet, sits on a black chair holding a white cloth and smiling toward a kneeling performer. The performer wears an ornate gold crown, a long dark wig, an orange-gold silk garment and a red and green flower garland, and holds a microphone out to the seated man. A small purple logo appears at upper left.2010-09-08A photograph of a stage event against a dark blue draped curtain. A person kneeling on the left wears an ornate gold crown with red and green jewels, long dark hair, and a golden-orange shawl over an orange garment, holding a handheld microphone and gesturing toward a seated man. The seated man on the right is bald, bare-chested, wears a white dhoti-style cloth draped over his lap and shoulder, a rudraksha mala, and a bangle, sitting on a black chair with a red seat and speaking into the exchange. The scene appears to be a discourse or satsang style exchange.2010-09-08A stage performance with a red floor and a dark backdrop. A child kneels at left in a costume of a monkey-like figure with a red tail, gold crown, yellow sash, teal and red garments, and a white flower garland, holding a microphone toward a seated figure. The seated figure at right wears an orange turban, orange robes with a red-bordered shawl, and a beaded necklace, sitting on a black plastic chair in front of a white painted backdrop with blue accents. Another orange-clad person is partly visible at the far right edge.2011-12-12A person in a gold ornate crown and golden-yellow dhoti and shawl, with a red and green flower garland around the neck and a silver collar, sits on a wooden chair on a stage. He rests one hand on his forehead with a thoughtful pose and holds a small black staff in the other hand. Behind him hangs a dark blue draped curtain, and the stage floor is pale grey and reflective. The look suggests a costumed dramatic performance rather than a ritual.2010-09-08December 12 20112011-12-12