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A performer stands on a stage dressed as a Shiva-like figure, holding a silver trident, with red-painted skin, a forehead marking, long dark hair, a red dhoti-style wrap, a leopard-print bodice, and layered red and orange rudraksha-style malas. Behind him a large green-lit ornate arch frames the scene, with a red-draped throne-like seat, a painted backdrop, and two decorated figures to the right. The stage is lit in red and blue, and a microphone stand is visible at the right edge.

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October 09 20122012-10-09A life-sized figure stands on a red-draped platform inside an ornate green-and-gold circular frame, holding a silver trident. The figure wears orange-red draped cloth, a multi-strand rudraksha and bead mala, a red and gold waist sash, and has long dark hair and a red tilak on the forehead. Behind the frame hang blue and white light beams and a backdrop of foliage, with two costumed statues in orange and green at right. The figure appears to be a wax or mannequin depiction rather than a living person. Pink and red stage lighting fills the hall.2012-10-09A figure stands on a stage lit in red and blue, holding a silver trident in the right hand and resting the left hand on the hip. The figure wears long dark swept-back hair, a red-orange dhoti-style garment with a leopard-print shawl over one shoulder, a rudraksha mala and a sash at the waist, with red arm bands. Behind is a large green and gold ornate arch flanked by two painted deity murti statues in golden garments.2012-10-09A performer dressed as a deity stands on a red-draped stage before a large green-and-gold ornate arch. He wears an orange-red dhoti and wrap, a red-and-white patterned sash, a rudraksha-style bead mala, bangles on both arms, and red forehead markings. He holds a trident in his right hand, with his left hand on his hip. Behind him are a dark red backdrop with blue light beams and two standing deity murti statues in ornate dress. Pink and purple stage lighting fills the room. This is a photograph of a costumed stage figure, not a clearly identified individual.2012-10-09October 09 20122012-10-09A man with long dark hair and a red-and-white tilak on his forehead sits on a red tiger-striped throne in front of a large ornate gold arch. He wears an orange-red dhoti and shawl, a leopard-print waist cloth, layered red and dark rudraksha-style malas and a gold necklace, and holds a silver trident in his right hand. Brass oil lamps stand on either side of the stage, and a colourful backdrop shows a cosmic red and purple sky.2012-09-14September 21 20122012-09-21A photograph of a figure standing on a leopard-print cloth in front of a large ornate red-and-gold circular frame, lit with red and green stage lights. The person wears a leopard-print sleeveless top, a red-and-gold dhoti, a long rudraksha mala and beaded necklaces, multiple red and gold bangles, and a vertical tilak on the forehead. The figure holds a silver trident in one hand and rests the other on the hip. Behind is a red throne-like seat with carved lion-form arms and a backdrop of night sky. a person is a figure with long swept-back hair and ornate ceremonial adornments, shown in a staged stage setting; the image appears staged rather than a satsang seating. One person is visible.2012-10-11A standing man on a stage wears an orange-red dhoti and a red-and-gold wrap over his shoulder, with a leopard-print cloth at his chest and a wide patterned sash at his waist. Multiple red and white rudraksha-style beaded malas hang on his chest, and red beaded bangles are on his wrists and ankles. He has a tilak on his forehead, long dark wavy hair, and holds a silver trident in his left hand while raising his right hand in greeting. Behind him is a large green-jeweled circular arch, and a dark tiger-striped throne-like seat stands at his back under red and blue stage lighting.2012-10-09October 11 20122012-10-11A performer dressed as a deity stands on a dark red throne with a decorative leopard-print cloth draped over its base, before a large ornate circular metal halo with embossed patterns. The figure wears a leopard-print bodice, a red-orange draped skirt, layered beaded necklaces, bangles and armbands, and holds a tall trident in one raised hand while smiling. Warm orange and yellow lighting fills the stage, with red and white flower garlands hung on the pillars at either side. The figure is a costumed performer rather than a clearly identifiable individual, so no identification is made.2012-09-21September 20 20122012-09-20