Reframing the Stage – Rethinking Dance Professionalism in Sri Lanka EP-01

Context

In this inaugural episode, host Dhanushka Seneviratne is joined by Dr.Ravibhandu Vidhyapathi, one of the most esteemed Multidisciplinary artists in Sri Lanka. In Reframing the Stage: Conversations on Dance, Pedagogy, and Progress. This episode explores the evolving landscape of the Sri Lankan dance industry in a rapidly changing world. What does it mean to be a “professional” dancer today? How do we define and measure dance professionalism within Sri Lanka’s unique cultural and artistic context? We delve into the critical role of dance research, the urgent need to rethink traditional dance curricula, and why emerging dancers must be given platforms to grow, innovate, and lead. This conversation invites educators, artists, and students to reflect on the future of dance as both an art form and a profession