Natyanjali in Thirunallar

• There is always a crowd at the getes of the temple in Thirunallar, the home of 'sani bhagawan'.
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• This place falls under Puduchery ( Pondicherry) and is managed by the Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Dept of the state.
• The department now hosts the Natyanjali here, with support from local rasikas and Padma Subrahmanyam's team - the latter arranges for dancers to perform here.
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• The temple is not stunning, nor is the community hall the best space for dance.
• Executive office Panneerselvan tells us that there was a crowd for the recitals on Sivaratri night while there are 200 to 300 people on the other evenings.
• He says the artistes are happy performing here. "We even provide accommodation to touring dancers," he says.