Projects
Our work aspires to be entertaining, surprising and to celebrate our belief that the Arts of South Asia are universal in their appeal.
Art Asia and Arts University Bournemouth: A Creative Partnership in Colour and Community
The collaboration has enhanced the festival’s visual identity while giving students valuable hands-on experience in producing large-scale work for a live cultural event. Selected designs are professionally printed and displayed across the Mela site, transforming its stages and spaces into a vivid showcase of creativity and heritage. Together, Art Asia and AUB continue to show how art and education can unite to celebrate culture, innovation and collaboration across the region.
Art Asia Supports Premiere of New Dance Theatre Production, Holy Dirt
Blending South Asian traditions with contemporary performance, Holy Dirt encouraged audiences to reflect on identity, culture and our bond with the natural world. Through dance, music and striking imagery, it captured the Mela’s spirit of creativity and collaboration. The premiere also reflected Art Asia’s ongoing commitment to supporting innovative artists and new forms of expression.
Harmony Junction: a Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Hubs collaboration
A new song and resources adapted by Southampton and IOW Music Hubs for Creative Cross Currents Project.
Belonging Project
Commissioned by Southampton City Council as part of the Mayflower story in its 400th year Belonging is the retelling of stories of individuals and communities who have made Southampton their home and a place where they feel they belong.
