Visakhapatnam will experience a new wave of creative expression with the city’s first dapostar workshop. Scheduled to take place this weekend at the VUDA Park, the event will introduce participants to dapostar, a type of flow art — a vibrant fusion of movement and object manipulation that has captivated audiences worldwide. Organised by Local Hungama, this workshop is designed to bring together beginners, enthusiasts, and experienced practitioners for an immersive experience in dapostar, that combines spinning, dance, and martial arts.
The event will be led by Visakhapatnam flow artist and instructor, Tarakesh Kolli, who has been instrumental in introducing this art form to the city. The concept of dapostar originated in Barcelona, Spain, with layered stretchable fabric that formed a star-shaped flow prop. This prop took the world by surprise with its gravity-defying flow which evoked euphoria, elevated energies and relieved stress.
“It’s more than just a performance art; it’s a meditative practice that helps individuals connect with their bodies, improve focus, and express themselves creatively. With dapostar, control is the key. It feels fascinating learning how to control a piece of perfectly engineered eight-cornered cloth using your hands, fingers and sometimes, the whole body.
It’s a kind of a modern dynamic self expression that helps in movement coordination and facilitates understanding of your body and mind,” says Tarakesh. He came across the flow art f.