Meshground is a vibrant platform dedicated to socially conscious movement arts and original performances. Co-founded by Umeshi Rajeendra and Shonaka Ranatunga, our mission is to harness the transformative power of dance as a tool for critical inquiry and social mobilization. We strive to create thought-provoking performances that challenge the status quo and inspire audiences to engage with pressing social and environmental issues.

As a non-profit initiative, Meshground fosters an artistic and educational community that introduces innovative methodologies and fresh perspectives on movement. Through diverse projects and collaborations, we have established ourselves as a key player in contemporary dance practices, research, and performances in Sri Lanka. Our interdisciplinary approach encourages a rich exploration of the human experience, inviting audiences to perceive the world through alternative lenses. By centering the body as a site of knowledge and activism, we are committed to fostering a more just and equitable society through performance, artistic education, and community-building.

Together with a collective of artists and thinkers, the Meshground team invites all who share our values to join us in building a community that elevates dance through thinking, doing, and creating. This transformative process aims to awaken humanity’s potential and envision an inclusive, sustainable future for all living beings.

We express deep gratitude for the land we inhabit and honor the wisdom passed down through generations—from the people we encounter to the vast oceans that surround us.