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‘She was electrifying’: Nation mourns the loss of Yamini Krishnamurti, a trailblazing Indian classical dancer
August 04, 2024 1:56 pm
“She's the reason why I am dancing,” says Geeta Chandran, a renowned Bharatanatyam dancer who knew Krishnamurti personally
Why 'Chamkila' should make us think about caste realities
May 16, 2024 1:41 pm
Indians' art, sexuality were stigmatised by the colonial state. Why haven't we gotten rid of that legacy?
'Parents should consider teaching kids Indian classical dance due to its multifaceted benefits': Kathak exponent Dr Parul Purohit Vats
August 09, 2023 2:43 pm
In the present era, with its obsession for instant fame and technology-driven platforms, aspiring dancers often miss out on the profound exploration of the intricacies, depth, and spiritual essence of Indian classical dance that fosters long-term evolution and success, said Dr Parul Purohit Vats
Aditi Mangaldas: 'As artistes, we must have the courage to ask uncomfortable questions'
November 19, 2022 5:22 pm
"Dance forms came into being with a set of stories. But as the river progressed, along its journey, the stories changed. As practitioners of classical dance forms, we have to be aware that stories have changed, and we need to know the pulse of contemporary work," she said.
'Nritya Katha': Book introduces children to Indian classical dance forms
November 14, 2022 4:07 pm
"Nritya Katha: Indian Dance Stories for Children", illustrated by Moldova-based illustrator Natalia Suruba, is a collection of nine stories featuring different dance forms, ranging from Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Manipuri to Kathakali, Kathak, Chhau, Mohiniyattam and Sattriya
Mohan Khokhar and MK Saroja: Two lives steeped in dance
September 21, 2022 12:15 pm
Eminent dance historian and academic Mohan Khokhar and his wife and Bharatanatyam exponent MK Saroja, whose lives were devoted to dance, were honoured in a two-day event in the Capital
Singapore's doyenne of Indian classical dance dies
February 27, 2022 4:13 pm
Aside from her knowledge of traditional Indian performance arts, Bhaskar was also known for her keen interest in other cultural art forms
'I started at 23, and at 59, I'm still dancing': Shiamak Davar
April 29, 2021 12:13 pm
"Deepika is a really good dancer. Alia picks up everything. Nora is a lovely, gifted dancer. But, my favorite would be Helen ji -- an epitome of class," says the ace Bollywood choreographer on the occasion of International Dance Day
Margazhi Kutcheri Season 2019: Rasika Ranjani Sabha has it all for a memorable concert experience
December 31, 2019 12:54 pm
From chair lifts to ramps and lifts, Rasika Ranjani Sabha has left no stone unturned to ensure that senior citizens and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) have a comfortable experience during concerts.
Margazhi Kutcheri Season 2019: Top artistes to perform at Mylapore Fine Arts Club
December 12, 2019 5:34 pm
From K J Yesudas to Bombay Jayashri, here are the A-listers whose performances you can catch at the Mylapore Fine Arts Club this Margazhi season.
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