Aditi Mangaldas is a pioneering force in the world of Indian classical dance, acclaimed for her mastery and innovation in the Kathak tradition. Trained under two of Kathak’s most revered gurus—Shrimati Kumudini...
Chennai-born Swapnasundari is a leading bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer. Renowned for physical eloquence and deft improvisational skill, she explores poetic and divine themes with a playful touch and also possesses superb skills...
Unlike many other classical traditions, India’s ancient treatises on classical music have always cited dance as an integral part of music rather than a separate (or related) activity. It is said that...
Unlike many other classical traditions, India’s ancient treatises on classical music have always cited dance as an integral part of music rather than a separate (or merely related) activity. It is said...
Odissi is one of the eight classical dance forms of India, originating from the temples of Odisha. Known for its graceful movements, sculptural poses, and expressive storytelling, Odissi combines fluid upper-body gestures...
Kathak is one of the major classical dance forms of India, originating in the northern region of the subcontinent. The word “Kathak” comes from the Sanskrit word katha, meaning “story,” and kathakar,...
Bharatanatyam is one of the oldest and most respected classical dance forms of India, originating in Tamil Nadu. Its roots trace back to the temples of South India, where it was performed...
Nahid Siddiqui is one of the world’s leading kathak dancers. She infuses deep, personal artistry into the interpretation of the music and text, superbly utilising the style’s core elements – intricate hand...
Mavin Khoo status as one of bharatanatyam’s most exciting modern innovators demonstrates the global reach of the tradition. The dance form originated in Tamil Nadu, but Khoo is Malaysian-born, and learned it...
Madhavi Mudgal is a living legend of odissi dance, renowned for deep insight into its history and current evolution. Born as the daughter of Vinay Chandra Maudgalya, the founder of a famous...