Lecture & Demonstration in Kuchipudi Dance
Presented by Joyce Flueckiger & Sasikala Penumarthi- Emory University.
Kathak (North Indian) Dance Performance by Uma Dogra
A Kathak classical dance performance by Uma Dogra. Uma Dogra is one of the best known classical dancers in India, specializing in the Kathak style of dance. Kathak dance became popular after the 15th century in India in both Hindu and Muslim circles and was well known in temples, royal courts, as well as private …
Bharata Natyam
A lecture/demonstration by Ms. Suparna Banerjee, a noted choreographer, dancer, and scholar of performing arts from Pune, India.
An Andal Evening: An Evening of Music, Classical Dance, and Discussion
A public lecture, music and dance based on the works of Andal, a ninth century female saint from south India. This presentation is part of the UF Religion, Literature and the Performing Arts series. The program will include: Dance based on Andal's poem "A Thousand Elephants..." (varanam ayiram) Musical renderings of Andal's Tiruppavai Brief demonstration …
Triveni Sangam: A Confluence of Three Classical Indian Dance Forms
A dance recital featuring Odissi, Kuchipudi, and Bharat Natyam dances. Featuring Amritha Alladi, Vrinda Devi, Anapayini Jakupko, Swati Mahalaxmi, Vinata Vedam. Music by Mathura Alladi. Tickets are available for purchase at India Bazaar. Tickets: $50 or $20 ($25 at door); Students, $10. For further prices and information, contact Vrinda Devi at 316-1559. Sponsored by the …
Asian Adventure: A Family Day
Join us at the Harn Museum of Art for an Asian Adventure! The event offers live dance performances, tours of Highlights from the Asian Collection, and opportunities to create your own art inspired by Asia. 1 – 4 pm: Ruth Sheng will demonstrate traditional Chinese calligraphy. 1:15 pm: Dr. Vinata Vedam, Bharata Natyam dancer, dance …
Sangeet Sammelan 2011- The Wedding of Andal
A classical dance performance by The Jathiswara School of Dance and Music. Featuring Mathura Alladi, along with Jenie Chandirasegar and the Students of the Jathiswara School of Dance and Music. Andal was a ninth century woman poet from south India. Her songs in the Tamil language are recited, set to music, choreographed and danced, and …
Gatha Odissi
A traditional Indian dance performance by the Orissa Dance Academy. The Center for World Music and CHiTra proudly present Gatha Odissi by the Orissa Dance Academy. Tickets may be purchased here. Discounts available if purchased before April 4th.
Celebrate India at the Harn Family Day!
Learn traditions of Indian culture in celebration of their Independence Day on Saturday, August 24th from 12 pm to 4:30 pm at the UF Harn Museum! Stop by at noon to watch the fascinating documentary, “Horn Please” by UF Graphic Design graduate Shantanu Suman, enjoy traditional classical and folk Indian dances by local performance groups, …
Rhythm Across Borders: Trailblazing Women of Classical Indian Dance in the USA
UF Innovate 747 SW 2nd Ave STE 160, Gainesville, FLInscribing a Classical Indian Dance Form on the US Landscape: Old Art, New Hometowns, Next Generation How does an Indian classical dance form that traces its origins to Bharata’s Treatise on Dance, (c. first century CE), become integrated into the American cultural fabric and become “mainstream,” with representatives in the National Council for the Arts? …