Crossing cultures for a new start
One of the foremost contemporary and flamenco dancers of Australia, Annalouise Paul, didn’t really know why she was drawn to her cross cultural dance practice till her late 30s.
Marketing your dancing can make that difference
In today’s age and time when marketing of a product holds more importance then the product itself, then how can the field of dance be far behind?
Koodiyattam’s prima ballerina
Her expressive eyes strike an expression with an intensity just as lightning would strike in a blue sky. With dramatised gestures and evolved body language, Koodiyattam artiste Kapila Venu is one of the foremost performers of the ancient theatre form.
Interpreting a dancer’s dreams
I happened to meet a well-known dancer recently who has been keeping ill health for a while. I went to meet her at her house and got to know that she is sleep deprived and lack of sleep is the reason that she is not able to dance for a few years now.
Of the sacred and sensual
In an age where dance is increasingly moving towards a mode of entertainment, it makes sense to take a step back, reflect on one’s roots and re-kindle the idea of spirituality.
It doesn’t hurt to be a dancing star to find a date
Over the years, several western dance styles have gained lot of popularity in India. Due to this boom, dance studios have also mushroomed all over India in many metros.
When angels danced
After the joyous ride held in the last three months, starting with a contemporary ballet And Then A thousand Years of Peace to music and contemporary dance, bringing two nations closer, it was time for Bonjour India 2013 to say goodbye to India.
How to stay cool as a cucumber in the summer heat
The heat is upon us, and you don’t need to be told that there are humid days ahead. As a dancer you should to stay cool during the summer time as this is the time when most of the shows and events happen. This is the holiday season, too, as most event companies and corporate shows like to do various dance events to attract more crowd.
Looking beyond mythological literature for inspiration
For fierce critics of classical dance, who often rue that dancers don’t look beyond mythological literature, might have to change their stance now. Classical and contemporary dancers have increasingly sought inspiration from non-mythological literature of late.
Dance your way through exams
Recently one of my students came up to me and said that she would be taking a year’s break from dancing as she had to prepare for her board exams. I was quite surprised to hear it since I remember never taking a break to “prepare” for exams.