Led by a Ragamala company member, this presentation introduces participants to Bharatanatyam, providing an overview of the technique, evolution, and development of this South Indian classical dance form and how Ragamala’s Artistic Directors, Ranee Ramaswamy and Aparna Ramaswamy, use it to express their own contemporary points of view. Examining issues of immigration, cultural hybridity, and the dynamic tension between history and the current moment, Ragamala sparks discussion about the place of culturally rooted art forms in the 21st century.
Without getting up from their seats, participants have the opportunity to try out some of the intricate hand gestures of Bharatanatyam, and learn how to tell silent stories with their hands. The program ends with a short Q&A.
Tailored to the age, experience, and interests of the participants, this beautiful, educational, and fun-filled session provides a firsthand experience of Indian arts and culture.
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