June, 4-25, 2014
Classical Indian Dance: Bharatanatyam
Company: Aditi Sundaram/ Banana Peel Dance
Venue: Chrystie Street Ballet Academy
Location: NY, NY
Jene Youtt
Wednesdays, June 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th from 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Drop in rate: $12
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
This class is an introduction to Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance form that originated over 4,000 years ago. It will demonstrate the basic steps and building blocks, or 'adavus', of Bharatanatyam, leading up to more complex dance sequences, or 'jathis'. It will also cover the emotional aspect of the dance, including the nine primary emotions ('navarasas') and how these are incorporated with jathis. Two short, complete pieces from a Bharatanatyam repertoire will also be demonstrated.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Aditi Sundaram is a life-long student of the classical Indian dance form Bharatanatyam, studying with teachers in both India and the United States. Aditi has given several performances, both solo and ensemble, in cities across these two countries, including New York, Boston, Aspen, Chennai, and Bangalore.
Aditi Sundaram/ Banana Peel Dance
55 Chrystie Street, #308 between Hester and Canal
NY, NY, 10002
http://www.bananapeeldance.com/class-series/
Schedule
May 20, 2014: 8:00pm
