Indian classical dance is an art that is in tradition for a long. The origin of Indian classical dance traces back to “Natya Shastra” .It is a Sanskrit text. History says that the first text of this ...

Indian classical dance forms are rich in tradition and meaning, with mudras (hand gestures) being an integral part of their ...

NCPA’s two-day August Dance Residency 2026 will honour Dr Sonal Mansingh’s enduring contribution to Indian classical dance.

India is a country rich in diversity and heritage. From the instruments of the South, to the bamboo dancing of the North East, there is just something in every state that will leave you in awe of the ...

Bharatanatyam, the oldest classical dance form, was originated in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Bharatanatyam is a blend of bhava, raga and tala, and was originally a temple dance performed by ...

Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Manipuri, Mohiniyattam, and Sattriya — each with its own history and ...

At the age of 11 years, when most children are afraid to even think of stepping on the stage, Sreya PR made her arangetram, the debut onstage performance of a student of Indian classical dance and ...

Classical dance in India is based upon and influenced by the Natya Shastra, an ancient Indian text that is the foundation for performing arts. With so many unique and beautiful dance forms—each with a ...

She introduces herself as Saraswati Dasi from Colombia in South America. “My original name is Isabel,” says the 28-year-old as she resumes her Bharatanatyam practise. Guru Harish Gangani (extreme ...