Sitara Thobani will present Odissi Indian classical dance
Odissi dance is steeped in rich artistic and spiritual traditions, characterised by its striking poses, complex rhythmic footwork and emotional intensity. The dance and its practitioners were once significant in temple worship. However, after undergoing serious decline during the colonial era, Odissi was revived in the mid-twentieth century. This performance pays homage to the groundbreaking work of the dedicated artists who devoted their efforts to reconstructing and continuing Odissi dance. In doing so, it brings together both traditional and modern concepts within this art form.
Experience an evening of dance, music and drama as Sitara Thobani showcases some of the most captivating choreorgaphies of this style.
About the Artist:
Sitara Thobani began training in Odissi under Dr. Ratna Roy in 1997. She has also undertaken intensive training in India at the esteemed Nrityagram dance school and with leading choreographers in Bhubaneswar, Orissa. She has performed at many cultural and art events in Canada, the United States, India, Tanzania, and London, England. Her performance highlights include the Second and Third International Odissi Conferences (Washington, DC, 2003; Bhubaneswar, Orissa, 2006), the Mahari Festival (Bhubaneswar, 2007) and her solo productions of Arpan (London, 2006) and Sthayi (Vancouver, 2007)
At the Jericho Arts Centre
1675 Discovery
Tickets $15
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www.jerichoartscentre.com
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