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Legendary Artists
The icons who shaped Indian classical dance & music
★ LegendaryAdyar K Lakshman
Bharatanatyam · Guru
★ LegendaryBirju Maharaj
Kathak · Performer
India
★ LegendaryKelucharan Mohapatra
Odissi · Guru
★ LegendarySobha Naidu
Kuchipudi · Performer
★ LegendaryKanak Rele
Mohiniyattam · Performer
Mumbai, India
★ LegendaryKalamandalam Gopi
Kathakali · Performer
Thrissur, India
★ LegendaryDarshana Jhaveri
Manipuri · Performer
Mumbai, India
★ LegendaryJATIN GOSWAMI
Sattriya · Performer
The Living Heritage
Eight Sacred Traditions
India's eight classical dance forms — each a universe of expression, devotion, and artistry.
Tamil Nadu
Bharatanatyam
The oldest classical dance from India — intricate footwork, expressive gestures and devotional themes.
Andhra Pradesh
Kuchipudi
A classical dance-drama tradition known for its fast rhythmic footwork and expressive storytelling.
Odisha
Odissi
One of the oldest surviving forms, known for fluid movements and lyrical grace derived from temple sculptures.
North India
Kathak
A storytelling dance tradition blending Hindu and Islamic influences — rapid spins, rhythmic footwork.
Kerala
Mohiniyattam
The 'Dance of the Enchantress' — soft, swaying movements in flowing white and gold attire.
Kerala
Kathakali
An elaborate dance-drama with vibrant costumes and face-painting representing characters from epics.
Manipur
Manipuri
Devotional dances associated with Vaishnavism — graceful, gentle movements distinct in its form.
Assam
Sattriya
The classical dance form from the monasteries of Assam, rooted in Vaishnava traditions and devotion.
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SHOORPANAKHANKAM - A novel interpretation Kathakali by Dr. Sadanam K. Harikumar and Sadanam Kathakal
SHOORPANAKHANKAM - A novel interpretation Kathakali by Dr. Sadanam K. Harikumar and Sadanam Kathakali Academy TAAL VANI DJEMBE by Taufiq Qureshi KATHAK by Neha Banerjee, Vishal Krishna & Kathak Darpan Trust At: Experimental Theatre, 5pm. An NCPA presentation.
Mumbai, India
Kathakali by K.Harikumar & Kathak by Neha Banerjee
Mumbai, India
NCPA Utkarsh: In Reverence to the Maestro
Mumbai, India
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