CANCELLED - Introduction to Bharatanatyam
Week 7 | August 8–12 | Heinz Beach Fitness Studio 1 | Ages: 13+
You will be introduced to Bharatanatyam (South Indian classical dance) technique. A typical class starts with a warmup and includes primary postures and basic steps, or adavus. The series also covers the theory of Bharatanatyam including hand gestures, head, neck and eye movements. By the end of the class, students will learn and present short dance pieces including a Jathi (string for dance phrases) and a Shlokam (performance piece).
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Sukanya Burman
Sukanya Burman is an Indian dancer and choreographer trained in Bharatnatyam and Kathak. She holds a Diploma in Contemporary Dance and Movements Arts completed the Independent Training Program at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance. She is a guest faculty at the Chautauqua Regional Youth Ballet and a guest performer at the Indorican Multicultural Dance Project.
