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 Nrityagram presents Odissi by Anoushka Rahman JNCASR Auditorium, 7pm November 9, 2024 Bangalore October 18, 2024 Nrityagram is a unique dance village dedicated to preserving and advancing Indian classical dance, particularly through the Odissi form. Established in 1990 by Protima Gauri, it is a space where dance is deeply integrated into daily life, fostering a community of dancers focused on both personal and artistic growth. The institution emphasizes holistic training through the gurukul system, artistic exchange, and performances on global stages, aiming to break social, political, and cultural barriers through art.  Anoushka Rahman (Photo: Karthik Venkatraman) Anoushka Rahman began her Odissi journey with Dona Ganguly in Kolkata and first visited Nrityagram for a Summer Workshop in 2018. She then continued her Advanced Training with Surupa Sen. Recognized for her talent and dedication, she was awarded the Virendra Kumar Laroia Fellowship, has been featured in Nrityagram's latest production Āhuti, and has performed with The Nrityagram Dance Ensemble across India, the US, Canada, and Sri Lanka. After almost two decades, Nrityagram now presents the solo debut performance of the talented Anoushka Rahman. She will perform on 9th November 2024, at 7pm IST at the JNCASR Auditorium, Jakkur, Bengaluru. This milestone performance marks the culmination of Anoushka's intensive training under the tutelage of Surupa Sen, Artistic Director of Nrityagram. Anoushka holds a Sangeet Bhaskar in Odissi and a Postgraduate degree in Mathematics, reflecting her remarkable combination of artistic and academic accomplishments. Her solo will showcase the intricate beauty and expressiveness of Odissi, a classical dance form from Odisha. The event marks an important chapter in Nrityagram's history, as noted by Surupa Sen: "We have waited a long time to find a dancer who epitomises everything our Founder Protima Gauri wanted a Nrityagram dancer to be. And we have finally found the perfect dancer - Anoushka Rahman - a rare combination of talent, perseverance, intellect, and above all, a fine human being." We invite you to be a part of this special event, as Anoushka takes her first step on stage, as a soloist. Event details: Date: 9th November 2024 Time: 7pm IST Venue: JNCASR Auditorium, Jakkur, Bengaluru 560064 For additional information, please contact: e-mail: team@nrityagram.org Phone: +91 63629 96309 More information about Nrityagram: nrityagram.org |
