A relentless pursuit
- Aishwarya Sahasrabudhe
This year's edition of the NCPA Mudra features doyens of classical dance
who have overcome demons of bodily hurt and mental trauma to return
undefeated to the practice of their art. We speak to Dr. Sonal Mansingh,
Dr. Sandhya Purecha, Sutapa Talukdar and Rajashree Shirke on the pain
of leaving and the glory of returning to the stage.
Financial uncertainty, male gaze: the struggles of women classical dancers
- Geeta Chandran
Women classical dancers often have to bear great physical, emotional and
financial costs to perform. We must spare a thought for the struggles
and sacrifices they make to carve out a space for themselves.
The Body Politics of Broadway
- Ryan Donovan
An excerpt from the recently released book 'Broadway Bodies: A Critical
History of Conformity' sheds light on musical theater's longtime
fixation on physique.
How art, music and dance affect your brain and body
- Bethany Brookshire
In their upcoming book, authors Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross promote the
new science of neuroaesthetics - how creative pursuits can promote
physical and mental health.
Eyes Forward: Ballet dancers' clever trick to balance their turns
- Eva Amsen
A recent research study from Switzerland explored how ballet dancers manage to make so many turns in a row.
