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Bharatanatyam 101 with Neena Jayarajan
In-person
Dance Intercultural Physical activity & movementDate and time
Location
The Studios at Assembly Park
80 Interchange Way
Vaughan, ON
Access
Free.
Offered in English.
Wheelchair accessible and is a relaxed performance.
About
Join Neena Jayarajan in this workshop on the basics of Bharatanatyam. This South Indian classical art form is known for its complex rhythms, and its intricate use of footwork, hands, face, and eyes to convey simple to complex stories. This workshop will explore using the body as a tool to hold rhythm while also conveying emotions!
After the workshop, enjoy a showing of a new dance work choreographed by Neena.
Neena Jayarajan is an independent dance theatre artist with extensive experience in Bharatanatyam and Odissi dance techniques. Her primary training was under the tutelage of Dr. Menaka Thakkar, and Sujatha Mohapatra. She served as the Assistant Artistic Director of Menaka Thakkar Dance Company for 7 years, as well as assistant teacher at Nrtyakala for 20 years. She is an Associate Artist at Nova Dance involved in both creative and organizational roles. Neena completed her MA in Dance from York University and was a 2016 recipient of the Chalmers Arts Fellowship Grant. She made her theatrical debut in Theatre Smith’s Gilmour's Metamorphosis. Neena currently sits on the board of CADA west and The Dance Current Magazine and is currently on her own choreographic journey of exploration using her classical roots to fuel a contemporary outlook.
This workshop is part of the Dance Together Festival York Region. All festival workshops and events are free for participants, thanks to the generous support of the Host in Vaughan Grant and Richmond Hill Community and Cultural Grant Program. Presented by the Dance Together Project in partnership with York Region Arts Council, Assembly Park, City of Vaughan, Tourism Vaughan, City of Richmond Hill and Richmond Hill Public Library.
Links
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Organizer
Dance Together Project
Dance Together Project is about nurturing human connection and building community through dance. We offer exceptionally fun and inclusive dance programs for adults with a mission to facilitate enjoyable and engaging dance experiences for everybody, regardless of skill level or variations in physical ability. For us, teaching dance is an art form in itself. We approach each class session with care and create a welcoming atmosphere which inspires genuine connection and a more meaningful learning experience.
Contact
Katya Kuznetsova
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