Part of the Arts of India Festival
Nrityagram, the renowned and “most exciting Indian classical dance ensemble" (Fjord Review), returns to our stage with the Philadelphia premiere of KHANKHANĀ: the sound of dancing feet. Featuring live music and vibrant tradition, KHANKHANĀ journeys through three decades of acclaimed works by artistic director and Odissi choreographer Surupa Sen, showcasing her unique sensibility of thought and movement. Don’t miss this thrilling retrospective as “these are among the world’s greatest dancers” who frequently offer “one of the most extraordinary dance events of the year” (The New York Times).
“Uniquely mysterious, eternal, and beautiful” (The Times Colonist)
About Odissi
Originally a sacred ritual dedicated to the gods, Odissi is one of the oldest dance traditions in the world. Its sinuous forms, languorous limbs and rapt expressions tell of a past rich in dance, music, myth and legend.
This performance is part of the Arts of India Festival, which is co-presented with Sruti, The India Music & Dance Society, Philadelphia.
The 26/27 season dance series is co-sponsored by Arthur Kaplan, C’67 and Duane Perry alongside Lynn Jerath, W’95 and Kunal Jerath.
Photo credits:
1: Courtesy CFAA
2: Steven Pisano
3, 5: Ravi Shankar
4, 6: Naveen V Raju
