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Course Content: Classical dance in India evolved as an expression of devotion to the Higher Being. Odissi, one of the seven Indian classical dance forms, was nurtured in the famous shrines of Orissa. A large number of dancing girls known as Maharis were attached to these temples, performing morning and evening rituals for the deities. Although this tradition declined with political upheavals in the region, it was... Category: Classical Dance | Orissa Dance AcademyIndia (Orissa)  Orissa Dance Academy, one of the premier cultural institution of Orissa, founded by Guru Gangadhar Pradhan, eminent Odissi dance exponent. Established... |
Course Content: Gotipua - the precursor to Odissi dance - is performed by boys dressed in female garments and costumes. The word 'Gotipua' literally means 'goti' that is one and 'pua' that is boy, in Oriya. The Gotipuas lead a life of rigorous training and exercise under the supervision of their gurus. By vigorous bending and twisting of the body, the dancer strikes bandha (acrobatic) poses. When the Mahari tradi... Category: Classical Dance | Orissa Dance AcademyIndia (Orissa) Orissa Dance Academy, one of the premier cultural institution of Orissa, founded by Guru Gangadhar Pradhan, eminent Odissi dance exponent. Established... |
