Prakriti Dance
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About the Artist:
Prakriti Dance is an innovative company showcasing Indian performing traditions. Using the movement vocabulary of India, the company interprets modern stories and issues in order to bring relevance and context to the ever evolving Indian arts. Drawing inspirations from nature, philosophy, poetry, and other genres, Prakriti weaves a multi-layered tapestry to transcend cultural boundaries and communicate the human experience.
Prakriti Dance has performed at festivals and venues such as Jacob’s Pillow, the Kennedy Center, Atlas INTERSECTIONS Festival, Dance Place, VelocityDC Dance Festival, Drive East (NY), James Armstrong Theater (CA), and Spring to Dance (MI). Striving to broaden the horizons of accessibility for Indian arts and connect artists of varied experiences, Prakriti Dance leads classes, workshops, and performances in the DC area at schools, community venues, and dance institutions.
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Type of Programs Offered
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Storytelling through Classical Indian Dance
Description:
Prakriti Dance shows students stories told in a new way – through the body and face movement of classical Indian dance. Stories presented will draw from Indian mythology and the fables of the West, showcasing dance as a versatile language that transcends cultural boundaries. Students learn a variety of hand gestures and have opportunities to brainstorm about how they are used in storytelling. May be presented as a solo or duo program. Also available as a workshop or residency theme. Virtual program options and larger ensemble size available.
Appropriate Grade Levels:
PreK - 12Curriculum Connections
Dance, Music, Storytelling, Language Arts, Social Studies, World Languages, Character/SEL
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Through Fish Eyes
Description:
This unique program utilizes dynamic classical Indian dance styles to spark students’ interest in what lies beneath the ocean’s surface. Prakriti Dance shares the wonders of marine life through the language of dance and illuminates the ways in which humans are affecting the world’s oceans. Students will be inspired by the beauty of nature and empowered to make small changes in their own lives to help minimize environmental damage. May be presented as a solo or duo program. Also available as a workshop or residency theme. Virtual program options and larger ensemble size available.
Appropriate Grade Levels:
PreK - 12Curriculum Connections
Dance, Music, Storytelling, Language Arts, Science/STEM, Social Studies, World Languages, Character/SEL
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Introduction to Classical Indian Dance Workshop
Description:
Using a combination of dance movements and rhythms based on classical Indian dance styles, students explore the traditions, music, and stories of South India and how they have shaped the classical performing arts. Students learn traditional dance steps and experience the dance style’s intricate rhythms and hand gestures. This workshop engages all students as they journey into this ancient dance style from India. Workshops may be scheduled individually, in series, or as part of a residency. Virtual program options available.
Appropriate Grade Levels:
3 - 12Curriculum Connections
Dance, Music, Storytelling, Language Arts, Social Studies, World Languages, Character/SEL
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Booking Details
Program Costs:
Contact Bright Cardinal Creative, LLC for additional information, including program fees, or to request a program for your school or community.
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Storytelling through Classical Indian Dance
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Name or Art Agency:
Bright Cardinal Creative
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
+15712495220
State / County:
Maryland
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