Bollywood Dance and Culture with Teaching Artist Usha Sirimalle
Indian culture, language, and history is all intertwined in this movement workshop. Learning choreography together in a low-pressure environment, we will dance to traditional Bollywood music. Participants will be introduced to the basic steps used in Indian Bollywood dancing. Bollywood is a fusion of traditional and classical Indian dances with the influence of some jazz, hip-hop, and modern dance. It is a creative mixture of technique, energy and emotion but most of all massive fun. We will learn poses, grace, hand and foot movements, and expression–all integral parts of Bollywood dance. The meanings of the songs are explored, and participants will be able to dance and act them out.
For adults and teens. Registration requested.
