As an amalgamation of the four major classical dance forms of India – Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi and Sattriya - Mudra (classical dance society) Shree was held at Stein Auditorium, IHC. The act was presented by the students of Lady Shri Ram College For Women and choreographed by the renowned Kathak exponent Vidha Lal.
Shree attempted to portray the true strength and grit of women in our much celebrated mythological epics and texts, focusing namely on - Radha, Draupadi, Meera, Urmila and Chitrangada.
Odissi depicted the life of Urmila, the untold story of her sacrifice, how she was the most ideal wife and a devoted daughter in law. Sattriya portrayed Meera Bai, the ardent follower and devotee of Lord Krishna. Kathak showcased Radha, the most beautiful of all goddesses. Bharatanatyam sculpted the story of Draupadi, the one who emerged from fire, was volcanic and could reduce her enemies to ashes.
The concluding finale, which was an amalgam of all the dance forms, portrayed Chitrangada, the warrior princess of Manipur. It was not only an event showcasing the eminence of women empowerment, but was also an attempt to contribute to the promotion and celebration of performing arts. It is an attempt to bring alive the country’s rich heritage with aesthetics of dance and music. The evening also had the following performances - Sattriya recital by Anita Sharma and Aarhie Kaushak, Instrumental recital by Amar Sangam and Kathak recital by Vidha Lal.
Shree attempted to portray the true strength and grit of women in our much celebrated mythological epics and texts, focusing namely on - Radha, Draupadi, Meera, Urmila and Chitrangada.
Odissi depicted the life of Urmila, the untold story of her sacrifice, how she was the most ideal wife and a devoted daughter in law. Sattriya portrayed Meera Bai, the ardent follower and devotee of Lord Krishna. Kathak showcased Radha, the most beautiful of all goddesses. Bharatanatyam sculpted the story of Draupadi, the one who emerged from fire, was volcanic and could reduce her enemies to ashes.
The concluding finale, which was an amalgam of all the dance forms, portrayed Chitrangada, the warrior princess of Manipur. It was not only an event showcasing the eminence of women empowerment, but was also an attempt to contribute to the promotion and celebration of performing arts. It is an attempt to bring alive the country’s rich heritage with aesthetics of dance and music. The evening also had the following performances - Sattriya recital by Anita Sharma and Aarhie Kaushak, Instrumental recital by Amar Sangam and Kathak recital by Vidha Lal.