Centre for Newcomer Integration

Free Activity for Students: The Dances of India (EDC, NDC and Virtual)

September 27, 2023

India has a rich cultural heritage including a wide range of dance forms. There are many mudras – graceful hand gestures which are significant from Yogic viewpoint too.

Dr. Nandita Selvanathan who was born and brought up in Varanasi, India – a city which saw Indian dance thrive, leads participants through the visual treats of graceful dance postures and shares information about the folk and classical dance forms originating in India. Participants will also learn and try a few Mudras (hand postures).

REGISTERExchange District Campus: Tuesday, Oct 3, 4:30pm to 6:30pm, P107, The Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

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