Had been for the Art Hop in Pune yesterday. Been reading about it for some time in Pune Mirror and I thought I should take a look.
To visit 30 workshops in 14 locations is a challenge
and I am sure none could have visited all the location in a day. I managed to have a glimpse of most of them
and if anyone asks me “What did you like the best?” I would say The Odissi
dance at Oakwood Senses.
It was really mesmerising. I thought I would click some
pictures along with some video clips (for my blog) and move on to the next
location, but once the performance started I just let it roll and finally captured
all the recitals that they had to offer.
I liked the way they went about it with one young lady
explaining the meaning of the dance recital
and another dancer enacting what was being said.
Then came the actual performance by Ms Aparna and Ms Varda.
The stamping of the feet and striking a pose is clearly
visible in the video which is the special characteristic of this dance (known as the
Bhangas -stance) It was a pleasure to watch their synchronised movement.
The applause at the end of each recital was not as loud as it
should be, probably because of the thin crowd (due to the distribution of
people over many locations) added to the fact that many were holding a camera (like me)
Was not very happy with the lighting, but then the light engineer had to show his "skills" I suppose.
Was not very happy with the lighting, but then the light engineer had to show his "skills" I suppose.
In the morning I saw the same group practice and give a demonstration
at the Oakwood Bistro
Am attaching the videos that I compiled on
them.
20 comments:
Amazing pics and video !!! Eagerly waiting for more, especially the Salsa photos and videos..
I don't keep up with dance as much as I did when my daughters were younger. Mostly I watch the dancing in old American movie musicals. I have enjoyed seeing the dance numbers in the few Bollywood musicals I've watched. Also on occasion I'll flip on a TV station that sometimes shows music videos of Indian songs and they include dancing. I enjoy the sound of the music and the colorful costumes. And of course watching the lovely ladies is always a treat.
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Thank you very much for the amazing write up... We thoroughly enjoyed performing for Art Hop.. Looking forward to seeing you again... a & v...
So colorful and interesting. Thank you for sharing! :)
omgoodness, what beautiful, colorful costumes!! sounds so fun!!
So pretty! I love their clothes. Thanks for sharing the video and the pictures.
heloooooooooooooo... how are you .. remmeber me :)
beautiful pics and look at all those colours ..
Bikram
Can't see the video here in office, but I am sure it'll be amazing. Wonderfully caught on camera - as usual :-)
Loved the pics and the video!
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What a wonderful event and gorgeous photos ~ Love dancing of all kinds.
artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)
Pune seems to be a very happening place. I really enjoyed all the pictures and the videos.
This sure is superb dance festival.
Beautiful dance and dancers...they really do tell a story with their dance. I can't imagine how anyone could attend all that many events!!! I'm glad you concentrated on this lovely one.
Thank u sir for capturing our event so beautifully n for posting it. We just love to dance n it reflects in our vedio oclipping. Thanks a lot ....... -Varda n Aparna
So lovely that you have shared about Odissi - the classical dance that's called "sculpture in motion".
I'm very proud that I'm born in the state of Odisha & in our incredible India where this dance evolved :)
Interesting post. And so beautiful dancers, as I can see in videos (which are lovely)
And now I founded new dance to my dance blog :) Can I use one of your video?).
Have a nice spring
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Oh yes most welcome Orvokki. A good way of showcasing the Odissi dance to the world.
I like the way you talk/write.
Lovely....
Nice Article
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