A presentation and performances of Indian Classical Dance Styles
Join Peerless Rockvile and the Glenview Mansion Speaker Series for a special in-person event at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. A Dance Yaatra or Journey to give you a glimpse into the world of India Classical dance styles. Indian dance styles date back centuries and is steeped in mythology, history, religion, spirituality and rigorous artistic training. Each region of India spawned a different type of dance style to reflect the region’s culture, language and clothing. As exciting as the dance journey so is the story of its origin and how it changed to invading rulers as well as colonization. What we see being performed in current times is a style that is ancient yet contemporary to suit the sensibilities of today! Come see this artform by local performers bringing this rich cultural tradition to Rockville and Montgomery County.
Presentation by Indian Dance Educators Association (IDEA). IDEA is a community of dance professionals from all styles of Indian dance, serving the greater community. IDEA is an organization based in the community, serving the community, and enhancing the community. Through our programs, we bring a greater awareness of the unique artistic gifts brought to America’s great cultural tapestry by dancers from India.
Guests are asked to observe City of Rockville mask and social-distancing rules at this event. At this time, masks are required in the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre.
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Phone: 301-762-0096
Email: outreach@peerlessrockville.org
2022/03/10 - 2022/03/10
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD 20851
There are two, large, FREE, lots located at the Civic Center. You may park in the lot behind the theatre, or in the lot between the theatre and Glenview Mansion.