Nayikas: Classical Indian Heroines in Odissi and Mohiniattam

Indian classical dancers Sreyashi Dey and Priyadarshini Ghosh present an evening of dance in which they interpret classical texts and poetry through distinctive dance techniques, odissi and mohiniattam. Abhinaya, interpretive dance that narrates stories through intricate facial expressions and hand gestures, will be a highlight of the evening. The format of the performance will include demonstrated explanations, dance performance and Q&A.

Free and open to the public. For more information, contact Center for World Performance Studies: cwps.information@umich.edu or 734-936-2777