DANCE ( Drama ) "Varanasi - A Gateway to Moksha" choreographed and presented by Jyotsna Shourie at Epicentre, Gurgaon - 28th Feb 09

Event Details : Varanasi - A Gateway to Moksha, choreographed and presented by Jyotsna Shourie.
Varanasi - A Gateway to Moksha : Legend has it that Varanasi derives its name from the Varuna and Assi rivers that originated from the lotus feet of the great Lord Shiva himself, who being the presiding deity is worshipped with song and dance. Parvati too is venerated as Annapurna, the one who feeds the world. The holy Ganga has its origins in the matted tresses of Lord Shiva and at Varanasi it expands into the mighty river and undertakes the dual task of blessing as well as absorbing the sins of millions. All this and more is captured in the ballet and the familiar sights of this city including its ghats, temples and religious fervour, is portrayed through an audio visual rendition.
With over 20 years of experience as a choreographer and much more before that as a Bharata Natyam dancer, Jyotsna Shourie uses her talent to conceptualise engaging dance ballets, an intense traditional format infused with a contemporary feel. In this way, she generates a stimulating fusion that widens the boundaries of classical dance.

Conceptualized and choreographed by : Jyotsna Shourie
Jyotsna Shourie wears her dedication to her art lightly, but there is no mistaking her deep, abiding commitment to Bharata Natyam. She began learning Bharata Natyam at the age of six. She completed her formal learning at the Sri Rajarajeshwari Bharata Natya Kala Mandir, Mumbai. She humbly acknowledges the huge debt that she owes to her Guru Sri Kalyanasunderam Pillai. Jyotsna has held performances all over the country and has participated in cultural festivals all over the world, emerging as a charming cultural ambassador for the dance form and for India.
The Krishna Chalisa, The Sound of Music, The Birth of Jesus, The Radha Chalisa, The Seasons of Love, The Gita Govindam, Alice in Wonderland and Noddy in Nrityaland – be it through her choice of themes or through technical artistry, she expands the frontiers of Indian classical dance with each production.
She established The Dance Centre in Delhi in 1990 as a learning center for skills and values of Bharata Natyam. Her students have performed at national and international venues including: Rome, Venice, Florence, Vatican City and Czech Republic.

Place : Epicentre, Apparel House, Sector 44, Opp. Power Grid Residential Complex, Gurgaon
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