Reviews

  • 3-In Close Company

    3-In Close Company

    The performance “3” showcased classical dance, emphasizing devotion and intimacy, with each artist presenting unique strengths and potential for deeper audience engagement.

  • Lessons from My Mothers

    Lessons from My Mothers

    “Lessons from My Mothers” artfully blends Bharatanatyam and narrative to explore the intergenerational experiences of South Asian immigrant women through dance.

  • Rising Voices: Women, Myth, and Movement at Aalokam’s We R Dancing Festival Day Two

    Rising Voices: Women, Myth, and Movement at Aalokam’s We R Dancing Festival Day Two

    Five performances explore women’s power, identity, mythology, and transformation, blending classical traditions with contemporary storytelling, theatricality, resilience, and feminist perspectives.

  • Saints, Sinners, and Goddesses: Aalokam’s We R Dancing Festival Day One

    Saints, Sinners, and Goddesses: Aalokam’s We R Dancing Festival Day One

    The We R Dancing Festival celebrates Indian dance, showcasing transformative performances that explore themes of devotion, identity, and emotional depth.

  • Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2025, Day Two

    Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2025, Day Two

    The second day of the Erasing Borders Dance Festival showcased a vibrant blend of classical and contemporary Indian dance, emphasizing cultural storytelling.

  • Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2025, Day One

    Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2025, Day One

    The Erasing Borders Dance Festival showcased diverse Indian classical dance performances, featuring emerging talent and celebrated artists, culminating in Priyadarsini Govind’s impressive display.