Odissi Concert

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Event Odissi Concert
Venue James O. Fairfax Theatre, Parkes, ACT
Umbrella Event National Multicultural Festival
First Date 18 February 2005
Opening Date 18 February 2005
Last Date 18 February 2005
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Description A solo dance recital, it will include select items from the traditional repertorie of the Odissi style. Halied as one of the most lyrical dance forms of India, Odissi dates back to 2nd century BC finding its roots in the temples of Orissa. Drawing largely from the beautiful temple structures, Odissi incorporates the same in the form of tribhang, or the thrice-deflected pose. Along with its unique charm and grace, Odissi is rightfullly called sculpture in motion.
Description Source Other
Primary Genre Dance
Secondary Genre Classical
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Yogini Gandhi Dancer
Text Nationality India
Production Nationality India
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Brochure ACT Heritage Library
Brochure PROMPT Collection. National Library of Australia
Data Set AusStage
Event Identifier 65862