Dr Prachi Jariwala holds an Odissi pose

“Post-Independence, there were only seven dance forms that were recognised in the classical genre. It was only in 2000 that Sattriya was included as the eighth style. Since it was a late entry into the classical genre, not much was known about it. This lecture cum demonstration is the perfect space to explore the dance form,” Dr Jariwala shares.

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The presentation will uncover the journey of Sattriya including how it evolved, the art that influenced it, and the person behind the form. Along with technical aspects like dance movements, hand gestures, expressions and footwork, Suresh will also highlight paintings, instruments that accompany the dance, and costumes worn which includes attire for female and male performers — ghuri, chadar and kanchi (for female performers) and dhoti, chadar and paguri (for male performers).

Suresh adds, “All forms of art capture the culture that was contemporary to its time. The fabric, whether through dance, paintings, weaving, sculpture and art, is woven around the thoughts, philosophy and lifestyle of a particular time. What is depicted in dance is also depicted in the art and helps to paint a more complete picture of that time and region. This is why the presentation will include slides on paintings, along with the philosophy behind and the demonstrations of the dance form.”

Occupying a space of art, Dr Jariwala reveals plans to display manuscripts, costume pieces and other artefacts associated with the dance form in the foyer of the gallery.

On November 22; 5.30 pm onwards 
At Cymroza Art Gallery, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Breach Candy.
Free