Early Release Day Program April 30th
Taal Tales presented by Tara Amhed
Wednesday, April 30th @ 2:00pm
With elements of storytelling, rhythmic footwork and athletic grace, classical Indian dance illustrates vivid stories from Hindu mythology. Taal Tales offers both a history of classical South Indian dance and performances of lively dance pieces. Students are invited to draw analogies between art and culture from India and America. They view posters of dance-related art, learn about the cultural context of classical Indian dance, try basic rhythms and hand gestures, and identify percussive patterns and stories in the dance pieces. In this highly interactive program, students are engaged - watching and participating in dance sequences, and asking and answering questions. As importantly, students will see that dance is a kinetic way to communicate history, and a means to observe and engage with different cultures.
** FREE AND OPEN TO ALL **
This program is funded in part by a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Ashland Cultural Council.
