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Classical dance school Nrityanjoli opens in Chittagong

Guests and performers at the event. Photo: Star

Nrityanjoli, a classical school of dance initiated by alternative educational institute Fulki, launched its journey with a colourful cultural programme at Theatre Institute, Chittagong (TIC) in the port city recently.

Fulki organised the programme with cooperation from Kalpataru, a classical dance centre of famed dance organisation Sadhana, on February 5. 

On the occasion, poet and journalist Abul Momen, Principal of Fulki Shila Momen, President of Dancers' Guild of Chittagong Sharmeen Hossain and Head of Kalpataru Lubna Mariam delivered speeches on the origin and development of different forms of dance in the subcontinent and on their characteristics.

Briefing on the five main forms of dance - Manipuri, Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Odissi and Kathakali -- they said apart from the forms, multifarious folk dances in different regions and diverse forms of body movements relating to the context also enriched the art of dance both in variety and prosperity.

Underscoring the need for practicing classical dance, the speakers said classical dance is the foundation of any rich form of dance and practicing it can help a learner to be a good dancer in future.

Later, the grand opening was on with ignition of clay lamps by the guests.

Artistes of Raktakarabi presented the Rabindra Sangeet “Nritter Tale Tale” to set the programme in motion. Young students of Sonartori entertained the audience with a Bandish on Raga Malkauns and a Tarana, accompanied by two dances.

Later, Amit Chowdhury, teacher of Kalpataru and his two associates Zuairiah Mouli and Shammi Akhter enchanted the audience with their presentation of Bharatnatyam.

The official opening of Nrityanjoli lessons started through learning of primary mudra by the young learners. The session was conducted by Amit Chowdhury.

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Classical dance school Nrityanjoli opens in Chittagong

Guests and performers at the event. Photo: Star

Nrityanjoli, a classical school of dance initiated by alternative educational institute Fulki, launched its journey with a colourful cultural programme at Theatre Institute, Chittagong (TIC) in the port city recently.

Fulki organised the programme with cooperation from Kalpataru, a classical dance centre of famed dance organisation Sadhana, on February 5. 

On the occasion, poet and journalist Abul Momen, Principal of Fulki Shila Momen, President of Dancers' Guild of Chittagong Sharmeen Hossain and Head of Kalpataru Lubna Mariam delivered speeches on the origin and development of different forms of dance in the subcontinent and on their characteristics.

Briefing on the five main forms of dance - Manipuri, Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Odissi and Kathakali -- they said apart from the forms, multifarious folk dances in different regions and diverse forms of body movements relating to the context also enriched the art of dance both in variety and prosperity.

Underscoring the need for practicing classical dance, the speakers said classical dance is the foundation of any rich form of dance and practicing it can help a learner to be a good dancer in future.

Later, the grand opening was on with ignition of clay lamps by the guests.

Artistes of Raktakarabi presented the Rabindra Sangeet “Nritter Tale Tale” to set the programme in motion. Young students of Sonartori entertained the audience with a Bandish on Raga Malkauns and a Tarana, accompanied by two dances.

Later, Amit Chowdhury, teacher of Kalpataru and his two associates Zuairiah Mouli and Shammi Akhter enchanted the audience with their presentation of Bharatnatyam.

The official opening of Nrityanjoli lessons started through learning of primary mudra by the young learners. The session was conducted by Amit Chowdhury.

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সাইফুল আলম, এস আলম গ্রুপ, শেখ হাসিনা, আহসান এইচ মনসুর,

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