On its 25th Anniversary, Nadananjali School of Dance showcased the talent of its students at their repertoire “Salangagyin Naadham” on Saturday the 19th of May at the St John’s Performing Arts Centre, College Ave, Forest Lake.
This event was in aid of the Sri Selva Vinayakar Temple in Brisbane. There were in total 30 items performed out of which majority were Bharatanatyam, remaining were folk dances. Smt. Chitra Yogi Srikhanta, the director of Nadananjali School of Dance choreographed the dances.
The program commenced with the tiny tots and junior level dancers performing the initial levels of Bharatanatyam; followed by the high-level performances of senior students. The colorful costumes, glittering ornaments and dazzling smiles of the performers fill the stage brightly. The synchronized sound of dancers “Chillanga” (anklets) reverberated around the auditorium making the audience feel the entire experience angelic. It was truly an emotional moment for their teacher and the audience when the senior students performed a very difficult piece of dance with perfect synchronization and heavenly grace as a surprise for their GURU. The performance was followed by a standing ovation by all those present at the auditorium. Post a short interval for refreshments and vegetarian meal, the remaining 15 items were performed.
Bharatanatyam is a portrayal of grace and agility through intricate body movements and facial expressions. Smt. Chitra Yogi Srikhanta established the dance school in Brisbane in 1993. Since its inception the school has nurtured the growth of students in the most ancient form of Indian classical dance. The school has produced several shows, dance dramas and arangetrams. Her students have participated in numerous charity and community programs. Ultimately Nadananjali school of dance students shone like stars in the repertoire!!