Madhur Milan

Nritarutya’s latest production “Madhur Milan” was staged on Feb 15, 2014 at the Ambani matriarch’s residence “Sea Wind” to mark her 80th birthday celebrations. Artistic director, Mayuri Updhya provides some information regarding the project. Read on… The beauty of our myths, is that it is timeless, the characters of gods and goddess are relatable and…

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Conditioning for Dancers – Identifying the fitness needs for dance

Principal Dancer and Youth Wing director Vishwakiran Nambi’s second blog in the body conditioning series. Have a look… Irrespective of the dance style one practice, it is absolutely necessary for a professional dancer to be in shape, not just to own a physically attractive body but also to be in a condition to endure long…

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Aerial Rigging for Madhur Milan

Gaurang Swarge of Natura Adventure Crew reminisces working on Nritarutya’s production “Madhur Milan” at Mumbai. Excerpts… We were approached by Artistic Director, Mayuri Upadhya for multiple aerial entries and exits for their upcoming production Madhur Milan. This event will be known to us for the host of challenges that were thrown at us from different…

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Tips by Guru Ileana Citaristi

One of the leading exponents of Odissi in the contemporary times, Guru Ileana Citaristi shares some tips for dance students. There is no alternative to daily practice. Don’t try for shortcuts; they don’t lead  anywhere You  are your best doctor; take care of your body Keep on learning, the process never ends Don’t forget the people…

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Emotions Galore!

Associate Director and Choreographer Madhuri Upadhya talks about her thoughts behind her choreography for Raghu Dixit’s “Rain Song”. I began the new year with a new choreography for one of my favorite musicians Raghu Dixit. This time it was his “Rain Song”, the occasion being the launch of his second album “Jag Changa” at the…

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Fit Hip

 Our in-house physiotherapist Masoom shares few exercises to strengthen the hip. Read it, follow it and stay fit! In this blog we shall discuss the basic hip strengthening exercises. To begin with, the following basic hip strengthening exercises should be performed approximately 10 times, 3 times daily. As your hip strength improves, the exercises can…

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