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Nrityagram is the winner of the best "Rural Architecture Award", designed by Gerard da Cunha winner of the "Architect of the Year". This village was established in the early 1990's to revive Indian classical dance under the auspices of well-known Odissi dancer the late Protima Gauri, it offers the long-term study of classical dance and its allied subjects, such as choreography, philosophy, music, mythology and painting. The village, designed by award winning Goan architect Gerard Da Cunha, welcomes visitors and accommodates guests. Her student Surupa Sen now runs it.
Nrityagram conducts the Vasantha Habba or the festival of spring. Leading musicians and dancers from all over the country participate. This brings the students as well as the connoisseurs and common man in touch with the best musical talents in the country. |