Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer
CLEVELAND, OHIO, March 11, 2002: The city of Cleveland and the Cleveland Museum of Art were graced with a stunning performance by six women of the Odissi classical dance form, one of India’s oldest art forms. Expressing themes from India’s rich legacy, the dance that is now performed on stage was once performed in temples to honor the Gods and Goddesses. With an eloquent blending of East and West, the program was choreographed by Surupa Sen with music by Ganesh Kumaresh. The dancers are known as the Nrityagram Dance Ensemble of India.