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SUMMARY:Beginner Bharatanatyam I
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy‘s Beginner I class introduces young students to the world of Bharatanatyam. Our classroom explores technique in fun and familiar ways; we make connections to mythology and Indian culture – through our bodies! By the end of our class\, students will learn a full routine and will have thorough understanding of mudra (hand gesture)\,  adavus (complex movement sequences)\, and rhythms of classical Indian dance. \nThis class runs from January 3rd through May 16th. All students are encouraged to perform and prepare for Mandala’s annual Academy Showcase on May 23rd. \nThis class is suited for ages 5-8 and is instructed by Ashwaty Chennat. To learn more and sign up\, Contact Us or send a message at info@mandalaaarts.org.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/beginner-bharatanatyam-i/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210103T153000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Bharatanatyam II
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy‘s Beginner II dance class deepens understanding for students of Bharatanatyam. Students explore technique\, choreography\, and musical understanding. Students also become familiar with South Asian folk tales and mythology\, and create characters through gesture and physicality. Through our supportive classroom environment\, students build a loving community and cultural confidence. \nThis class runs from January 3rd through May 16th. All students are encouraged to perform and prepare for Mandala’s annual Academy Showcase on May 23rd. \nThis class is suited for ages 8-10 and is instructed by Ashwaty Chennat. To learn more about our classes and sign up\, Contact Us or send a message to info@mandalaaarts.org
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/beginnner-bharatanatyam-ii/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210102T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210102T120000
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SUMMARY:Intermediate/Advanced Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Mandala’s intermediate Bharatanatyam class is for students on track for an arangetram (solo repertoire performance) and those hoping to refine technique and knowledge of the dance form. Students will learn complex dance sequences jathis and stoytelling techniques abhinaya in preparation for repertoire items such as the varnam and padam. \nThis class runs from January 2nd through May 22nd. All students are encouraged to perform and prepare for Mandala’s annual Academy Showcase on May 23rd. \nThis class is suited for dedicated students of dance ages 13+ and is instructed by Pranita Nayar. To learn more and sign up\, Contact Us or send a message at info@mandalaaarts.org. \n  \n 
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/intermediate-bharatanatyam-3/
LOCATION:Mandala Studio\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201207T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201207T190000
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free Open House virtual class! Mandala Arts’ principal artist and educator Ashwaty Chennat gives an introductory Zoom lesson in the classical Indian dance form\, Bharatanatyam. Our class is for beginners and intermediate students alike\, ages 4-8. Students that register for our Open House will receive a discount towards tuition for the Mandala Academy Winter-Spring 2021 semester. Learn more or ask us at info@mandalaarts.org
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/open-house/
LOCATION:410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190110T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T201345
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SUMMARY:Adult Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:This is a Bharatanatyam class for all levels: blank slate to post graduates. \nMaster Teaching Artist\, Pranita Nayar\, instructs a technique-focused studio class\, refining the movement and quality of dancers. From body positioning to nuanced eye movements\, dancers can strengthen form at their own pace. \nPranita trained with acclaimed dance artist Sonal Mansingh in New Delhi\, and has since delivered Bharatanatyam culture to generations of artists in the Chicagoland area. \nThis is a drop-in class and offers plenty of performance opportunities for dancers!
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/adult-bharatanatyam-2/
LOCATION:American Rhythm Center\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, 3rd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190106T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190106T160000
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SUMMARY:Pre Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Pre Bharatanatyam brings young artists into the world of creative movement. Through hand gestures\, rhythmic patterns that use the entire body\, and South Asian mythology\, we take a fun plunge into Bharatanatyam. For ages 3-5. \nThis class runs from January 6th through June 16th\, with a recital on June 9th. Register here or contact us at info@mandalaarts.org for more information.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/pre-bharatanatyam-2/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Studio\, 630 W Webster\, 1-E\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190106T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190106T150000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Beginner class introduces young learners to the world of Bharatanatyam. This class explores beat-making\, hand gestures\, and body position to build complex movement (adavus). Students also become familiar with South Asian folk tales and mythology\, and create characters through gestures and physicality. \nThis class runs from January 6th through June 16th\, with a recital on June 9th. Register here or contact us at info@mandalaarts.org for more information.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/beginner-bharartanatyam/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Studio\, 630 W Webster\, 1-E\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190105T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190105T140000
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Bharatanatyam
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Intermediate class focuses on comprehension of the basics of Bharatanatyam. Students perfect adavus\, musical structures\, and begin an exploration of abhinaya and South Asian poetry. \nThis class is performance-oriented. Mandala emphasizes performance as a tool for teamwork and leadership building; lifelong skills for our students to become cultural ambassadors within their communities. \nIntermediate Bharatanatyam runs through January 5th through June 15th\, with a recital on June 10th. For further inquiry please reach out to us at info@mandalaarts.org.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/intermediate-bharatanatyam-2/
LOCATION:American Rhythm Center\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, 3rd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180107T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180107T150000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Bharatanayam
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Academy’s Beginner class introduces young learners to the world of Bharatanatyam. This class explores beat-making\, hand gestures\, and body position to build complex movement (adavus). Students also become familiar with South Asian folk tales and mythology\, and create characters through gestures and physicality.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/beginner-bharatanayam/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Studio\, 630 W Webster\, 1-E\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pranita Nayar":MAILTO:info@mandalaarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180104T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180104T210000
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SUMMARY:Abhinaya
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Storytelling. Using our eyes\, mouths\, hands\, and entire bodies\, we tell stories of love\, anger and loss. This singular component of Bharatanatyam will be studied within a modern context\, and will be lead by master artist and teacher Pranita (Jain) Nayar. \nFor new dancers and arangetram graduates alike\, this class aims to keep progressing technique through strength building and peer to peer critique. Our goal is to share and learn in a collaborative classroom\, and build choreography by learning a new jathi each week! \nThis class will also be for choreography and rehearsal as Mandala Ensemble\, which offers performance opportunities to local artists. \nClass: $10\nWith “Adavu”: $15\nStudents get 50% off with ID (for all Mandala Academy Classes)\nRegister HERE* \n*We also take payment through Chase QuickPay\, which is our preferred method.\nPlease email accounts@mandalaarts.org for billing inquiries.\nPaying through our online form is subject to an online fee.*\nNote: Classes may be cancelled due to weather or illness; we will offer make-up opportunities through our other classes.
URL:https://mandalaarts.org/arts/event/abhinaya-2/
LOCATION:Mandala Studio\, 410 S. Michigan Avenue\, Suite 520\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academy,Classes
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