Discover the world of Sandip Soparrkar, internationally acclaimed Indian ballroom dancer, choreographer, and TEDx speaker, through his columns on Life and More. He shares his unique perspective on dance, creativity, performing arts, and the business of art, blending practical advice with personal experiences.
Explore his articles to learn about innovative choreography, cultural trends, artistic inspiration, and stories from the global dance and entertainment industry. Whether you’re an aspiring dancer, artist, or simply a lover of culture, Sandip’s writings offer guidance, insight, and inspiration.
Some artists perform an art form. Some artists preserve it. And then there are those rare artists who become inseparable from the very identity of the art they serve. Shakuntala Nagarkar was one such extraordinary artiste. A Life Shaped by Lavani With her passing on 22 September 2026, Maharashtra lost one of its […]Read More
An accomplished American ballet dancer, Silken Kelly is also a choreographer and performer from Denver, Colorado, whose training began at the Academy of Colorado Ballet and continued at the Houston Ballet Academy. She received full scholarships to prestigious programmes at the School of American Ballet, Houston Ballet, and Ballet West. Her professional career has included […]Read More
I recently met supremely talented, an accomplished photographer and filmmaker Sangeeta Das Banerjee, whose journey began with a background in economics and evolved into visual storytelling. She has extensively documented Indian classical dance, theatre, and performing artists. She is associated with One Frame Story. Excerpts from the interview: How and when did you decide to […]Read More
One of my favourites, today’s youth dancing icon, Kumar Sharma is a gifted and versatile dancer whose artistry reflects both deep-rooted tradition and a vibrant contemporary spirit. His graceful movements, expressive abhinaya, and powerful stage presence have earned him appreciation from audiences and connoisseurs alike. With dedication, discipline, and an unwavering passion for dance, he […]Read More
Humanoid Robots Take to the Dance Floor Recently on August 25, 2026, Beijing witnessed a performance that seemed to belong more to science fiction than to a sports arena: humanoid robots competing in dance. As part of the 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games, held from August 22 to 26 at Beijing’s National Speed Skating Oval—popularly […]Read More
kar, I A French-born dancer, choreographer, actor, and movement practitioner Dr. Gilles Chuyen, has been based in India since 1994. Trained in folk dance, Modern Jazz, ballet, and contemporary dance in France, he later explored Chhau Mayurbhanj, yoga, meditation, and Indian classical dance traditions. He has choreographed more than 50 plays and musicals and has […]Read More
A Bharatanatyam dancer, educator, writer, activist, and a budding politician from Kerala, Adrija Das is a transgender artist, she has transformed her personal journey of self-realisation into a powerful artistic expression. She has trained under several renowned gurus and is particularly known for her nuanced abhinaya. She became the first transgender jury member in the […]Read More
In an era where rapid development often overshadows cultural preservation, iconic Bharatanatyam and Odissi exponent, former Rajya Sabha Member, and Padma Vibhushan awardee Dr. Sonal Mansingh has made a compelling appeal for the creation of an Indian Heritage Service (IHS)—a specialised cadre dedicated to protecting and promoting India’s rich cultural heritage. In this exclusive conversation, […]Read More
An extremely innovative platform created to help dancers, choreographers, artists, and other creative professionals find genuine work opportunities without relying solely on personal contacts is GYGS, founded by Akash Tiwari. It aims to simplify the hiring process by connecting talented artists directly with clients through verified profiles and portfolios. The platform focuses on bringing professionalism, […]Read More
A Bharatanatyam dancer, Podcaster, TedX speaker and an emerging choreographer Vinay Tiwari, has trained under Vidushi Rama Vaidyanathan. Hailing from Salempur in eastern Uttar Pradesh, he is committed to bringing Bhojpuri language, culture, and traditions into the world of Indian classical dance. His debut solo production ‘Abhadra’ reflects his unique artistic vision and explores the […]Read More
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