I would rather be a meteor
Every atom of me in magnificent glow
Than a sleepy and permanent planet
- Jack London
Chennai was aglow and in full bloom in the last month of 2018.
All the cliché words used to describe this South Indian metropolis rang true during the month of MARGAZHI.
(Non Tamilians merrily said MAARGAZZZZZI with aplomb and we just smiled in unison!)
Silks, gold, jasmine, sandalwood, kajal, bindis, beaming faces meeting old friends and everyone discussing DANCE in excited chatter made us feel that WE WERE INDEED in the centre of the universe, even if it was just a 30 day illusion!
Between conferences and daily performances, culture tours and cuisine, Chennai was the hub of the Indian dance universe for a brief and glorious time. I was fortunate NOT to perform this season but promised to watch as much dance as I possibly could.
And I did.
Here are my observations. They are random and not in any particular order.
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Every atom of me in magnificent glow
Than a sleepy and permanent planet
- Jack London
Chennai was aglow and in full bloom in the last month of 2018.
All the cliché words used to describe this South Indian metropolis rang true during the month of MARGAZHI.
(Non Tamilians merrily said MAARGAZZZZZI with aplomb and we just smiled in unison!)
Silks, gold, jasmine, sandalwood, kajal, bindis, beaming faces meeting old friends and everyone discussing DANCE in excited chatter made us feel that WE WERE INDEED in the centre of the universe, even if it was just a 30 day illusion!
Between conferences and daily performances, culture tours and cuisine, Chennai was the hub of the Indian dance universe for a brief and glorious time. I was fortunate NOT to perform this season but promised to watch as much dance as I possibly could.
And I did.
Here are my observations. They are random and not in any particular order.
Read the message in the site
Thank you. Very nicely written summary of events at Chennai with careful observations.
ReplyDeleteLovely observations and wisely addresses issues is what a keen reader's take from your writings.
ReplyDeleteNice review. Such open write-ups always help the artist to grow in a better direction.
ReplyDeletealways enjoy reading your observations and look forward to it every month:)
ReplyDeleteBeautifully written. Unbiased.Shows your eye for detail. A true artist in every way
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