On Monday, MARCH 4, 2024 at 7:30pm at The Willows Auditorium, One Lyman Street, The Westborough Historical Society will present “Classical Ballet and Music from Southern India” performed by Guru Sridevi Ajai Thirumalai, Artistic Director of the Natyamani School of Dance, which she established in 1992. Thirumalai’s dedication and contribution to the community was recognized by India New England News when she received its Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021.
The Bharathanatyam dance form originated 2000 years ago in the Hindu temples of Tamil Nadu. The technique and beauty of this dance consists of intricate footwork, meaningful hand gestures, and facial expressions. This program is co-sponsored by the Willows and is free and open to the public.