1 November 2024/
EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF DANCE AT NCPA’S UMANG IN MUMBAI
The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), India’s premier cultural institution in Mumbai, is thrilled to present UMANG, a series of vibrant art programs at the Godrej Dance Theatre on 6 November 2024.
Whispers of Tradition
This enchanting performance features a captivating Manipuri and Kathak duet by the renowned artists Sudip Kumar Ghosh and Sourav Roy. Their dance will weave a beautiful conversation through the rich traditions of these classical forms.
Renowned Manipuri dancer Sudip Kumar Ghosh is celebrated for his captivating performances, including enchanting Manipuri and Kathak duets. His dedication to Manipuri dance led him to the Jawaharlal Nehru Manipuri Dance Academy, thanks to the guidance of Guru K. Jatin Singh from Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan. At the academy, Sudip Kumar was trained extensively under Guru Th. Chourajeet Singh, son of Padma Shri Guru Th. Babu Singh and Smt. N. Amusana Devi. Sudip Kumar Ghosh is also a Graded Artist at Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata.
Renowned Kathak dancer Sourav Roy began his illustrious career at a very young age. Initially trained by Sri Goutam Sengupta, he has been under the guidance of the eminent Kathak exponent and Guru Dr. Malabika Mitra for over two decades. Sourav’s dedication and passion for this exquisite art form have shaped his life and career. He has enriched his skills through workshops with legendary Gurus like Pandit Birju Maharaj, Pandit Rajendra Gangani, Pandit Vijay Shankar and Smt. Kumudini Lakhia. Sourav Roy’s exceptional talent has earned him significant acclaim both in India and abroad.