Dances of India ~ Sharing the power and beauty of dance through performances, education, cultural presentations and outreach activities

The 9th Annual St. Louis Dance Festival, sponsored
by Dances of India, on May 30thand 31st, 2008,
at Wash U's Edison Theatre

Two years ago Ms. Prem choreographed and taught a Bharata Natyam dance to five Washington University Dance students. Working with the students intensively, she was able to bring them to a level of mastery even beyond what we had anticipated. This choreography was one of the most well-received on the dance concert.

Mary-Jean Cowell
Coordinator, Dance Program,
Washington University in St. Louis

Several students have commented on how beautiful and graceful your performances were. They also were grateful for your explanations before each dance. It helped them have a better sense and understanding of what they were looking at.
Once again, thank you for taking the time to share your culture, your skills and gifts, and your time with us.

Brandyn Woodard
International Student Advisor,
Webster University

As you may be aware, classic Indian dancing is probably the oldest classical dance style in the world, dating back three thousand years. Like any other great classical dance form, it requires many years of study to learn the very elaborate technique and style, which are capable of expressing the entire range of human experience. Asha Prem not only dances many works that have been handed down for many centuries be she also choreographs in classical Indian style and contemporary Indian dance.

Sally Brayley Bliss
Executive Director Emeritus,
Dance St. Louis

To really understand Indian dance, you must see it in action! Select the method below that best suits your schedule and internet connection.

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