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Raja and Radha Reddy - Kuchipudi Dance
The classical dance form Kuchipudi-which derives its name from the village Kuchelapuram in South India, where it was nurtured by scholars and artists - makes use of both rhythmic footwork and sculpturesque body poses. Stylized mime combines with more realistic acting using hand gestures, facial expressions and, occasionally, dialogue. World-renowned dancing couple Raja and Radha Reddy bring new dimension to Kuchipudi without sacrificing traditional poetry or dramatic sensibility. Performing at PEM with a nine-member ensemble, the couple was the first to receive two of the highest-ranking civilian awards in India.
Date: 07/15/2006
Location: Morse Auditorium
Peabody Essex Museum
East India Square, Salem, MA
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: Supporters $50, PEM and MITHAS members $25, nonmembers $30, students $20
Contact: 978 745 9500 X 3011 (PEM registration line)
Web: http://www.pem.org/events/calendar.php?m=7&d=15&y=2006
Directions: http://pem.org/visit/hours.php