Lasya Production Set To Epitomize 9 Universal Emotions Through Indian Heroines
 
Lasya Dance Company - Founder & Artistic Director, Vidhya Subramanian, dedicated to preserving and promoting the ancient dance-form of Bharatanatyam, today announced that it would stage its 16th production on Aug 8, 2010, at the McAfee Theater in Saratoga. "Navarasa- Her Choice", choreographed by Vidhya Subramanian, will showcase 10 women from Indian mythology, fiction and history, in a blend of classical Bharatanatyam and theatre. The heroines to be portrayed represent the 9 universal emotions: Sringara (Love), Veera (Bravery), Hasya (Mirth), Roudra (Anger), Bhibatsa (Revulsion), Karuna (Pity), Bhayanaka (Fear), Adbhuta (Wonder), and Shanta (Peace).
 
Lasya's production promises a riveting look into some of the poignant moments in India's culture. Why does Meera shun her royal life and turn saint-devotee? What was it to be Heer when she was separated from her beloved Ranjha? What made Tagore's heroine Chandalika proclaim that she was transformed by the words of an ascetic? Why did Sarojini Naidu's lyrical poetry change to be being revolutionary? Vignettes from the lives of several women will be brought to life through narrative and music.