Thursday, October 4, 2007

Other Dances Performances

There are many dance forms in Orissa that keep the people of Orissa close this performing arts. Most of them are tribal and folk dances. The main folk dance of the state is the Chhau Dance. The dance is portrays the theme of combat and fighting. Most of the scenes enacted in the dance are taken from Mahabharata and Ramayana. The dance is very quick with fast foot and hand movements. Though the grace of the dance is never compromised and it is an absolute treat to watch the dance performed by its masters. Other Major dances are Naga Dance and Ghumra Dance. Naga dance is peculiar dance and is not accompanied by any song or music.

Orissa was and still is famous for its many classical and folk dances. Earlier the fame of these dances were confined to the state and nearby areas. But now, they are famous even in the far corners of the world. A visit to Orissa is never complete without experiencing a live performance of Odissi Dance. So don't miss the opportunity of witnessing any form of Oriyan dance which are good enough to keep you spellbound for hours.

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