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Pearls of Wisdom
In the era when western influences dominate, a degree in Indian classical dance is no mean feat indeed. But a post-graduate degree is considered to be an even greater achievement. No wonder Pune-based Nritya Visharad and Nritya Alankar, Asawari Rahalkar was invited to Thane on December 3, to share tips on learning classical dance and also to guide students who are taking dance exams. The session was organised by Shree Ganesh Nritya Kala Mandir, which is the official centre for …
See and Smile
It’s not just students who heave a sigh of relief during summertime. As the financial year of most Indian companies ends in March, even business executives and working professionals look forward to a time off from their gruelling work schedules. Most pack their bags and head to a holiday destination. Those who stay back participate in the various activities and events organised in and around the city. One such summertime event that the city residents look forward to is the …
Eco Designs on Ganesha
In Maharashtra, creative expression is at its peak during Ganpati festival. Such is the enthusiasm that surrounds the Big G’s arrival that year after year, devotees get transformed into artists as they decorate Ganpati’s ten-day habitat in the most beautiful and innovative manner with socially relevant themes. So we have had themes like modern medicine and AIDS awareness, evolution of humankind and the beginning of the Universe and evolution of religion. Pokhran Blasts, Kargil War, KBC, cricket match-fixing and 9/11 …
Visual Appeal
Art lives forever. And thereby makes artists immortal. One such immortal artist is Dinanath Dalal, who lives among us even after three decades of his demise. Dalal is probably not as familiar as some of the leading Marathi litterateurs, yet it is difficult to find any literate Maharashtrian who has never come across the works of the talented artist from Goa. Dalal’s career spanned over three and half decades and during this period, his paintings appeared in various Marathi textbooks, …
Artrageous!
Studies suggest that drawing is an important part of literacy development. Drawing can serve as a powerful means for developing children’s perception and thought. And when these children are given the appropriate environment, time and access to materials, it is not uncommon for them to spend hours on their drawings, expressing their thoughts, observations and imaginations as vividly as they can. Evidence of this was seen at an inter-school drawing competition held in the Thane city last month. Organised by …
A Literary Flock
There are booklovers, film freaks and theatre enthusiasts. And then there are literary buffs, aficionados if you will, who simply thrive on books, theatre and the like. Thane has a rich tradition that values literary culture and boasts of having produced many well-known artists and writers. The residents of the city are also ardent enthusiasts and lap up half an opportunity for participating in art and related events. Come March 30, 2003 and the city will witness a highly charged …
The Winning Click
Photography has come a long way since the word was made popular by Sir John Herschel in 1839. From optical-chemical processes of the 19th century to the digital imaging of the 21st century, photography has successfully captured moments that are lived and relived. Thane based Foto Circle Society is an organisation that promotes the purpose of photography by providing a platform to professionals and amateurs. Created four years ago, the society has a singular aim: To encourage photographers of all …
All work and no play makes…
Extra-curricular activities provide school students an opportunity to break away from the monotony of academic exertions. Several studies suggest that participation in such activities help students perform better in school and beyond. Better grades, lower absenteeism and success in later life are some of benefits associated with extra-curricular pursuits. (See Box) City-based student group Jidnyasa has been endeavouring to cultivate the interest of students in non-school activities. Surendra Dighe who founded Jidnyasa in 1991, discloses, "Jidnyasa stands for curiosity – …
Circle of Friends
In my opinion, friends are like diamonds, because just like diamonds, friends are forever too. Take for instance friends of Ashok Sathe, the well known Marathi stage, TV and film artist. Sathe turned sixty on March 10, 2002 and his friends (most of who started their career with him) celebrated the occasion in an unusual style. Sathe’s friends wanted to use the occasion for a meaningful activity. So they organized a public programme at Sahyog Mandir wherein they held a …
Food Fete
Food recipes are meant to be shared. And that’s exactly what they do at food festivals where people prepare variety of dishes and put them on display. In this respect, chefs and cooks can be easily compared with artists. Dione Lucas, cooking school teacher, television chef and cookbook author says, "The preparation of good food is merely another expression of art, one of the joys of civilized living." January 11, 2002 was a joyful day for food lovers in Thane, …