Event:Dandiya Dancing

Come and join the festivities

Dussehra is a popular Indian festival celebrated by Hindus all over the world. This follows nine days of festivity called Navratri which means nine nights in Sanskrit. The festival signifies the triumph of good over evil.  

One of the interesting feature of Navratri is the Garba and the Dandiya Ras – dance performed by men and women in a big circle. The Dandiya Ras or Stick Dance is performed by holding small polished sticks made of wood. As they whirl to the intoxicating rhythm of the dance, men and women strike the dandiyas together, adding to the joyous atmosphere during nine evenings leading up to Dussehra on the tenth day.

Led by Indian Kathak Dance professional and community artist, Sarita Sood.

Sarita Sood – Artist Profile

Sarita Sood is a trained professional dance artist specialising in the Indian dance form Kathak, one of the most dynamic and visually stunning classical dance techniques of India. 

Sarita trained in dance with a 5 degree in Classical Indian Dance from Bhatkhande University Lucknow in North India.  

Her degree also saw her specialise in various folk and contemporary dances from India including the popular Bollywood dancing. 

Since graduating in 1990, she has taught extensively (both adults and children), facilitated and choreographed dance-based performances and performed as an International solo artist. She has worked with various community and charity organisations and many schools, community groups and organisations.