Another very well received performance by TDC for a very worthy cause. The Bangladeshi community in Sacramento organized this concert to raise funds for the Cyclone victims back home. It is always heart warming when people from the audience you don't even know, walks up to tell you that ours was the best performance of the evening. All the hard work seems to become worthwhile.
This time we performed a slightly modified version of our earlier production 'Cosmic Creation' and added a new choreography to the tunes of 'Let's Make It Better' by A.R. Rehman. Thanks to performers Swami, Tanu and Vijay for all their hard work and commitment, Tanu for making the script sound so much better, Soma for a fabulous job with the costumes as usual, Vimmi and Nalini for all your help backstage.
Lighting and stage rehearsal for this show however turned out to be a challenge and the backdrop was compromised at the last minute with musical instruments for a band that was supposed to play later that night. But amidst all those frustrations, our performance spoke for itself and we ended up pulling off a great show.
29.1.08
2.1.08
Website Launched!
TDC is proud to announce the launch of its new website. It has been redesigned with more information on classes and events. We would like to thank MediaStorm Studio for their contribution. Take a spin and get in touch soon.
TDC wishes everyone a very happy new year!
TDC wishes everyone a very happy new year!
17.12.07
Happy Holidays!
TDC will be closed this entire December due to the Holiday season. We will be resuming our normal practice schedule starting January 9th, 2008.
Happy holidays from all of us at TDC!
Happy holidays from all of us at TDC!
8.11.07
Lights, Camera & Action!
All our members will attest to the last few weeks being a whirlwind of scheduling, rehearsals, costume shopping and many sleepless nights (hence no blog updates). But at the end, our dazzling performances made it a very happy ending for two major shows in Sacramento.
TDC was featured as the main attraction at the California Telegu Samiti vArshikOtsavam on October 28th, 2007, where we depicted the elements - earth, wind, water and fire creating life. The choreography was set apart with its unique blend of kathak, Odissi, Bharatnatyam and Contemporary.'Cosmic Creation' touched the heart of the audience and the positive reviews came flooding in after our performance. That was the biggest reward for our tremendously hard working and committed troupe members. A special thanks goes out to Shomeek for brilliant lighting effects, Kanchan and Sowmiya for their help in dress and makeup and Sanjeev and Kiran for capturing some excellent still moments of the event. {Photos}
Within a week's time TDC was back in action at Vibha's Diwali celebrations on Nov 3rd, 2007. This time it was in a much smaller scale due to lack of time and auditorium capabilities. Without special lighting effects and very few rehearsals, TDC was still able to stand out from the oh so common Bollywood jhatkas and matkas. 'Unveiled' was choreographed to the tunes of the title song of 'Laaga Chunri mein Daag' with strong influences of the Kathak and contemporary styles that left the audience in an uproar. {Photos}
After much action, we have now resumed our regular training schedule. We already have three spectators of the shows eager to join us and look forward to many more. Thank you all for your support and inspiration that keeps us dancing.
TDC was featured as the main attraction at the California Telegu Samiti vArshikOtsavam on October 28th, 2007, where we depicted the elements - earth, wind, water and fire creating life. The choreography was set apart with its unique blend of kathak, Odissi, Bharatnatyam and Contemporary.'Cosmic Creation' touched the heart of the audience and the positive reviews came flooding in after our performance. That was the biggest reward for our tremendously hard working and committed troupe members. A special thanks goes out to Shomeek for brilliant lighting effects, Kanchan and Sowmiya for their help in dress and makeup and Sanjeev and Kiran for capturing some excellent still moments of the event. {Photos}
Within a week's time TDC was back in action at Vibha's Diwali celebrations on Nov 3rd, 2007. This time it was in a much smaller scale due to lack of time and auditorium capabilities. Without special lighting effects and very few rehearsals, TDC was still able to stand out from the oh so common Bollywood jhatkas and matkas. 'Unveiled' was choreographed to the tunes of the title song of 'Laaga Chunri mein Daag' with strong influences of the Kathak and contemporary styles that left the audience in an uproar. {Photos}
After much action, we have now resumed our regular training schedule. We already have three spectators of the shows eager to join us and look forward to many more. Thank you all for your support and inspiration that keeps us dancing.
21.10.07
Flaunting pink
This Saturday's practice session was dedicated to Breast Cancer awareness month. Here is a glimpse of a few troupe members sporting pink. The guys for some reason were unable to find any pink in their wardrobe. ;)
18.10.07
Dancing to the beats of Durga
Yes folks, its that time of the year again - its Durga Puja. Five days of worshiping, celebrating, socializing, feasting and of course what we do best - dancing. However far we might be from Kolkata - our hearts and minds are still filled with the puja spirits and the beats of the 'dhaakis' keep flooding our ears. During evening 'aratis' (offerings) it is customary to have a 'dhunochi' dance. Some places are even witnesses to competitions amongst spectators on who can perform the art best. So lets take off our shoes and let go this season. Lets celebrate and spread love and lets all DANCE!
For pandal hopping visit Ananda Utsav
Shaaradiya Shubheccha!
For pandal hopping visit Ananda Utsav
Shaaradiya Shubheccha!
18.9.07
Passionately Pink for the Cure
Passionately Pink for the Cure™ is a simple awareness and fundraising program that begins on October 1, 2007. It’s a great way for you to show your support for the cause during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
TDC will be going pink at their Oct 17th practise session and a part of October's membership dues will be donated to Susan G Komen Foundation. We encourage all to show your support by clicking on the image below~
TDC will be going pink at their Oct 17th practise session and a part of October's membership dues will be donated to Susan G Komen Foundation. We encourage all to show your support by clicking on the image below~
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