The Hopkins Wednesday Noon Series kicks off the spring semester on Feb. 4 with a performance by famous Indian dancer Sudha Bhagwat. The piece, which is entitled "India: Its Culture, Costumes and Classical Dance," will take place in Shriver Hall from noon to 1 p.m.
The Wednesday Noon Series, organized and presented by the Johns Hopkins Office of Special Events, is now entering its 38th season. With past series including Chinese folk dancing and a presentation highlighting award-winning television commercials, the Noon Series is intended to introduce students to a wide variety of cultural and informational programs.
Bhagwat is known worldwide for her extensive grasp of traditional Indian dance, culture and costume. She "brings the mystery and majesty of India's traditional dances to the stage. Immersed in the ornately textured music of the sitar, she reveals the gesture language, varied costumes and rich mythology of the percussive and vibrant Kathak Dance," said the Office of Special Events' press release.
A dancer since the age of six, Bhagwat has continued to improve upon her technique in traditional Indian dance. Frequenting India allows Bhagwat to consistently alter and add to the range of her performances.
Bhagwat has performed all over the world at places such as the Kennedy Center, the Shakespeare Theater and the New York City Opera House, and has worked with several renowned musicians including a collaboration with famed cellist Yo Yo Ma on his 2002 Silk Road Project.
Admission to this performance and all other Noon Series performances is free. For more information, call the Office of Special Events at 410-516-7157.
