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What is Odissi?
Learn about the history/origination and the distinction between Odissi and the other Indian Classical Dance Forms: Quick Tip: Learn in this order before advancing to the Techniques and Theory part of the guidebook. Introduction Indian Classical Dance Forms History How is Odissi Different? Dance Repertoire
History of Odissi
Not until recently, was the Odissi dance style created and organized into a dance repertoire. Its roots came from the Mahari Dance, the first traditional dance style of Odisha. The Mahari Dance was a ritualistic temple dance form performed by chaste women in front of Lord Jagannath in the ancient Puri Temples. This dance form […]