This six-week course will be led by our guest dance director, Ayu Sukmawati. Students will be introduced to the foundational movements of classical Balinese dance, with a focus on dance styles classified by basic postures known as Agem. This course will center on Tari perunpuan, a traditional female dance form that is elegant. While historically performed by females, this dance can be learned and performed by anyone, making the class open to all.
Students of all genders are welcomed; students must be at least 12 years old. These classes may sometimes take place outside in the outdoor patio area of the banjar building, depending on the preference of the instructor.
Ayu Sukmawati, S.H., is a celebrated Balinese dancer and choreographer from Ubud, specializing in classic female roles. As the dance director of Semara Ratih, she follows in the footsteps of her renowned mother and aunt, Ni Gusti Ayu Rai and Ni Gusti Ayu Raka Rasmi. Trained by Gunung Sari’s Anak Agung Gede Mandera, she has won top awards for Oleg, Belibis, and Legong Pelayon. Known for her powerful stage presence, she excels in Legong, Oleg, and Teruna Jaya and served as the master teacher for winning Legong dancers at the 2002 Gong Kebyar Festival.
1st 6-week session:
Thursday, February 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, February 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, February 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, March 6, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, March 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, March 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
2nd 6-week session:
Thursday, April 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, April 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, April 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, May 1, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, May 8, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sliding scale class fee for each 6-session series.
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