In Indian dance, the “Mudra” refers to hand gestures. These graceful movements are associated with body’s energy flow and the elements of nature. A good go-to on Mudras can be found here: https://chopra.com/articles/10-powerful-mudras-and-how-to-use-them. At Descanso Gardens “Dance India,” Sharanaya Mukhopadhyay and her dancers performed Odissi (classical Indian dance originated in the Hindu Temples of Odisha) and Joya Kazi Unlimited dancers brought the glitter of Bollywood to the evening. Ancient dance, side by side with the modern, all in the perfect setting of a botanical garden. Check out the photo slide show on FB @socalcultural
