ROSEBURG, Oregon – The community is invited to share in a free performance at Umpqua Community College (UCC). On Wednesday, April 11, at noon, Duality: Indian Classical Dance will be performed in UCC’s Jacoby Auditorium.

Duality is the story of a woman who moves from her hometown in India to Portland, Ore. Along the way, she faces many hardships and challenges. She is able to find success and happiness, after overcoming those challenges with support from friends in her new hometown.

The woman’s story will be told through classical Indian dance called Bharatha Natyam. It originates from the 2nd century in India, and has been handed down through generations of practitioners and teachers as an oral tradition. Although, there are books on the dance codifying the grammar and technique saved from ancient palm leaf manuscripts.

This hour-long performance will be presented by the company dancers-many of whom are immigrants who have moved from India to make Portland their home. Some are second generation dancers who continue the tradition of dancing, supported by their families to preserve and propagate their heritage and cultural roots. Choreographer, danseuse Jayanthi Raman provides narration in English so audience can follow the story.

The free performance is sponsored by the ASUCC Leadership Board and the Office of Student Life & Campus Engagement.

About Umpqua Community College

Nestled in the beautiful North Umpqua River Valley, Umpqua Community College is the regional center for higher education in Douglas County, Oregon. UCC provides high quality college degree programs, workforce development, and community learning opportunities.

Contact

Marjan Coester – Contact
Director for Student Life and Campus Engagement
Phone: 541-440-7749