Pracheeti Dange
Odissi Guru
Pracheeti Dange is an internationally acclaimed Odissi dancer and teacher based in Pune, India, and London.
About
Pracheeti Dange is an internationally acclaimed Odissi dancer and teacher based in Pune, India, and London. She is an empanelled artist with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Government of India, and the founder of the Pracheeti Odissi Dance Academy.
Pracheeti Dange has more than 20 years of experience in Odissi dance. Drawn to the art form from a young age, she has been privileged to receive the blessings and attend workshops of legendary maestros, including Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra and Pandit Birju Maharaj.
She holds a Diploma in Nrityashastra from the Nalanda Dance Research Centre, Mumbai, and a Visharad (B.A.) in Odissi dance from Gandharva Mahavidyalay. She teaches the authentic, traditional Odissi of the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Gharana.
Dange is recognized for her graceful movements, expressive bhavas and mudras, and strong rhythmic sense. She has choreographed various solo and group dance pieces, demonstrating an understanding of space and aesthetics.
Selected performances
Geet Govind Ballet: Invited as a guest artist to perform in Ahmedabad as part of an international production by the Menaka Thakkar Dance Company (Canada).
2011
Odissi International Festival: Performed a solo recital and was selected as one of the "Top Ten Talents" in Bhubaneshwar.
2013
Girnar Festival: Performed with her troupe at this prestigious festival in Gujarat, where she was also honored with the Girnar Ratna Award.
2024
Performances in Thailand: Concluded a series of successful performances in Thailand, including an event at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Embassy of India, Bangkok
2024