Sumeet Nagdev Dance Arts (SNDA) based in Mumbai, India was established in 2007, with a mission to provide holistic dance education as well as to create contemporary productions for stage & film that are modern yet rooted with Indian ethos & artistry.
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“ A perfect marriage of music and dance ”
“ It was great working for the first time with Sumeet ”
“ Great bunch of people; talented and patient, which is a lovely combination. So, it was great ”
“ I loved working with Sumeet because after a very long time, I got to feel again that I want to learn more, that I would love to become better because, I just love to dance. ”
“ Its a wonderful experience to dance here, teachers are more like friends and perfect place to learn dance, you don't only learn dance but also get theoretical knowledge about the same. They have batch and timings for all ages and groups hence was really helpful to me. ”
“ Dancing at SNDA has always been fun, and each session is always intense! The atmosphere is very motivating! Dancing has helped me build confidence and I am getting to know my capabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Improvisation has helped me grow as a dancer! ”
“ SNDA is my happy place. It’s wonderful being a student here since 2015 and learning from some of the finest talents. I look forward to many more learning experiences! ”
“ Amazing studio, amazing members and amazing experience dancing with super Sumeet! totally in love ♥ ”
SNDA's annual student recital - SPARK 2018 showcasing performances by the students of SNDA will be held on the 16th of December. Through the musical the students will not only present their dance pieces but will also be singing and acting!
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21st & 22nd December 2018, 7-9pm
Richard Chen See will be teaching the nuances of American Modern Dance with the help of a live musician. The class will comprise of technique, floor work, travelling movements and some repertoires from American Modern Dance Legend Paul Taylor’s original choreography. Richard’s positive approach and open attitude allows students to express themselves fully regardless of their prior training in dance.
About Richard Chen See
Richard Chen See is currently in India as a Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellow to offer educational exchange with dance companies, academies, universities and arts institutions during his time in Mumbai and New Delhi. Mr. Chen See has been staging the dances of the esteemed American choreographer Paul Taylor since 1999, while he was still actively performing for Mr. Taylor, originating and assuming numerous roles from the choreographer’s extensive repertory of works, dating from 1954. He started his performing career in 1979 with Northern Ballet Theatre (Manchester, UK) and went on to dance with companies that include Oakland Ballet (California, USA) and ODC/San Francisco (California, USA), before becoming a featured performer of Paul Taylor Dance Company in New York City from 1993 through 2008. With a background in dance repertoire ranging from classical ballet to experimental modern works, he has danced works created by the some of the most revered choreographers from Europe and the USA. He draws on this breadth of his experience when teaching and coaching dancers to technical excellence, grounded in the artistic intent of a dance or choreographer. When not travelling to stage dances, Mr. Chen See resides in New York City where he teaches ballet and modern dance at conservatories for teenagers and pre-professionals.
Watch a performance by Richard Chen for Paul Taylor Dance Company
INR 1000/- per student
INR 500/- for SNDA Members and SNDA PDC Alumni
Participants must have minimum 6 months training in either modern, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, ballet or any classical Indian dance forms. Minimum Age 12.
Instructions to register for course:
Artistic Director, Sumeet Nagdev is excited to be in Texas to perform for a show titled ‘Viveka’ produced by Lightwheel on 4th& 5thJan 2019. Details about the same HERE. If you are a west coast based US artist and wish for Sumeet to facilitate a workshop for you please contact here with subject as Sumeet Nagdev in USA. He will be in Los Angeles and San Francisco conducting workshops for dance companies alike.
