The winter holidays are upon us, and it is the perfect time to sit back and enjoy some well-deserved quiet time. While you put your feet up and have a nice cup of hot chocolate, why not dive into the world of dance? Here are some beautiful pieces that you can watch at home with family and friends - enjoy! ...
Alice – The Ballet : A Spellbinding Experience This Holiday Season
Step into a world of imagination as we bring the enchanting tale of Lewis Carroll’s "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" to life through the art of ballet - a captivating dance form that tells stories through graceful movements and expressive choreography. Whether you're a dance enthusiast or new to the world of performing arts, this show promises an unforgettable experience for ...
World Ballet Day 2023
This year, we celebrated the 10th anniversary of World Ballet Day, and everyone who was lucky enough to watch the live stream throughout the day was treated to an incredible show of talent, passion and artistry. Scroll down to watch some of our favourite companies and clips from the day. The Royal Ballet One of our favourite companies, the Royal ...
Dance Beyond Borders
By Anagha Madhan from En Avant Magazine July-August 2023 Originating in the pulsating beat of our linked world, dance is a worldwide language that crosses boundaries and language barriers and unites people from all walks of life. Dance has the ability to provoke emotions, convey stories, and build a profound feeling of community and understanding. This is true of vibrant ...
Our Students On Outreach
By Maya Haridas from En Avant Magazine July-August 2023 In Conversation with three of our students who came into the TLFCB family through the outreach collaboration with the Parikrma Foundation. They speak about their love for ballet and how TLFCB’s program has enabled them to dance in the face of adversity. What was your reaction when you got to know ...
A Whole New World – Anand Dhanakoti
By Maya Haridas from En Avant Magazine July August 2023 Follow the inspiring journey of TLFCB ‘s outreach alumni - the now established contemporary dancer Anand Dhanakoti. From first being spotted by Yana Lewis at an outreach workshop in Cubbon Park to creating his own pieces inspired by his childhood on the streets. From doing his first ballet class in ...
The Dancing Brain Part 2 – The Physical Marvels of Dance
By Anagha Madhan from En Avant Magazine July/August 2023 Graceful Fitness: How Dance Sculpts and Strengthens the Body The world of dance makes the human body into a canvas of artistry and an instrument of expression, while also being a powerhouse of physicality. Dancing is arguably one of the best methods to sculpt your body, toning your body slowly with each ...
The Power of Dance
Artistic Director Yana Lewis reflecting on the infinite Power of Dance. She speaks about experiences in her own life, as a student and as a teacher. Infinity and Beyond The Power of Dance is infinite. I strongly believe it is infinite. There’s no limit to what it can achieve and create. There is nothing that I can’t connect to it. Nothing ...
A Whole New World – Sushmitha Margad
By Maya Haridas, from en Avant Magazine Issue 10 Sweet, caring and the one who always comes up with the loveliest exercises. We all know Sushmitha Margad as a teacher. But now get to know her as a student and follow the journey that made her the teacher she is now. Why did you start learning ballet? As a new ...
The Dancing Brain – the cognitive effects of dance
By Anagha Madhan Click. The introduction to a piece of music begins, and you feel yourself ready to move, to dance. You feel the rush of endorphins as your body gears up to complete a set of steps, whether you're at home or in the studio. As you become familiar with the tempo and counts of the music, your entire body ...










