One Breathe & One Body Movement at a time
"Each part of your body has its own consciousness. Learn how to bring awareness into every single corner"
About Me.
Nidhi Dongre, an avant-garde movement and dance artist, is distinguished by her proficiency in Bharatanatyam, Contemporary, and Physical Theatre. Fueled by a fascination with human interactions and universal concepts that define life, Nidhi shapes her artistry into transformative workshops. Within these sessions, she guides participants toward a profound understanding of their bodies and minds through contemporary body-centric practices.These studies go beyond dance and have a multidisciplinary approach to the practice. These sessions enable one to develop a profound understanding of patterns of emotions and enhance self-awareness.
At the core of Nidhi's artistic ethos is creating secure spaces for individuals to experiment with diverse art forms, encouraging an exploration of their inner spirit. Her muse lies in the human body, celebrating its authenticity and innate organic capabilities. Nidhi ardently believes in body movements and dance's therapeutic and narrative potential.
Driven by a mission to revolutionize the performance landscape, Nidhi aspires to change one body movement and one emotion
Education
Academic Portfolio
Nidhi is a Sociology graduate from St. Xaviers College, Mumbai. Her studies of society, culture, and community deeply moved her to pursue her post-graduation diploma from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences in Dance & Movement Therapy.
Performing Art qualifications
Nidhi's journey through her performing arts education showcases a diverse and comprehensive training experience across various esteemed institutions. Nrityangan Academy of Fine Arts, Mumbai, served as the foundation for Nidhi's performing arts education in Bharatanatyam. Continuing her passion for dance Nidhi pursued her post-graduation in Bharatanatyam at Sree Vallabh Sangeetalaya, a renowned institution recognized by the Maharashtra government.
Nidhi expanded her horizons beyond classical dance through contemporary and physical theatre training under the guidance of Rahul Goswami and Melissa Eveleigh. This training involved intensive workshops and classes focusing on various techniques and styles, including the Jacque Le Coq style of physical theatre, surrealism, and realism.
The incorporation of different styles of training suggests Nidhi's versatility and willingness to explore diverse forms of expression within the performing arts. By studying under the tutelage of experienced mentors across multiple institutions, Nidhi has gained a well-rounded education that equips her with a range of skills and influences to draw upon in her artistic endeavors.
Experential Learning
Nidhi is a versatile dancer and movement practitioner. She has performed extensively in temples and prestigious institutions, such as the Soho House Mumbai and the International Dance Festival at Kerala Kovalam Arts and Craft Centre. Nidhi is an ardent believer in dance education. She believes dance goes beyond practical experience and realizes the importance of theory in arts. Nidhi presented a paper at a Desakala Conference on Healing Trauma with Art, a Pan-Indian Conference in 2021. Nidhi has always been interested in working towards creating a community of creative minds and has been associated with Imagination Artist Hostel Goa for the same.
Nidhi's creativity goes beyond borders and has truly justified the idea that art unites beyond physical spaces. She represented India in the International Dance Council (Korean Ministry of Culture), collaborating with camera and movement to develop screen dance or dance films and a Creative process for lens and movement led by the prestigious Scottish Dance Theatre Company.
Nidhi has also worked in curating a dance festival in Delhi with the Natya Ballet Centre, which enhanced her administrative skills.
Galore
Explore. Experience. Express. Enhance
Nidhi's performing arts education lies in its fundamental belief that every individual possesses a unique capacity for expression. Across her various training sessions and courses, this principle forms the cornerstone, offering a platform to channel authenticity and rawness often absent in classical or structured contemporary art forms.
Central to the curriculum is the idea of understanding oneself through the body—a vessel for expression—and cultivating an environment where each body becomes a vehicle for uninhibited expression, spontaneity, and playfulness. It's about fostering a deep connection, or perhaps reconnection, with our bodies, and delving into the uncharted territories of our personal narratives and experiences.
Rather than adhering strictly to established forms or techniques, the emphasis is on exploration—of the self, of untold stories, of unexplored emotions. It's a journey of discovery, where boundaries are pushed, and new avenues of expression are uncovered. Through this approach, Nidhi encourages them to tap into the richness of their own lived experiences, infusing their performances with a depth and authenticity that resonates with audiences on a profound level.
Nidhi's education in the performing arts transcends mere technical proficiency; it's about nurturing a profound connection with the essence of human expression and harnessing the power of the body to convey stories, emotions, and truths that defy conventional constraints.
About
Nrityangan Academy of Fine Arts
"Creating an integrated whole, of the dance and the dancer".
VISION: The dance is the mother of arts; it removes the limitations of the body, extinguishes the consciousness, and pours the divine spirit into the dancer"
Nrityangan Academy of Fine Arts is placed in the heart of suburban Mumbai, at Santacruz. Nrityangan literally means "Nritya Ka Aangan", ie "An arena of dance". The academy exclusively imparts training in the Bharatanatyam style of Indian classical dance exploring the essence of the Kalakshetra dance style along with few traces from the Tanjavur style.
Daphne Duchatel
After training at the Improvised Bodies course, I now know who I am as a dancer. I found a lot of grounding during her course and see myself moving in ways I did not expect. I now know how to express better, which gives me a lot of confidence for the next step.
Aman Saini
I have always been a little conscious of my body when it comes to movements and expressing myself through my body. But the course Improvised Bodies has been one of the most wholesome things I have done for myself in 2023. I have been able to figure out the limits of my body and able to articulate my emotions through my body. I will not stop Improvising from here on!
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