Haifa (Israel): Indian enthusiasts in Israel descended on the northern Israeli coastal city of Haifa on Monday evening to witness a rich and impressive dance performance that blended the traditional Indian dance form of Odissi with modern styles, including fusion, Bollywood, urban dance, and even some shades of Middle-Eastern influences.
Young dancers from the Indian dance troupe Amaiza, founded by dancer and choreographer Nitisha Nanda, known for her appearances in leading reality shows “So You Think You Can Dance India” and “India’s Got Talent”, gave a captivating performance in front of a packed Beit Aba Hushi auditorium, with the 500 people in the audience often cheering in delight.
The Embassy of India in Israel, in collaboration with the Haifa Municipality, the Indian Cultural Centre, and the Port of Haifa, hosted the vibrant cultural event, “Celebrating the deepening friendship between India and Israel”.
Haifa, a city with deep historical connections to India, has been a symbol of the bravery of Indian soldiers who liberated it from Ottoman control in 1918. The performance was a tribute to the shared history and was the opening act for Amaiza’s Israel tour, with more shows scheduled across the country.
