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Artist’s Reflection
As a classical dancer, nature is deeply central to my work. We often depict stories from Hindu mythology and history where nature strongly shapes the emotions and journeys of the characters. Because of this, we draw constant inspiration from the natural world around us, allowing it to guide our expression, movement, and emotional depth.
In that sense, nature becomes both our reference and our emotional vocabulary on stage.
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About the Author
Asa Willoughby
Asa Willoughby is a classically trained Bharatanatyam and Kathak artist with over seventeen years of study across India, the UK, and the US, and a doctoral scholar at the University of Michigan.
