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Research & Productions
based on these studies :
Use of the Odissi
Mrudanga in the Odissi Classical Dance -
Murchhana -mythological story on the creation of
Mrudanga.
Vrindavan Parikrama - Oral traditions on Radha-Kriskna.
Talamalika - The art of Mrudanga is well known for
the intricacies of rhythmic patterns. Talamalika involves
spontaneous creation of rhythmic patterns, dancers and percussionists
challenging and enhancing each other.
The folk art traditions of Western Orissa -
Dhulikhel -
The folk artists and Odissi dancers interact, highlighting
the special features of each style.
Study of the Sabara
tribe of Orissa -
Jagannatha Priya Natakam - the evolution of Jagannatha
from a tribal god to an Ariyan god.
Study on Temple dance tradition of Puri and the rituals
& festivals associated with the temple -
Sampoorna - Temple rituals and festivals. Real life situations,
incidents and personal philosophy, narrated by the last few
Temple dancers of Puri.
Rural dance movements of Orissa - for increasing
the vocabulary of Odissi classical Dance -
Sutra- traces the history of Classical Odissi Dance
from the primitive to the stylized dance form. 'Sutra' explores
the links between the folk and the classical dance and also
the areas of further creations.
Sharmila Biswas and her repertory have been
recognized as one of the leading dance companies of India.
Sharmila has performed extensively both within and outside
the country. She has participated in most of the prestigious
dance festivals of India, which included the Khajuraho, Konarak,
Nishagandhi, Kalidas, Ellora, Elephanta and Soorya Festival.
Her performances abroad include the Festival of India in USSR
& Germany, USA, England, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia,
UAE & Bangladesh.
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