Original upload date: Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT
Archive date: Mon, 06 Dec 2021 01:05:31 GMT
The Search Engine Google is showing this Doodle in India for celebrating Sitara Devi’s 97th Birthday.
Sitara Devi was an eminent Indian dancer of the classical Kathak style of dancing. Rabindranath
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Tagore described her as the empress of dance, after watching her performance when she was just 16 years old. The epithet continues, and she is still described as the Kathak queen for her vibrant energy, effortless footwork, and unparalleled ability to bring a story to life.
Her performances on and off the silver screen revived popular interest in the classical dance of Kathak.
Sitara Devi gave performances in several parts of India, and in several other countries, including at the Royal Albert Hall, London in 1967; and at the Carnegie Hall, New York in 1976.
Her significant achievements over a career spanning six decades were recognized by several awards, including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and the Padma Shree. Her legacy continues to inspire young talent in dance.
Read more details about Sitara Devi at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sitara_Devi
And, see the Google Doodle for Sitara Devi’s 97th Birthday at https://www.google.com/doodles/sitara-devis-97th-birthday
