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Who Gets to Dance?
Destined to Dance with Chitralekha Bolar MBE
In this episode, Sonia Sabri MBE chats with Bharatanatyam artist and teacher, Chitralekha Bolar MBE to discuss her father's influence, establishing herself in the UK, barriers in the dance sector and so much more! Includes extended cut!!
00:04 - Intro
01:42 - Icebreakers
04:51 - Chirtraleka's upbringing
13:08 - First steps in the UK
24:42 - Barriers in the dance sector
34:24 - Who gets to dance?
39:48 - Pathways to South Asian dance
42:12 - Teaching skills
47:01 - Self proclamation in the dance industry
50:56 - Health benefits of South Asian dance
54:40 - Advice to young dancers
55:34 - End
56:19 - Extended cut
01:02:16 - Outro
Send love to Chitraleka Bolar MBE
Instagram: @chitralekabolar | @chitralekadanceacademy
Website: www.chitraleka.co.uk
Sonia Sabri Company
Website: www.ssco.org.uk
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