About Ourselves

'A journey of thousand miles begins with a single step.' We also did the same. Formed on 19th July 1963, we began in a very small way. Our prime objective is to impart discipline and promote our great cultural heritage amongst the youth. We have progressed over the years culminating into the present day - Nrityanjali - extending our activities in various dimensions. Nrityanjali is now a registered public charitable trust.

Our Uniqueness

• A thorough "Professional" yet a "Non Commercial" organisation.

• Multitude of members from different walks of life, four generations working together, drawn and bound together by pure love for social service, music, dance and dramatics.
• Multidimensional activities such as:-
  • Educational activities
  • Various courses in performing arts.
  • Organising and managing seminars &conferences
  • Journalistic activities - publishing registered quarterly house magazine "Parichay Mein Parichay".
  • Social service - providing training in performing arts free of cost to children in the orphanages, presenting performances for the patients in hospitals free of cost, visiting inmates of Old-Homes and entertaining them with music & dance free of cost.
  • Performing at prestigious occasions.
  • Management Trainings.
• The performing artistes of Nrityanjali, under the guidance of our director Dr. Tushar Guha, present various performances. The proceeds of the show are utilised in conducting the various activities listed above.

Our Objectives

Nrityanjali is a well - conceptualised centre for learning. A centre for understanding, thought and action, formed as a confluence of performing arts, education and personality development. Our objective is to imbibe the aesthetics of performing arts and education, to spread beauty and smile and primarily to love, care and share whatever little we have. Our approach is simple and our medium is music, dance and dramatics, which have an universal appeal. It is through this medium that we are to reach our goal of social service.

Membership

Nrityanjali Membership is through Invitation and has no Fees. Individuals from different walks of life education, medicine, science, arts, accounts, administration, housewives and students of different age groups (from 10 years to 70 years) work together for social service & education through the medium of music & dance. No donations are accepted for administrative purposes.

Nrityanjali aims at

• Creating an awareness of human values.
• Providing constant guidance, encouraging the development of the hidden talents of the youth, channelising their ubiquitous energies into creative, constructive and rewarding activities.
• Inculcating the basic qualities of a good human being, creating among the youth a strong code of ethics, morality and commitment.

We at Nrityanjali

• Promote and conduct educational activities such as Inter-school competitions in the various disciplines of performing arts, education and personality development.
• Conduct classes in performing arts and for subjects offered by the Gandharva Mahavidyalaya.
• Cultivate the skills of music, dance & dramatics in the youth and conduct & organise cultural shows for various schools, colleges and other social organisations - as a token of social service.
• Organise workshops on creativity development, seminars & symposia on contemporary relevant topics.
• Conduct need-based orientation, refresher and general or special personality development courses.
• Publish a house magazine "Parichay Mein Parichay" to promote literary creativity and to share diverse views on various pertinent topics.
• Step forward to rejuvenate ancient traditions especially the "Guru -- Shishya" parampara so as to inculcate in youngsters a sense of reverence for our great cultural heritage.

Administrative Setup

Nrityanjali "SUNDAY CLASSES" (1.30 P.M. to 6 P.M.) is the spirit of Nrityanjali and is the centre of activity. Here people of all ages learn together varieties of art forms, free of cost, under the founder director Guru Dr. Tushar Guha who has an in-depth study of Indian Folk Dances. Training in folk dances & dance dramas is an integral part of the Sunday Classes.

The Sunday Classes through their methodical interaction motivate & develop self-confidence, team spirit, leadership qualities and selfless attitude.

Oratory, compeering, stagecraft, dress designing, make-up, stage management, choreography, in-depth knowledge of the art (history, geography, music, costume etc.), event management and the art of communication are the other aspects of these classes.

Nrityanjali Faculty Division offers Visharad Courses in Bharat Natyam Dance, Kathak Dance, Sangeet, Harmonium, Tabla etc. under the Gandharva Mahavidyalaya. Classes are held throughout the week on these art forms. Regular interaction among the management, teachers, students and parents are maintained. University examinations are held in April-May and November-December every year. Outside students and other institutions are also affiliated to Nrityanjali for purposes of University examinations. Nrityanjali is the POST GRADUATE centre of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya. Internal diploma examinations are also conducted at Nrityanjali.

Diploma examinations are held for students not eligible for University examinations

The Personality Development Course as researched and devised by Dr. Tushar Guha over the last 30 years, which includes meditation, communication skills, study of emotions, human relations, science of mirror, time management, projects & planning, case study are taught as a Diploma Course and various workshops and lectures are held for educational institutions.

Nrityanjali Management Services Division takes up training programmes for the corporate sectors in Personality Development, which include self-analysis, communication skills, study of emotions & time management.

Our faculties, who are highly learned and experienced also conduct other Management Services like Marketing Skills, Logistics, ISO 2000, ISO 9000, Environment, Waste Management, Finance & Accountancy.

Nrityanjali Extra Curricular Division organises Interschool Competitions every December for students from KG to Std Xth. The competitions are - Drawing, Essay, Hand Writing, Recitation, Story Telling, Elocution (in English, Hindi, Marathi), General Knowledge, Debate, Vocal (Hindusthani, Carnatic, Light), Dance ( Indian - Folk & Classical, Western),Mono Acting and Fancy Dress which totals to 77 categories. Over 15000 Students from 150 Schools in and around Mumbai and Thane District participate. There are no restrictions on the number of participants.

The Competitions are organised in Four zones - Central, Western, Navi Mumbai & South Mumbai.

Nominal fees are charged and the entire expenses are met from Nrityanjali Fund collected through performances and mangement trainings. Apart from the prize winners, every participant is issued a Certificate of APPRECIATION. Special care is taken of the participating children during the competition.

The purpose of these competitions is to help develop self-confidence and the spirit of competitiveness. "One must try to win but if not , one must learn to lose gracefully."

Festivals of regional music, dance & dramatics are organised which highlight the tradition and originality of the region. These are aimed at both entertainment and awareness.

Conferences and Seminars on Performing Arts, Education and Personality Development are organised. Nrityanjali also specialises in Event Management.

The Nrityanjali Programme Division arranges Cultural Shows of Folk Dances of India (Specially Researched ), Classical Dances, Music & Drama. These shows are presented by the students of the "SUNDAY CLASSES". Special programmes are presented for foreign dignitaries and visitors, which are followed by question answer sessions on the art form, costumes, history & significance of the dances.

This is the major source of income of Nrityanjali.

Nrityanjali Information Service (NIS) publishes Quarterly House Magazine "PARICHAY MEIN PARICHAY" which is a literary forum for the members. Poems & Articles on various subjects like Medicine, Travels, Management, Art, Science, Cookery, Home, Humour etc are covered. Write-ups or contributions by members / subscribers and others are given priority. The Editorial Board has an Open House policy and any new suggestions and ideas are welcome. The magazine contains articles in English, Hindi & Marathi Languages. The life membership is Rs.1000/- for 10 Years and the Annual membership is Rs.200/- . Any one is welcome to be a member of PMP.

We welcome articles, poems, write-ups for publication in our 'Parichay Mein Parichay' magazine.

The Nrityanjali Library provides reading material for Performing Arts, Personality Development, Management, Psychology, Philosophy, Computer Science, Science & Technology, Sports, General Knowledge etc.

The Library is operative only on SUNDAYS between 3 P.M. to 5 P.M. and has an Annual Fee of Rs.50/- with a Security Deposit of Rs.200/-.

Any one can join the library and need to follow the rules.

They Say

Dr. C.G. D'lima Director-Rizvi Institute of Management Studies and Research(AUGUST 2001) "An Individual not an organisation creates excellence and collective efforts of such individuals build an organisation."

Mr. K. Vijay Raghavan : Director-Managment Study Centre Chennai and Former Collector Customs and Excise. (JAN 2001) "Nrityanjali's Belief that"WE CAN MAKE OUR LIVES BEAUTIFUL IF WE WANT" is so apt and remarkable.Indeed "BEAUTY IS TRUTH AND TRUTH IS BEAUTY" - and realisation of truth ,realizing one's potential justifies Nrityanjali's expression "IF I AM NOT BEAUTIFUL IN MY OWN EYES,HOW CAN I BE BEAUTIFUL IN THE EYES OF OTHERS"

Mrs. Grace Pinto. Director St. Xavier's Group of Schools(oct 2001) "Nrityanjali's convincing,disciplined and constructive way of communication has enriched the teachers to sharpen their skills and sights".

Capt. Subramanian: Principal, LBS college of Advanced Maritime Studies and Research (may 2000) "I was spellbound watching your Indian Folk and Greek dances.The Kathak and the Bharatnatyam dances were simply spectacular."

Mrs. Sakuntala Narsimhan : Eminent Vocalist journalist and author (Jan 2000) "Your PMP issues are creating a problem for me. I like to preserve them and am running out of storing space. Keep up the good work"

Mrs. Sakuntala Narsimhan- Eminent Vocalist journalist and author(1999) Nrityanjali is incredible.Even your house magazine PMP reflects your multi dimensional activities. It is amazing to be able to read such varieties of subjects.

Dr. Blanche Barnes -Head Dept. of Psychology , SNDT University(1998) "Nrityanjali is a blend of performing arts and education"

Suresh Prabhu-Minister of Enviornment and Forest- Govt. of India(July 1998) "Nrityanjali's Quaterly house Magazine "Parichay Mein Parichay" makes very interesting reading."

Smt. Himadevi(April 1998) "It was wonderful to see dances full of life and smile"

G. Narayan.-Industrialist Philosopher and Author (Dec.1997) "Nrityanjali says it is small,but in effect it is not so.Because in the word small we also have the word "ALL" you are doing yeomen service to society."

Krishnachandra (Daji) Bhatavdekar:Emminent Dramatist (Dec 1996) "I am so impressed that Nrityanjali caters to so many things-all of which collectively goes to build a sound Personality which is Nrityanjali's basic objective. I have yet to see another wonderful organization like Nrityanjali in my life span of 76 years."

Mrs. Kumud Bansal: Secretary, Ministry of Education, Government of Maharashtra (Feb 1996) "THE PERSONALITY DEVELPOMENT QUOTES FROM SHRI. TUSHAR GUHA'S BOOK PERCEPTION OF PERSONALITY PROVIDES US WITH AN INDEPTH STUDY OF HIS WORK."I AM HAPPY TO RELEASE HIS BOOK IN THE THREE LANGUAGES ENGLISH,HINDI,MARATHI."

Padmashree Damayanti Joshi-Kathak Exponent (1995) "Nrityanjali is totally dedicated to performing arts and the performances prove it."

Mr. Jayadev Hattangady - Dramatist (1995) Nrityanjali is brilliant as an organiser,educator and ofcourse in performing arts

Ms. Luku Sanyal(1994) "Nrityanjali is a vibrant organization and excels in performing Arts,Education and Personality Devlopment."

Mrs. Kumud Bansal :Secretary, Min. of Education, Govt. of Maharashtra (March 1993) "Nrityanjali has a philosophy to offer and we are open to it and accept it."

Mrs. Protima Gauri Bedi (March-1993) "Nrityanjali is multi Dimensional and very spirited"

Mr. Nana Chudasama : Chief Guest at CONFEP 93 "I am amazed to see so many Personalities Personified in this Conference.Nrityanjali proves it."

Blitz Hindi edition (July 1984) 'Kuhakini, is engrossing dance drama, with heart rendering music, superb performances.'

Times Of India (Nov.1982) 'Nrityanjali, presents shows to raise funds for its classes in fine arts.'

Mrs. Sarla Birla (Jan.1988) " Your dance drama Sagar is unique"

Dr.(Ms) Mithilesh Saxena, Director, Swami Vivekanand Engg.College, Chembur.(Feb.1991) " Nrityanjali is doing our work - the work of the educationalists, principals & teachers, inspite of not being in the education profession. It is really commendable ! "

Dr. M.V.Atre, Principal, Smt.P.G.Garodia English High School, Ghatkopar.(Feb.1992) " Nriytanjali is a fabulous well-managed organisation of dedicated people. You are doing our work that too by not being in the education profession directly. Your activities are a must for a complete personality."

Dr. Indu Pandit, Principal Gurunanak College of Ed.& Research, Bhandup.(FEB.1992) 'Congratulations for undertaking & spearheading such wonderful work of cultural renaissance. Very commendable indeed.'

Indian Express (May 1983) 'Nrityanjali is an organisation dedicated to the promotion of music & dance.'

Shri Suresh Prabhu, Chairman, Saraswat Co-operative Bank Ltd.(Feb.1992) " Nrityanjali is a beautiful blending of professional efficiency, dedication & love of its 'Non Professional Members "

Capt.Kirtikar, Secretary Droca (1988) .' Sagar the dance drama is wonderful, reflects the sentiments of Mariners.'

Smt. Jayawantiben Mehta - M.P. (Jan,1990) " Extra ordinary performance! You deserve international exposure."

Eve's Weekly (Nov 1982) -- 'Nrityanjali is for lover's of music & dance.'

Navbharat Times (Jan.1977) 'Kalomegh' captures typical environment of Bengal village. The music & dance compliment each other.'

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