I have been dancing for twelve years and training for the past year all for this one day. The most important and memorable day of my life was June 28, 2009, because I had my Bharatanatyam Arangetram. I have graduated from Bharatanaytam, Indian Classical Dance, and now have a degree. After performing, I can teach students who want to learn this graceful form of art. An Arangetram is a debut performance of Indian Classical Dance. It is a solo performance where the dancer is dancing by herself to show the accomplishment she has achieved. The dancer performs solely for God, but also invites family and friends to witness her success.
This summer was not about chilling or going out with friends. The whole month of June, I was practicing four hours a day—I barely went out of the house, except to practice. It was a lot of fun dancing on stage in front of the 300 people who all came to support me. Dancing is one of my talents and hobbies. I could dance for hours each day and, at the end of the day, I would still love it. This fall, I plan to teach other students what I have learned and also learn some new dances.
Dancer, Class of 2010
