EI Dance Night: A Stage, A Dream, A Beginning

Namita Bhatia
Feb 8
3 min read

Updated: 6 days ago

Namita Bhatia

Dance Night

A Platform Born from Passion

Namaste,

It gives me immense happiness to share that on 17th January, we successfully launched a platform for folk and classical dance within the EI family.

“Every time I perform, I feel on top of the world—revisiting my school memories and the days of Vividh Bharti radio.”

As a child, I was very passionate about dance and music.

Emerald Isle already has a beautiful musical platform.

I do participate—though my voice is often spoilt by Mumbai weather (allergic cough 😊).

Still, every time I sing, I feel on top of the world, revisiting my school memories and the days of Vividh Bharti radio.

But dancing was always a bigger passion.

With my father’s transferable job, I could not follow one single stream. Yet, I never missed a chance to dance in school annual functions—mostly folk dances.

I even learned Garba the traditional way in England, from migrated Gujarati families. They were not ready to pick up my Bollywood remix dandiya! 🙂

I have seen the EI family grow from its very inception. Somewhere, I felt there was a vacuum for folk and classical dance, and this platform is a small step to fill that space.

This stage is open for old and young, beginners, and also for those who have kept their dancing in sleeping mode. Everyone is welcome to perform on this small but warm stage.

We plan to meet once every three months. After our first meet on 17th January, I have fixed 11th April (2nd Saturday) for our next gathering.

In April, I will perform. I will try to bring Uttarakhand alive on stage.

Happy Dancing.

Please feel free to get in touch with me.

Namita – 9987589672

Debut Event Performances:

Welcome Dance
Folk Dance (Telugu)
Siva Shruti
Bollywood Song
Kashmiri Song
Classical Song 1
Classical Song 2
Grown-ups Dancing

When the Stage Finds Its Teachers

If Namita ji’s motivation gave the platform its soul, the teachers gave it rhythm and discipline.

Two dance teachers who actively trained their students and encouraged them to step onto the stage shared their reflections—simple, sincere, and full of gratitude.

Jagrati Tripathi

Dance Teacher

The dance event held on 17th January was a truly memorable and successful occasion for all of us.

First and foremost, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to Ms. Namita for organizing this wonderful event and giving us such a meaningful opportunity.

Because of her efforts, our students got a valuable chance to perform on stage and showcase their talent.

Our children worked very hard and learned the entire dance performance in just ten days.

With dedication, discipline, and enthusiasm, they practiced sincerely and delivered a confident and beautiful performance on stage.

Their hard work was clearly visible, and they performed with great energy and joy.

In just ten days, our children learned the entire performance—with dedication, discipline, and pure enthusiasm.

This event played an important role in the overall growth of the students. It helped boost their confidence, motivation, moral values, and stage presence.

Such experiences encourage children to believe in themselves and inspire them to improve continuously.

The event was conducted very smoothly and turned out to be a great success. We are proud of our students and grateful for the opportunity provided.

We look forward to participating in many more such events in the future and continuing this journey of learning and growth.

Once again, special thanks to Ms. Namita for organizing this successful event and supporting our students.

— Jagrati Tripathi

Seema Prashanth

Bharatanatyam Dancer & Teacher

I am a trained Bharatanatyam dancer and teacher, and I have been teaching students of various age groups for the past 20 years.

Teaching at EI has been a wonderful experience—not only did I get to train students, but I also had the opportunity to prepare them for performances at programs hosted by the society.

“This program succeeded because of constant support and encouragement.”

I would like to thank Namita ji for her constant support and encouragement. Without her belief and guidance, the success of this program would not have been possible.

— Seema Prashanth