Dancing up a storm: Lavani takes centrestage in Mumbai

Dancers perform at a lavani programme in Damodar Hall, Parel. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

Updated on: Mar 17, 2017 2:01 PM IST

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Dancers perform at a lavani programme in Damodar Hall, Parel. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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Akanksha Kadam, a dancer, gets ready backstage. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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A little ritual before the show... (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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... And a little fun too. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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Where’s the stage, say these dancers. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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The foot’s ready to set the tone. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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These dancers are all set to rock the stage. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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Rhythm is key to a lavani performance. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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The dancers share a light moment. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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Combining traditional song and dance, lavani is performed to the beats of a dholki. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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The dance form has contributed to Marathi folk theatre. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

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Lavani dancers take a selfie after the show. (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)