Nirmal Jena is an eminent teacher and practitioner of Odissi Indian dance and music. He is trained in Odissi dance, classical vocal music and in drumming (pakhawaj). He has performed and taught widely throughout Australia and overseas. Nirmal's teaching is steeped in creativity, history, philosophy and related arts.
'I have been honoured to have engaged Guru Nirmal Jena in the training of the actors at NIDA this year. I will continue to weave his masterful teaching into the fabric of our training here, as there are so many gifts and principles of movement for the contemporary actor. The transformational nature of the performer is deeply investigated along with detailed study of archetypal forms and theatrical rhythms creating a wonderful foundation for the modern performer....'
Gavin Robins, National Institute of Dramatic Art, Sydney Australia
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