Archive · 17 Dec 2025
Sonal Mansingh on Teaching Dance to Gen Z
Dr. Sonal Mansingh is a famous dancer who has been teaching and performing for many years.
She talks about how she feels grateful for her journey in dance, which has been shaped by hard work and a love for art.
She is the chairperson of the Nalanda Literature Festival and loves seeing young people connect with traditional arts.
She teaches many young students, including those from Gen Z, and appreciates their curiosity and energy.
She believes that literature festivals are important because they help people connect with their cultural roots and create a sense of community.
She feels blessed to be a dancer in India and enjoys sharing her art with others.
Dr. Sonal Mansingh, at 81, reflects on her journey in dance, shaped by struggle and love for art.
She is the chairperson of the Nalanda Literature Festival, praising its revival of cultural traditions.
Mansingh highlights the importance of literature festivals in fostering community and cultural connection.
She teaches Gen Z students, appreciating their curiosity and energy while encouraging them to respect tradition.
Her upcoming performance at Nalanda will blend classical music, dance, and stories to showcase living traditions.
- Who
- Dr. Sonal Mansingh, an 81-year-old Bharatanatyam guru and dancer
- What
- Discusses her journey, teaching methods, and views on Gen Z's interest in classical dance
- When
- During an interview with indianexpress.com
- Where
- Nalanda Literature Festival
- Why
- To share her experiences and insights on dance, tradition, and the younger generation
- Name
- Dr. Sonal Mansingh
- Age
- 81
- Profession
- Bharatanatyam Guru and Dancer
- Festival Involvement
- Chairperson, Nalanda Literature Festival
- Gen Z Interaction
- Teaches Gen Z students, appreciates their curiosity and energy
- Performance Highlight
- Mix of classical music, dance, and stories
- View on Literature Festivals
- Significant for cultural connection and community building