When we talk of ‘Modern Dance’, we imply a movement trying to seek new forms, liberating itself from srict classical norms, synthesizing different styles, choreographing socially relevant themes and using the sound and light effects made available by technology.

The name of  Udai Shankar is irrevocably associated with the modern dance style of India. He drew from classical as well as folk idioms of  India besides western stage techniques to evolved style uniquely his own. His culture centre at Almora drew numerous disciples.

Shanti Bardhan and Sachin Shankar and Amala Shankar, has experimented with combining Eastern and Western music and free natural movements in dance forms.

One cannot ignore ‘Anna Pavlova’ and when one considers ‘modern dance’ in India.

It was she and Uday Shankar who drew attention to Indian dance and costumes through duet ‘Radha Krishna’ and ‘Ajanta Frescoes’.