Wrap Monday! Traditional Indian dance is filled with symbolism, storytelling and history. The hand gestures in particular convey ideas many western viewers overlook. Here's an explanation of the basic hand positions and what they signify from dancer Gayathri Dileepan and members of the Ragamala Dance Company. St. Paul's IndiaFest takes place this Saturday, Aug. 20, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the Capitol grounds. For more information, visit iamn.org/indiafest. | Almanac
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Wrap Monday! Traditional Indian dance is filled with symbolism, storytelling and history. The hand gestures in particular convey ideas many western viewers overlook. Here's an explanation of the basic hand positions and what they signify from dancer Gayathri Dileepan and members of the Ragamala Dance Company. St. Paul's IndiaFest takes place this Saturday, Aug. 20, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the Capitol grounds. For more information, visit iamn.org/indiafest. | Almanac
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