Press Reviews

• The grace and symmetry of the geometric patterns she makes across the stage are enchanting, and the fluidity of her hand gestures is captivating. As her face subtly changes to reflect a different mood, the stories she tells through dance magically come to life.
  Naperville Sun, February 2000

• Flawless presentation, ability to convey any emotion on her face, highly expressive eyes, thrilling dance on the brass plate, realistic interpretation of scenes from Krishna's life... made one wonder whether she would make as fine an actress and she is a dancer.
  Idhayam, December 1999

• Shoba's recital was marked with grace, poise and elegance; her charming stage presence added to the liveliness of the presentation. Further it was a joy to listen to the veteran guru's recitation to which Shoba responded with sincerity and reverence.
  The Hindu, January 1999

• Shoba's presentation was flawless and thrilling. Her footwork vied for excellence with the guru's vibrating utterances of jatis.
  Indian Express, Jan 1994.

• The maturity of an experienced and natural dancer was well to the fore in Shoba's Bharatanatyam recital for the Music Academy. Fokine's dictum that ``dance should at once be significant and beautiful'' --- the latter in both a pictorial and moral sense was borne out in her portrayals.
  Indian Express, Jan 1994.

• Shoba has a lovely face, which portrays emotions without exaggeration. She embellished the varnam with her highly imaginative sancharis.
  Mangai, April 1991.

• Ritu Samhar by Shoba had graceful movements, subtle but evocative facial expressions and attractive costumes for the six seasons. The music composed by the dancer herself was in perfect harmony with her dance.
  Free Press Journal, Nov 1988.

• Shoba charmed our eyes and hearts with the excellence of her nritta and abhinaya. She gave us lasting satisfaction for the evening and for memory's recall later.
  Financial Express, Jan 1987.

• There was a naturalness in her miming. The jathis had both intricacy and sparkle.
  Indian Express, Dec 1986.

• Frequently slipping in and out of complicated expressions with the ease of a perfect dancer, Shoba kept the audience spellbound. With her expressive eyes and her superb footwork, the dancer displayed rare talent.
  The Hitavada, Nov 1985.

• A true daughter of her nation, the music and dance of her country are in her blood and that's why the language of her dance is so striking and impressive ... we had a meeting with high, genuine art.
  Georgia(USSR) Times, March 1984.

• Indian Dance has enchanted Georgia. More than ten thousand spectators applauded the concerts of the young and talented Indian dancer, Shoba Natarajan.
  Tass (03-26-1984)