The Story Behind My Name
The Story Behind My Name For most of my childhood, my name was just a name—Gaitrie Ramnarine—something my family called me with love and familiarity. But when I entered high school, it became something else entirely. It became a challenge, an obstacle, something that set me apart in a way that I wasn’t always comfortable […]
From Rhythm to Resilience: My Journey as a Dance Entrepreneur
From Rhythm to Resilience: My Journey as a Dance Entrepreneur The path from dancer to entrepreneur hasn’t always been clear or easy, but it has always been rooted in one thing—movement. My journey began with a simple yet powerful desire: to share the joy and richness of Indian dance while creating a space for healing, […]
Bridging Cultures Through Dance: Why My Classes Attract a Diverse Community
Bridging Cultures Through Dance: Why My Classes Attract a Diverse Community Growing up in the Bronx, I was surrounded by a melting pot of cultures—a place where languages, traditions, and music blended effortlessly. Though I was born in Guyana, my upbringing in New York exposed me to a world of diversity that shaped who I […]
11 Years
Celebrating 11 Years of Devi Performing Arts A Journey of Passion, Community and Culture Eleven years ago, I took a leap of faith and founded Devi Performing Arts—not knowing exactly where the journey would lead, but holding onto a deep belief in the power of dance, culture, and community. What began as a dream to […]