"Shoba is a dancer with dynamic grace...the greased lightning of her movements
transcended perfection...undoubtedly a vivacious performer of the light
fantastic..."
-Shankar's Weekly, New Delhi, India
"...the striking aspect of this gifted danseuse is her remarkable abhinaya (mimetic
expression) artistry...her footwork was at once faultless and alluring..."
-The Hindu, Madras, India
"…Sharma beautifully narrated and performed Asthtapadi, a solo meditation on love
between Krishna and Radha…"
-Dance Magazine
“…A performance by Sharma's Naatya Dance Ensemble, titled Pancha Maha Bhootam, was
executed through impeccable timing, the chiming of anklebells via rhythmic foot
stomps and an artful allegiance to the centuries-old dance tradition
accompanied by beats of the tabla (mrudangam) drum…”
-P.A.W., Philadelphia
“…Shoba’s varnam in Atana was an essay in artistry…”
-News India, New York
“…Shoba’s recital at the Music Academy was as elevating as it was visually enchanting…personified
elegance and grace…”
-Indian Express, Madras, India