Bharatnatyam
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Bharatanatyam is a highly esteemed and ancient classical dance from the southern Indian State of Tamilnadu. Based on the Natya Shastra, an ancient Sanskrit manual on the performing arts, Bharatanatyam is a vast and complex art that combines expression (Bhava), music (Raga), rhythm (Tala) and dance (Natya), all together in a holistic learning experience. Best classical dance institute in Kerala is Krishnas Dance Studio.
Origins and History:
Bharatanatyam is also the oldest temple dance that is said to have been done as an offering to the gods.
The name comes from the elemental parts of ‘Bha’ (Bhava – expression), ‘Ra’ (Raga – melody), ‘Ta’ (Tala – rhythm), and ‘Natyam’ (the dance).
The Devadasis used to dance this form in temples as an act of worship and narration.
Structure of Performance:
Usually, Bharatanatyam is performed in a set of sequences which are referred to as the “parts” of the performance:
Alarippu – an invocation and the first section of the dance commences with graceful movement.
Jatiswaram – Another item that displays only dance consisting of basic step patterns and no expressions.
Varnam – the most main component that features both nritta (dance by itself ) and abhinaya (narrative).
Padams – dances that are performed expressing various narratives or depicting specific feelings.
Tillana – An Indian classical dance in which rhythmatic patterns are highlighted at the time of concluding.
Shlokam – At the end of the performance, Shloka is recited, which is either a prayer or has a philosophical meaning.
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Costumes and Makeup:
Beat classical Dancers utilize bright silk sarees with customary jewelry while their makeup is done in the way so that the eyes and various facial parts functions as a channels for emotions.
Anklets are known as Bells (ghungroo) and are usually strapped to the legs around the ankles to provide accentuation to the footwork.
Symbolism and Spirituality:
Bharatanatyam is not a mere dance, but combines with devotion and narrating life history. It contains scenes taken from the body of Hindu epics Ramayana, Mahabharata and Puranas along with the mudras, expressions, and body action.
Global Recognition:
The art of Bharatanatyam is deep with aesthetic values and complexities that justify its recognition around the globe. It is considered an artistic and spiritual performance and therefore it is portrayed on international platforms.