ABOUT THE DANCE

Bharathanatyam

Bharathanatyam, is the most popular classical Indian dance-form prevalent in South India, originating from the temples of Tamil Nadu. One of the most beautiful, subtle, sophisticated and graceful dance forms in the world, its splendor is demonstrated by the dancer using ‘Nritta’, technique involving rhythmic movements and intricate footwork, ‘Abhinaya’, facial expressions to interpret the delicate nuances of a lyrical piece of music or poetry and ‘Mudras’, expressive hand gestures. It is a composite art blending drama, music, poetry, color, and rhythm, allowing the dancer to convey an inner sense of artistic and spiritual expression, seeking union with God.

‘Arangetram’ meaning ‘ascending the stage’. It is viewed as the first public solo dance performance by the dancer. This is the culmination of several years of sustained training and preparation by the Guru and the disciple following the Guru-Sishya Parampara, a traditional method of passing the skill to the next generation. ‘Arangetram’ is a significant milestone in a dancer’s career