Classical TheatreWhat Are the Four Abhinayas?
Body, speech, costume, and inner feeling: a clear guide to the four abhinayas, the modes of expression in Indian classical…
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Classical Theatre
Classical TheatreWhat Are the Navarasa, the Nine Rasas?
Love, laughter, wonder, peace and more: a clear guide to the navarasa, the nine emotional flavours that shape Indian performance.
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TraditionsWhy Is Bharatanatyam Called Bharatanatyam? The Surprising Story
Why is Bharatanatyam called Bharatanatyam? Two theories, one ancient sage, four big ideas. Here is the story behind the name…
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Folk TheaterKathakali: The Complete Guide to Kerala’s Legendary Dance-Drama
The curtain hasn’t even opened yet, but you can already feel the electricity in the air. The theatre is dim,…
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