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- 4. Puppetry is a form of theatre or performance which involves the manipulation of puppets. It is very ancient, and is believed to have originated 30,000 years BC Puppetry is used in almost all human societies both as an entertainment – in performance – and ceremonially in rituals and celebrations such as carnivals Most puppetry involves storytelling. The impact of puppetry depends on the process of transformation of puppets, which has much in common with magic and with play. Thus puppetry can create complex and magical theatre with relatively small resources.
- 9. Shadow puppetry is an ancient form of storytelling and entertainment using opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images. It is popular in various cultures. At present, more than 20 countries are known to have shadow show troupes.
- 17. The term "classical" (Sanskrit "Shastriya") was introduced by Sangeet Natak Akademi to denote the Natya Shastra-based performing art styles. A very important feature of Indian classical dances is the use of the mudra or hand gestures by the artists as a short-hand sign language to narrate a story and to demonstrate certain concepts such as objects, weather, nature and emotion. Many classical dances include facial expressions as an integral part of the dance form.
- 18. Dance form State(s) of origin Bharata Natyam Tamil Nadu Kathak Uttarpradesh Yakshagana Karnataka Kathakali Kerala Kuchipudi Andhra Pradesh Manipuri Manipur Mohiniyattam Kerala Odissi Orissa Sattriya Assam
- 19. • Bharat Natyam or Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form originating in Tamil Nadu • Bharata Natyam comes from the words Bhava (Expression), Raga (Music), Tala (Rhythm) and Natya (Classic Indian Musical Theatre). • A distinctive feature of Bharata Natyam Dance is the use of expressive hand gestures as a way of communication
- 20. Kathak (Hindi: कथक, Urdu: کتھک) is one of the eight forms of Indian classical dances, originated from northern India and areas which are now part of Pakistan. The name Kathak is derived from the Sanskrit word katha meaning story, and katthaka in Sanskrit means s/he who tells a story Kathak requires minute foot work and the reason for the emphasis on footwork is because it can only be executed if the weight is delicately balanced on each foot.
- 21. Kathakali originated in thecountry's presentday state of Kerala during the17th centuryand hasdeveloped over the years with improved looks, refined gesturesand added themesbesides more ornate singing and precise drumming.
- 22. Kuchipudi is a Classical Indian danceform from Andhra Pradesh, India. It is also popular all over South India. The performance usually begins with some stage rites, after which each of the character comes on to the stage and introduces him/herself with a daru (a small composition of both song and dance) to introduce the identity, set the mood, of the character in the drama. The drama then begins. The dance is accompanied by song which is typically Carnatic music.
- 23. Manipuri dance is one of the major Indian classical dance forms. It originates from Manipur, a state in north-eastern India on the border with Myanmar The traditional Manipuri dance style embodies delicate, lyrical and graceful movements. The aim is to make rounded movements and avoid any jerks, sharp edges or straight lines
- 24. Mohiniyattam, is a traditional South Indian dance from Kerala. It is one of the eight Indian classical dance forms. It is considered a very graceful dance meant to be performed as a solo recital by women. The term Mohiniyattam comes from the words "Mohini" meaning a woman who enchants onlookers and "aattam" meaning graceful and sensuous body movements.
- 25. Odissi is one of the eight classical dance forms of India. It originates from the state of Orissa, in eastern India. It is the oldest surviving dance form of India on the basis of archaeological evidences is particularly distinguished from other classical Indian dance forms by the importance it places upon the tribhangi (literally: three parts break), the independent movement of head, chest and pelvis,[3][4] and upon the basic square stance
- 26. Sattriya, or Sattriya Nritya, is one among eight principal classical Indian dance traditions. Whereas some of the other traditions have been revived in the recent past, Sattriya has remained a living tradition since its creation by the Assamese Vaishnav saint Srimanta Sankardeva, in 15th century Assam It is devotional in character and 'Bhakti Rasa' (spiritual aspect) is predominant in this dance form. This dance form was evolved in Assam in the 15th century by the great Vaishnavite saint Shri Sankardev who was a social reformer and a great performing artist. References of this dance form are found in the ancient Indian classical texts like Natyashastra,
- 29. State Dance Andaman and nicobar islands Nicobarese dances Andhra Pradesh Thapetta Gullu Arunachal Pradesh Bardo Chham Jharkhand Karma/Munda Chhattisgarh Panthi Goa Tarangamel Gujarat Garba Himachal Pradesh Kinnauri Nati Karnataka Yakshagana Kashmir Dumhal Lakshadweep Lava Madhya Pradesh Jawara
- 30. State Dance Maharashtra Pavri Nach Manipur Thang Ta Mizoram Cheraw Dance Nagaland Chang Lo Orissa Ghumura Dance Pondicherry Garadi: Punjab Bhangra: Rajasthan Ghoomar: Sikkim Singhi Chham: Tamil nadu Kamandi Tripura Hojagiri West bangal Gambhira Tiger dance Tiger Dance
- 31. Panthi Karma/Munda Tarangamel Garba Dumhal Lava Jawara pavri
- 32. Hojagiri
- 35. The origins of Indian classical music can be found in the Vedas, which are the oldest scriptures in the Hindu tradition. Indian classical music has also been significantly influenced by, or syncretized with, Indian folk music and Persian music. The Samaveda, one of the four Vedas, describes music at length.