This document provides an overview of various classical and folk dance forms in India. It begins by dividing Indian dances into classical and folk categories. It then discusses the main classical dance forms including Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Odissi and others. It also covers folk dances from different regions of India like central India, north-eastern India and south India. The document explores factors that encourage innovations in dance as well as barriers. It concludes by emphasizing that dance in India will continue to grow and evolve over time.
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Famous classical dances in India. Indian classical dance, or Shastriya Nritya, is an umbrella term for various performance arts rooted in religious Hindu musical theatre styles, whose theory and practice can be traced to the Sanskrit text Natya Shastra.
The number of recognized classical dances range from eight to more, depending on the source and scholar. The Sangeet Natak Akademi recognizes eight – Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Kathakali, Sattriya, Manipuri and Mohiniyattam.Scholars such as Drid Williams add Chhau, Yaksagana and Bhagavata Mela to the list.While the Culture Ministry of the Government of India recognizes Chhau as well. These dances have been regional, all of them include music and recitation in local language or Sanskrit, and they represent a unity of core ideas in a diversity of styles, costumes and expression
A presentation on classical and folk dances in Indian culture by Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani for the CCRT workshop on Introducing culture in the curriculum organised by Pondicherry Education Department for teachers in schools. July 30th 2013.
Famous classical dances in India. Indian classical dance, or Shastriya Nritya, is an umbrella term for various performance arts rooted in religious Hindu musical theatre styles, whose theory and practice can be traced to the Sanskrit text Natya Shastra.
The number of recognized classical dances range from eight to more, depending on the source and scholar. The Sangeet Natak Akademi recognizes eight – Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Kathakali, Sattriya, Manipuri and Mohiniyattam.Scholars such as Drid Williams add Chhau, Yaksagana and Bhagavata Mela to the list.While the Culture Ministry of the Government of India recognizes Chhau as well. These dances have been regional, all of them include music and recitation in local language or Sanskrit, and they represent a unity of core ideas in a diversity of styles, costumes and expression
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3. India is a land of diversities. Various climatic conditions have made India a diverse country. In
all spheres of Indian life diversities are clearly visible. These diversities have made the Indian
culture a unique one. Like all other aspects of life, the dance forms of India are also varied and
different. There are many types of dance forms in India, from those which are deeply religious
in content to those which are performed on small occasions.
The Indian dances are broadly divided into Classical dances and folk dances. The
Classical dances of India are usually spiritual in content. Though the folk dances of India are
also spiritual and religious in content but the main force behind the folk dances of India is the
celebratory mood. Dances are a form of coherent expression of human feelings. Like the Indian
culture, Indian classical dances are equally diverse in nature. There are numerous classical
dance forms in India and innumerable folk dances. Each dance form can be traced to different
parts of the country. Each form represents the culture and ethos of a particular region or a
group of people.
Dance in Indian land:
4. History of Indian classical dances :
Bharatnatyam (Dasi Attam)
Kuchipudi (Brahmin story telling)
Kathakali (half-Aryan and half-Dravidian)
Kathak (‘katha’ meaning story)
Manipuri (Gandharvas and the Goddess of Dawn)
Odissi (temples and religion)
5. Innovations and modern dance forms :
Indian fusion dance - “Now, with a broader acceptance of and
respect for cultural diversity, many dance artists of differing backgrounds
work in collaboration, exploring the expressive potential of each other's
dance traditions.” (Mrinalini Sarabhai)
Contemporary dance - combination of modern and post
modern dance. “Contemporary dancing reflects the issues involved in our
century. New movements in dance can also make it contemporary in its
pattern. Contemporary dance should be inspired rather than acquired.
Movements that are meaningful are important. It must be a need within
yourself to express new forms that cannot be done with classical techniques.”
(Mrinalini Sarabhai)
Beyond dance -
6. Bharatnatyam Dance :
Native to Tamil Nadu (a state in Southern India),
Bharatanatyam is one of the popular Indian classical dance
forms. Previously referred to as Sadir, Dasiattam and Thanjavur
Natyam, it demands unconditional and complete dedication from
the performer. The dynamic and earthy style of this dance makes
it one of the most chosen forms of Indian classical art forms.
Although Bharatanatyam is predominantly performed by women,
men are also known to engage in it. While the women wear a
typical sari in the dance performance, men have bare chest and
wear a dhoti-like outfit in the lower part of the body.
SOME CLASSICAL DANCE FORM:
Kathak Dance :
Kathak, which originated in northern India,
represents one of the eight forms of Indian
classical dances. The name Kathak has been
derived from the Sanskrit word 'katha', meaning
story. Thus, 'katthaka' means the one who tells a
story. Kathak focuses more on the footwork of the
dancer.
7. Kuchipudi Dance :
Kuchipudi was introduced as a dance drama, but its present
day dispensation tells a different story altogether. It has now
been reduced only to dance form, with the drama missing
completely. With proficient training and knowledge, the
Kuchipudi dancers have started presenting the dance form in
their individualistic ways, today. In the present timesd,
majority of the Kuchipudi dancers are women.
Manipuri Dance :
Manipuri is the classical dance from the Manipur region in
the North East. Very much religious and associated to
Vaishnav cult of Hinduism, the art form primarily depicts
episodes from the life of Lord Vishnu. Manipuri dance style
is multifaceted and ranges from the softest feminine to the
vigorous masculine. Dignified grace is found in every aspect
and the range it offers in technique, rhythmic and tempo,
which makes a Manipuri recital an absorbing and
exhilarating experience
8. Mohiniattam Dance:
Mohiniattam, in literal terms, means Mohini's dance. Mohini,
according to Indian mythology, is a very beautiful woman, who
attracts people instantly. She is regarded as an enchantress and thus,
Mohiniattam is the dance of the enchantress. It is believed to have
been named after Lord Vishnu, who had disguised himself as
'Mohini', with an intention to slay Bhasmasura and during the
churning of nectar from the ocean as well. However, the basis of this
dance is not seduction alone. It also signifies transformation of Lord
Vishnu into a female form and also the concept of 'Ardhnareeshwara'
i.e. male and female as one. Like many other dance forms, it is
essentially dedicated to the love and devotion towards God and was
restricted to the Devadasis.
Odissi Dance:
Based on Natya Shastra, Odissi is regarded as one of the oldest
surviving dance forms of India, with well preserved
archaeological evidence. It has originated from Orissa and its
history can be traced back to the 2nd century BC. The dance
form has been extensively depicted in the sculptures of
Brahmeswara temple and Sun Temple at Konark. Kelucharan
Mohapatra, an erstwhile Goti Pua, is the greatest exponent and
guru of Odissi. Some of the other exponents of this dance form
are Indrani Rehman, Sonal Mansingh, Sanjukta Panigrahi,
Protima Gauri Bedi, Madhavi Mudgal, Guru Mayadhar Raut, Guru
Deva Prasad Das and Guru Durga Charan Das.
9. FLOCKDANCES OF CENTRALINDIA
Folk dance can be defined in the simplest words as a form of
dance, developed by a group of people, which reflects the
traditional life of the people of a certain country or region. This
form of dancing involves a group of happy people, following
dance instructions given by an experienced caller. The steps are
performed in certain formations, such as a circle or a straight
line, by the dancers. The term folk dance is reserved and is
mainly kept for dances which are, to a major degree bound, by
tradition. However, with time, these dances have laid down the
foundation for a number of modern dances. The multi-cultural
country of India has also seen the development as well as growth
of folk dances till date. In the following lines, we have provided
information on the popular folk dances of central India.
Gaur Dance
Muria Dances
Saila Dance
Karma Dance
Kaksar Dance
10. Folk Dances of NorthEastern India:
India has a rich and varied collection of folk dances. In fact, these
dances form a very important part of the life of most Indians, in
terms of entertainment and celebration, particularly those living in
the rural areas. India folk dances are originated from the ordinary
people of a society or region and today, serve to reflect the diversity
in the country's tradition and culture. There are so many folk dances
found in different states of India that trying count their number
seems to be a Herculean task. We have, therefore, broadly divided
them into different regions. In this article, we will provide you with
information on the popular folk dances of North East India.
Naga Dances (Naga land)
Bihu (Assam)
Hajgiri (Tripura)
Thang-ta & Dhol-Cholom (Manipur)
Nongkrem (Meghalaya)
Folk Dance of Arunachal Pradesh
Folk Dances of Sikkim
11. Folk Dances of South India:
India has a rich and varied collection of folk dances. These dances have
made great contribution in the development of the classical dance forms
of the country. They are less complex in technique, than their classical
counterparts, but do follow a broad set of rules, which vary from one
dance to another. Folk dances serve as an important part of the life of
many Indians, as entertainment options, particularly those who live in
the rural areas. There are so many folk dances and their variations that
can be found in India that trying to count their number is almost
impossible. However, we can broadly divide them into seven regions,
namely Central India, Eastern India, North East India, Northern India,
North West India, South India and South West India. In this section, we
would acquaint you with the popular folk dances of South India.
Padayani or Paddeni (Kerala)
Kummi and Kolattam (Tamil Nadu)
Kargam and Puli Vesham (Tamil Nadu)
12. Factors encouraging innovation in dance forms
Governance and Laws
Social systems and hierarchies
Culture
Needs
Awareness and training
Exclusivity
Religion
Audience and support
Conferences and meets
Other performance elements
13. Barriers to innovations in dance forms
Government and patrons
Lack of awareness
Risk averseness
Ego and mindset
The history of dance
Methodology of teaching dance -
“The teaching method in India is basically a 'see-and-do' method, which involves
students watching older students and imitating them. This means that students
never get to do something in a new way.”
(Vimala Sharma)
14. “The dance will continue growing into new dimensions
of beauty in form and truth in expression. And the
dancer will continue to give more and more expressions
to the sentiments of love. And the heroines of the
classical dance will continue to be the nayikas of
today.”