Intangible Benefits of Learning Dance Learning Bharatanatyam can offer numerous intangible benefits that extend beyond physical fitness and skill mastery. Here are some: 1.     Cultural Appreciation: Bharatanatyam has deep cultural roots, providing an opportunity to learn about and appreciate our culture, its traditions, and artistic expressions. 2.     Discipline and Focus: Mastering Bharatanatyam requires discipline, dedication,…

For years, my husband Arun had been telling me to try online dance classes through Skype or Zoom. Traveling to class was always a challenge for students and parents. There were many students who were traveling long distances to get to class or coming only a few times a week for serious practice.

The Bharathanatya Arangetram – the beginning or the end? Does an Arangetram signify the completion of learning Bharathanatyam? The answer is a definite NO. Here are the reasons why one should continue to learn–     1. Advanced studies – Arangetram is not the end of learning. It is just like a high school graduation.…

Costumes There are broadly 3 kinds of Bharathanatyam costumes – Pyjama Costume – The lower half is a pyjama or a loose pant. Variations are there in how the top pallu is stitched. Skirt Costume The lower half is stitched like a skirt. In most performances, this style is chosen for the second half of…

An Arangetram is a Bharathanatyam dancer’s first full-length solo performance signifying that he/she is able to present the complete suite of traditional repertoire.