Online & Direct Bharatnatyam Intermediate Course

Essence of Bharatanatyam by Subhankar Dutta is a foundational course crafted for beginners and intermediate learners to deeply understand the core elements of this classical dance form. The course emphasizes foundational techniques including posture, araimandi (half-sitting stance), precise body alignment, and fluid movement mechanics essential for authentic Bharatanatyam performance.

What you’ll learn:

• Mastery of essential adavus—step patterns, variations, and combinations synchronized with tala (rhythm).
• Correct use of hasta mudras in both choreography and expressive storytelling.
• Pure dance sequences such as Alarippu and Jatiswaram through nritta practice.
• Introduction to abhinaya with basic emotive grammar, expression drills, and short padams and varnams.
• Fundamentals of rhythm and music: grasping tala cycles, counting, and ensemble coordination.
• Study and performance of selected traditional Kalakshetra-style repertoire.
• Exploration of Bharatanatyam’s theory and history, focusing on Kalakshetra’s origins, key practitioners, and stylistic principles.

This course is ideal for those passionate about building a strong Bharatanatyam base with guidance from an expert. Suitable for all ages and available in online and offline formats, it combines practical training with rich cultural insights.

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