Arankerram, Araṅkeṟṟam, Araṅkēṟṟam: 1 definition
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Arankerram means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, Tamil. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy)
Source: Shodhganga: The significance of the mūla-beras (natya)Araṅkeṟṟam refers to the “first public performance”, as defined in Cilappatikāram: an ancient epic authored by Ilango Adigal representing an important piece of Tamil literature.—Ilango Adigal describes the stage on which Madavi danced for her araṅkeṟṟam (first public performance of a dancing girl or of a play) as a beautiful, glittering, and artistic stage. He also says that it was captivating to the eyes of the audience.
Natyashastra (नाट्यशास्त्र, nāṭyaśāstra) refers to both the ancient Indian tradition (shastra) of performing arts, (natya—theatrics, drama, dance, music), as well as the name of a Sanskrit work dealing with these subjects. It also teaches the rules for composing Dramatic plays (nataka), construction and performance of Theater, and Poetic works (kavya).
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