Indian classical dance: 1 definition
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Indian classical dance means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. 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)In India dance was considered a noble form of worship, not mere entertainment. The vibrant medium of dance was used to communicate timeless wisdom and carried with it the bliss of spiritual experience. Dance was also a part of magic in many Tantric forms of worship, where elaborate hand gestures and body movements were used. All Indian classical dances are inspired by devotion to the Divine. They were performed mainly in the maṇḍapas (courtyards) and naṭanaśālās (dance halls) of the temples. The themes of the dances were always taken from the epics, legends and other mythological stories. The dance thus provided a convenient medium for the people to understand such religious themes in an attractive and beautiful way.
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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Partial matches: Indian, Dance.
Full-text: Abhugna, Indriyartha, Aharyabhinaya.
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Vishnudharmottara Purana (Art and Architecture) (by Bhagyashree Sarma)
2. The Viṣṇudharmottara-purāṇa and the Indian Classical Dances < [Chapter 6 - Modern Relevance of Different Art Forms and Architecture]
1. The Viṣṇudharmottara-purāṇa and Modern Drama < [Chapter 6 - Modern Relevance of Different Art Forms and Architecture]
Gati in Theory and Practice (by Dr. Sujatha Mohan)
Gati in classical dance form of Oḍissi < [Chapter 4 - Practice of Gati]
Dance movements found in sculptures < [Chapter 4 - Practice of Gati]
Gati in Maṇipurī < [Chapter 4 - Practice of Gati]
Book Reviews < [July – September, 2008]
In Search of Manipur < [July 1951]
Seeing Uday Shankar < [September-October 1933]