Gati in Theory and Practice
by Dr. Sujatha Mohan | 2015 | 88,445 words
This page relates ‘Ankianat, one act play’ of the study on the Theory and Practice of Gati (“gait”) which refers to the “movement of a character on the stage”, commonly employed (as a Sanskrit technical term) in ancient Indian Theatrics and the Dramatic arts, also known as Natya-shastra. This thesis explores the history and evolution of Gati and also investigates how the various Gatis are employed in regional performance traditions.
Ankianat, one act play
[Full title: Deśī forms of Assam (2): Ankianat, one act play]
Ankianat is a one act play which is performed in the temple at Assam. This follows many of the Nāṭyaśāstra traditions like pūrvaraṅga, nāndi, etc. The Sūtradhāra plays an important role. Musical prelude dhemali like our pūrvaraṅga. This is performed in the passage in front of the Lord.