Classical Dances of India – Mohiniāṭṭam – Compiled by Aarthy Natarajan & Indira Kadambi

MohiniāṭṭamMohiniāṭṭam is a dance form from Kerala in south-western India. The term Mohiniāṭṭam literally means 'Dance of the Enchantress'. Mohiniāṭṭam was performed in the temple precincts of Keraḷa. It developed from the Dhévadhāsi dance system just like Bharathanātyam, Kūchipūḍi Read more [...]

Classical Dances of India – Manipuri – Compiled by Aarthy Natarajan & Indira Kadambi

ManipūriMaṇipūr is a small hilly state in the north-eastern part of India. People in Maṇipūr are religious. Hence, the costumes and art have a religious background. Maṇipūri is a very graceful form of dance. It has very little facial expressions, but its body movements are beautiful and graceful.History: Read more [...]

Classical Dances of India – Kūchipūdi – Compiled by Aarthy Natarajan & Indira Kadambi

Kūchipūḍi Kūchipūḍi is the classical dance form from the South-Eastern state of Āndhra Pradheśh. It derives its name from the village of Kuchélapuram, a small village about 65 kms from Vijayawāḍa. It is known for its graceful movements and its strong narrative dramatic character.History: Read more [...]

Classical Dances of India – Kathakaḷi – Compiled by Aarthy Natarajan & Indira Kadambi

Kathakaḷi Kathakaḷi is a classical dance form of India that originates from Keraḷa, the south-western part of India. It is a unique form of dance with a marvellous combination of elaborate gestures, picturesque costumes, grand make up and vigorous music. Kathakaḷi is a group presentation in Read more [...]

Classical Dances of India – Kathak – Compiled by Aarthy Natarajan & Indira Kadambi

KathakKathak is one of the eight forms of Indian classical dance and originated from Utthar Pradeśh, India. This dance form traces its origins to the nomadic bards of ancient northern India, known as Kathaks, or storytellers. The term Kathak is derived from Kathā meaning story. History: Kathā Read more [...]

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