Contemporary Practices
Ten Faults in a Poetical Play
Explore the ten faults in a poetical play from Natyashastra. Learn their meaning with examples to…
The Ten Kinds of Yamaka in the Natyashastra
Explore the ten kinds of Yamaka in NatyaShastra with examples and practical insights. Learn how these…
The Five Kinds of Simile in Natyashastra
The 5 types of simile (upamā) in Natyashastra. Learn how performers can embody each simile through…
36 Lakshanas of Dramatic Composition
36 lakshanas of dramatic composition from the Natyashastra. Learn their meaning with examples, performance cues, and…
Lying-Down: Six Shayanaa Postures From Natyashastra
Six lying-down postures in Natyashastra with practical instructions, meanings, and stage applications. A must-read guide for…
Stage Seating: Rules For Directors
Stage Seating! Learn how to stage authentic seating for kings, queens, ministers, poets and citizens, according…
Sitting Postures in Natyashastra
Sitting postures from the Natyashastra. Learn how one must should sit on stage to express mood,…
Walking Postures of Women in Natyashastra
The three walking postures of women in Natyashastra — Ayata, Avahittha, and Asvakranta. Learn their execution,…
Gaits of Animals: Learn Their Extraordinary Movements
Learn how to perform the animal gaits in Natyashastra with detailed instructions, classical references, and stage-ready…
Gaits of Professions in Natyashastra
Learn the precise (gati) gaits of professions like merchants, ascetics, parasites & servants as per Natyashastra.…