Contemporary Practices
Gati (Gait): Unique Lessons From Natyashastra
Explore every Gati (gait) from Natyashastra and Abhinayadarpana. Learn how to perform gaits for different characters…
Earthly Mandalas: Integrating Charis in Dance Practice
Earthly Mandalas from the Natyashastra. Learn step-by-step dance patterns, footwork, and tips to master classical Indian…
Aerial Mandalas: 10 Athletic Flight Chari Combos Of Natyashastra
Perform the 10 aerial mandalas from the Natya Shastra with step-by-step chari breakdowns. Explore these graceful…
Mandalas in Natyashastra: The Art and Technique of Movement
Power of Mandalas in Natyashastra, the base footwork patterns in Indian classical dance. Learn the 20…
Dhanus in Natyashastra: 4 Fierce Acts of the Bow
Learn how to use the dhanus (bow) in Indian classical dance using 4 key steps from…
Nyayas: 4 Ways to Wield Weapons on Stage
Ancient Indian stage combat system from the Natya Shastra. Learn how the Four Nyayas blend weaponry,…
Feet in Bharatanatyam: Natyashastra’s Five Pada Bhedas
Five fundamental foot positions (pādas) in Bharatanatyam as described in the Natyashastra. Learn how each feet…
Shank (Jangha) Movements: Legwork in the Natyashastra
Five types of Jangha (Shank) movements in Natyashastra—Āvartita, Nata, Kṣipta, Udvāhita, and Parivṛtta. Learn uses in…
Thigh Movements (Uru) in Bharatanatyam
A practical guide on classical Indian dance thigh movements (Uru). Learn kampana, valana, stambhana, udvartana, and…
Waist (Kati) Movements in Classical Dance
Explore the five essential waist (kati) movements in Indian classical dance as detailed in the Natya…