Bharatnatayam, one of the more popular classical dances forms, is a composite art. Widely practiced in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, it is at once a sensual and divine experience. It was performed in the temples by dancers who were called devadasis as an integral art of the religious rituals. The erstwhile priincdly courts patronized the temples and thus its various traditions, from where the dance form drew its sustenance. The book traces the form’s journey through the ages to the present day.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Prathibha Prahlad
With her innovative creativity, Prathibha Prahlad, an outstanding exponent of Bharatanatyam, transcends the mechanical in the traditional framework. She brings to her dance an exciting insight that is a rare combination of talent, intellect and versatility. Her passionate belief in the strength of traditional forms combined with a contemporary understanding of both the print and television make her a modern-day aarts crusader. She has been honoured with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for her multi-faceted achievements.
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