Objectives & Working

 

Objectives:

Objectives of the study of the art of classical bharatnayam dance at Antara Nritya Niketan are:

  • To maintain and raise the standard of the Bharatnatyam dance, including its technical aspect, exhibition and tradition.
  • To collect valuable material on folk forms, classical dances of India.
  • Study and research of traditional drama, classical & modem Indian dances, Western dances and Asian dances.
  • Study of Stage Craft - scenic design, stage lighting, theatre architecture, costume design, make up.
  • Effective use of voice & speech - Nattuvangam, stage music, yoga, acrobatics, Karna Postures, miming.
  • Study of different aspects of Indian art & culture.
  • Advancement through appreciation courses and workshops on dance and music.

The School also invites lecturers and dance experts from outside as visiting faculty to guide the students. This guidance and their own interaction in a very healthy atmosphere, propagates correct growth and adoption to the basics of this art from the initial stages.

 

Working:

  • Admissions are given for 4 years' course – Diploma in Bharatanatyam - by group interview with the parents. Age eligibility - 5 years complete.
  • Admissions for 3 years' course are given on the recommendations of the prior Dance School teacher.
  • Admissions at Antara Nritya Niketan are open throughout the year.

Antara Nritya Niketan works Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. and from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Yearly holidays are 15th May to 1st June.


Antara Nritya Niketan's Certificate to students who complete their 'Arangetram'

 

 

Affiliations:

Antara Nritya Niketan is affiliated to:

  • Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahamandal, Miraj
  • Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune
  • Mumbai Marathi Sahitya Sangh, Natya Shakha, Mumbai

 

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