Abhinaya by Mandakini Tridevi

WHAT: The

abhinaya in classical Indian dance is a unique form of narrative and emotional expression. Quite different from expression in contemporary theatre and from expression in film, it is a product of multiple inputs from structured movement (dance), music, poetry, mystical/philosophical thought and, above all, a transcendental vision of sacred art that makes it operate on many levels. A student of classical Indian dance unconsciously imbibes it as a whole quite unaware of the ingredients. The lecture-demonstration by Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee Mandakini Trivedi will deconstruct the abhinaya in classical Indian dance. The presentation will be relevant for all classical dance styles. WHEN: October 15, 5 pm onwards WHERE: Godrej Dance Theatre, NCPA, NCPA Marg, Nariman Point