In this technique/process based workshop, students will learn nritta enhancement techniques as well as abhinaya enhancement techniques. The abhinaya portion will focus on saatvikabhinaya and understanding the rasasutra through practical exercises. This workshop is for students of all levels.

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Bharatanatyam originated in South India, and is one of eight Indian classical dance forms. This style of dance combines bhava (emotions), raga (melody) and tala (rhythm) together through intricate footwork, nuanced facial expression and hand movements (mudras). Theoretical origins of this dance form can be found in the Natya Shastra, dating back to 200 BCE to 200 CE. While this dance form was banned in the early 1900s, it was later on revived in the 1930s, and over the years has transformed into the dance form we now observe today.

Vaibhav Arekar is a dancer, teacher, choreographer, producer, actor, educationist and an administrator. His art and life are guided by the vision of promoting, producing and projecting Indian classical dance as a contemporaneous art. Arekar is the artistic director of Sankhya Dance Creations, and has performed on national and international platforms. Arekar received his foundational training from Guru Smt. Saroja Srinath. During his master’s degree he received training from Smt. Tangamani Nagarajan, and afterward from Dr. Kanak Rele in abhinaya and performance technique. He also learned the basics of Kathak from Smt Rajashree Shirke, and has trained in theatre under Shri Chetan Datar.

…I am guided by the vision of promoting, producing and projecting Indian classical dance as a contemporaneous art. Sankhya Dance Creations aims to rekindle interests, promote excellence and revitalize techniques in Indian classical dance for the modern world.

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