Nritya Pratibhā: The Art of Expression in Odissi Dance
A workshop designed to introduce participants to the foundational elements of Odissi dance, blending strength, grace, and rhythm.
Day 1: Rooted in Strength and Elegance (2 hours)
Bhumi Pranam and Body Conditioning
• Introduction and Bhumi Pranam
• Overview of Odissi dance and its cultural significance.
• Step-by-step practice of Bhumi Pranam (Earth Salutation) focusing on reverence, grounding, and fluidity.
• Body Conditioning Exercises
• Warm-up for flexibility, core strength, and balance
• Exercises targeting thighs, hips, and arms (essential for Chauka and Tribhangi)
The Dual Essence – Strength and Grace
• Chauka: The Pillar of Strength
Breakdown of the Chauka posture
Focus on alignment, strength, and stability
• Tribhangi: The Poetry of Graceful Curves
Breakdown of the Tribhangi posture
Emphasize fluidity and graceful curves through head, torso, and hip alignment
Day 2: Grace in Motion (2 hours)
Mudras, Padas, and Bhedas
Breakdown, practice and meaning of
• Mudras (Hand Gestures)
• Padas (Foot Positions)
• Bhedas (Head and Neck Movements)
• Shiro Bhedas (Head Movements)
• Griva Bhedas (Neck Movements)
Rhythm and Dance Sequence
Ektali and Basic Rhythm (Taal)
• Introduction to Ektali (1-beat rhythmic cycle)
• Practice simple rhythmic footwork patterns synchronized with Taal
• Arasa Dance Sequence: Emphasize precision, rhythm, and expression.
When:
Saturday January 18th: 10am-12pm
Sunday January 19th: 10am-12pm
Cost:
$150 AUD
Jai Jaganatha!
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