Mon, Oct 30
|Leela Dance Studio
Rama Vaidyanathan Workshops
Rama Vaidyanathan is known for her fresh approach to Bharatanatyam, & for her unique choreographic skills. While pushing boundaries in the choreography, she goes beyond the form to give visual imagery to poetry in different Indian languages. These two workshops offer students a valuable opportunity.
Time & Location
Oct 30, 2023, 4:30 PM – Nov 01, 2023, 8:45 PM
Leela Dance Studio, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
About the Event
Rama Vaidyanathan is known for her fresh approach to Bharatanatyam, and for her unique choreographic skills. While pushing boundaries in the choreography, she goes beyond the form to give visual imagery to poetry in different Indian languages. Learn More about Rama Vaidyanathan.
Choose from three types of 3-day workshop or attend all! Taught in person by Rama Vaidyanathan
Morning Workshop - Jayadeva’s Ashtapadhi 5 – Sanchara dhadhara
October 30, 31 and Nov. 1
Time: 10 am - 12 pm EST
Ragam : Thodi / Adi / triputa
On hearing of the fun Krishna was having with other gopis, Radha goes into a quiet bower, and tearfully tells her friend that all she can think about is Krishna.
A beautiful description of Krishna as remembered by Radha is the content of this ashtapadi.
Price: Early bird, $300
Workshop I - Skanda Sashti Thillana
(Intermediate Level)
October 30, 31 and Nov. 1
Time: 4:30- 6:30 pm EST
Thillana is primarily a nritta piece, with emphasis on swift, precise rhythmic movements. Thillana captures the joy and vibrancy of dance as it combines striking poses with complex rhythms.
Eligibility Criteria: Open to Bharata Natyam dancers with ages 10+ and with Intermediate Level training for about 3-5 years
Price: Regular price-$350. Early bird, $300
Workshop II - Abhinaya Item - Yeppadi Manam
(Advanced Level)
October 30, 31 and Nov 1
6:45pm to 8:45 pm EST
“Yeppadi Manam” is a poem by Arunachala Kavirayar, where a strong and bold Sita confronts Lord Rama asking him to revoke the decision of going to the forest for 14 years without her. This is a nritya piece with emphasis on the narrative. It is in Ragam, Huseni, Talam Misra Chapu.
Eligibility Criteria: Open to Advanced Level dancers of all classical dance styles preferably with 5-8 years of learning
Price: Regular price-$350. Early bird, $300
For workshop enquiries: info@leela-foundation.org or aparna.pisharody@gmail.com