Senior Yakshagana artiste and connoisseur, Former president of Karnataka Yakshagana Kendra. Retired professor and principal of MGM College, Udupi. He gives performances, organise events and actively conducting lecture demonstrations, as part of promoting Yakshagana. Excerpts from the interview: In the world of Yakshagana, over the past few years, what were the changes that occurred through […]
Senior Yakshagana Bhagavatar (Vocalist). Active performer of Thenguthittu Yakshagana and Thalamaddale for more than 60years. Sangeet Nataka Academy awardee. Excerpts from the interview In the world of Yakshagana, over the past few years, what were the changes that occurred through innovations? Do these changes lead to the loss of the art’s identity or contribute to […]
In recent years, what changes have come about in the world of art in Thayambaka? How have these changes affected the personality of the art form as it continues in the current context? Have these changes led to the enhancement of beauty in Thayambaka, or have they altered it in any way? Changes have occurred […]
In recent years, what changes have come about through innovations in the Thayambaka tradition? Do these changes lead to a loss of the tradition’s uniqueness in the context of the evolving scenario, or do they contribute to its aesthetic growth? Changes in Thayambaka have come about over time, primarily in its presentation. However, the fundamental […]
A globally acclaimed Bharatanatyam performer, she is notable for her innovative productions that have played a pivotal role in popularizing the art on a global scale. Her profound expertise in the traditional Margam of Bharatanatyam has further contributed to her significance in the field. Excerpts from the interview: What were the changes brought about by […]
One of India’s renowned Bharatanatyam exponents. Her studies rooted in Natyasastra and South Asian arts have gained global acclaim. She serves as the Director of Nrityodaya in Chennai and is also the Managing Trustee of the Bharata Ilango Foundation for Asian Culture. What were the changes brought about by innovations in Bharatanatyam over the past […]
This feature was written for the 9th edition of the International Kathakali and Koodiyattam Festival, Dubai’s souvenir ‘Keleeravam,’ focusing on fifty years of innovations and transformations that occurred in eight selected traditional performance forms of South India. The series includes an introduction and sixteen interviews with practitioners, featuring two individuals from each form who represent […]
