India Dance BN aim to share, develop and enjoy the classical art dance style of Bharatanatyam with all members of society to make the beautiful art form accessible and inspiring.
The company
The company provides professional performances, Bharatanatyam classes following the ISTD syllabus, educational workshops and short performances for corporate & community events. Specialising in classical dance style of Bharatanatyam, India Dance BN is the continuation of India Dance Wales, which was Wales' premier professional Indian dance company and had been enchanting audiences with the art of classical Indian dance since 1983. Now in England, the Company is led by Kiran Ratna and Vibha Selvaratnam.
South West is headed by Exeter based Vibha Selvaratnam since 2014.
South East it is headed by Berkshire based Kiran Ratna (original founder of India Dance Wales).
Wales continues with Megan Lloyd and others trained under India Dance Wales.
South West is headed by Exeter based Vibha Selvaratnam since 2014.
South East it is headed by Berkshire based Kiran Ratna (original founder of India Dance Wales).
Wales continues with Megan Lloyd and others trained under India Dance Wales.
Bharatanatyam
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Classical dance form of Bharatanatyam is one of the most dynamic and internationally popular styles of Indian Dance. This ancient art form is based around Hindu mythology and originated in Hindu temples as a form of worship to the Gods. There are two main aspects; Nritta (abstract dance movements) and Abhinaya (a portrayal of the feelings and emotions protrayed through mime, using hand gestures and facial expression) to create this dynamic art form. While Nritta excites and energises, Abhinaya reaches out to the hearts and minds of the audience. A popular etymology states that the word Bha-ra-ta-natyam stands for "Bhava" meaning expression, "Raga" meaning melody, "Tala" meaning rhythm and natyam meaning dance.
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