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Smt Padmini Kumar on Dance Sthanakas

Sthanaka is only a still posture.The marga style has given a few basic sthanas. This was in vogue till about the 10th century which gradually declined making way for provincial postures within the broad frame of older format. 

Ninda Stuti

Ninda Stuti is a genre of devotion wherein the devotee praises the Lord in the garb of criticism. Where does this genre find its roots and how did it evolve? What is its significance and why did poets employ this? The study in this research entitled "Ninda Stuti - An Exploration" focuses on the roots of this genre and its possible derivation from different poetics.  

Tracing The Adavu Through Study Of Treatises In Sanskrit

Karanas influenced the formation of Adavus; Adavus also were inspired by the regional dances. The Pada Bedhas, Desi Karanas and Desi Nrruthya formed the bridge between the Karanas and Adavus. Then In which century did the word Adavu originate? Apart from Karana, were there any other influences in the development of Adavu? Here tracing the origin of the Adavu by the study of treatises and poetic works in Sanskrit, Kannada and Tamil done. The present paper is confined to only tracing the Adavu through study of treatises in Sanskrit. Methodology, which has been followed, is Qualitative, Descriptive, Analytical and Historical.

Noopura Bhramari 11th Vol

*Noopura Bhramari* (11Volume-4,5,6 + special annual combined issue July2017-Feb 2018*) is now available Here is a digital format. This latest issue consist of many thought provoking articles,columns which is treasure of scholarship and knowledge. To name few- *Editorial on the concept Mahanata Koutwa* (Kannada) *A column on Nritta Ratnavali (First ever kannada translation of Jayapasenani treatise) By renowned scholar *Dr Shesha shastri* Edited by Vid. Mahesh bhat haryadi, udupi. *Column on Performing Arts research patterns by aesthetician and researcher Dr. Shobha Shashikumar (English)* Research writeup on Tracing the Adavu- study of Sanskrit Treatises by Research scholar Anupama Jayasimha (English)* Research writeup on Classification, Duties of Sakhi and her representation in dance and dramas by Research scholar Deepthishri Bhat (English) *Bharata Koutuka- column on special information on performing arts in treatises by Vid. Rohini subbaratnam( Kannada)*- 'Spangels in the sunbeam. *Rangaakshara-column by Vid. Korgi Shankaranarayana Upadhyaya-On Rupaka performance pattern, directional views and literature (Kannada)*- on the concept 'Gangavatarana' An Experience of Rangabhogha in Modern times by Megha Shrinivas(English) Discussion floor - Virahaduriya Bege.... Nartana- Most controversial writeup in dance articles in 2017. Coverpage design by: Raghu Wodeyar Page design : Dr Manorama B N Pages-125 *Single Copy Price - 75Rs*