About

Bharatanatyam composition describing the various attributes of Shiva

Sambandar Thevaram is a dance composition set to select verses from the Thevaram, an anthology of devotional Tamil poetry. Composed by the Moovar, a trio of Tamil Bhakti poets, the Thevaram is an outpouring of their devotion through language and expression.

These verses refer to the various attributes of Lord Shiva. You will explore how to portray these descriptions visually through dance. To assist in learning this piece, you will be introduced to a few preparatory dance postures and movements.

Why You Should Attend

• Improve awareness of your body, hand and eye coordination

• Understand some basic gestures of Bharatanatyam

• Bring more stability and balance

Workshop Details

Fee: INR XXX / USD 99

Session Details: 5 sessions, 1 hour 15 minutes each

Medium of Instruction: English

Eligibility: Ages 14+

Guidelines & Requirements

• It is mandatory to attend all the sessions in sequence in order to complete the workshop.

• Please be in a light stomach condition.

• A 10 ft x 5 ft area is required to participate in the workshop. A quiet outdoor space is preferred.

• The flooring should not be slippery as it can lead to injuries.

• For any medical concerns, please refer to the Health Disclaimer in the registration form. If you have any health conditions, please consult your doctors prior to registration.

• The Zoom Conferencing App is needed to participate.

• A Wi-Fi or wired internet connection is recommended.

• If you are below 18 years of age, please get parental consent before registering for this workshop.