Mandala Academy's Beginner I class introduces young students to the world of Bharatanatyam. Our classroom explores technique in fun and familiar ways; we make connections to mythology and Indian culture - through our bodies! By the end of our class, students will learn a full routine and will have thorough understanding of mudra (hand gesture), ...
Mandala Academy's Beginner II dance class deepens understanding for students of Bharatanatyam. Students explore technique, choreography, and musical understanding. Students also become familiar with South Asian folk tales and mythology, and create characters through gesture and physicality. Through our supportive classroom environment, students build a loving community and cultural confidence. This class runs from January...
Mandala's intermediate Bharatanatyam class is for students on track for an arangetram (solo repertoire performance) and those hoping to refine technique and knowledge of the dance form. Students will learn complex dance sequences jathis and stoytelling techniques abhinaya in preparation for repertoire items such as the varnam and padam. This class runs from January 2nd...
