Bharata Natyam Resources from Performing Arts Directory

Arangetram - Guidelines for the debut Bharata Natyam performance hints and preparatory help.

Bharata Natyam technique and symbols - Elements inspirations and history of this style. Collection of streaming videos and large photo gallery included.

Bharata Natyam videos online - Free streaming QuickTime videos of Pandanallur-Vazhuvoor style performed by professional dancers.

Brief historical overview - Article highlighting some historical aspects.

Devadasi's the sacred Hindu temple dancers - Large article on the original practices of Sadir and Bharata Natyam its religious and spiritual aspects and the evolution of the Devadasi system.

Elements of the technique - Overview of some basic elements of Bharata Natyam by Parimal Phadke.

Hand gestures - Illustrated explanations of key hasta's.

Pallavi Saran Mathur - Read about her explorations reflections performances and their press reviews.

Survey by Annapoorna Anand - Information on most aspects of Bharata Natyam.

T.Balasaraswati's speech at the Tamil Isai Sangam - One of the most revered dancers sheds light on her vision of Bharata Natyam.

Thakita - Commercial mini-encyclopedia on Bharata Natyam. Contains video clippings text illustrations glossary.

The master gurus - Article by one of the top Bharata Natyam critics Gowri Ramnarayan provides a historical perspective on the nattuvanars and the evolution of the teaching practices.

Usha Narayan - Personal page of a guru and choreographer of Dehee Performing Arts (USA).

Wikipedia article - Encyclopedia article with illustrations bibliography and a list of multimedia resources.