THE DEPARTMENT OF BHARATANATYAM ORGANISES THE FOLLOWING 30-HOUR CERTIFICATE AND VALUE-ADDED COURSES TO ENHANCE TECHNICAL AND CREATIVE SKILLS IN DANCE

1. Basic Techniques of Dance Choreography

Code: BHSBC-1

Instructor: Dr. R. Lalithambigai

Convener: Dr. Y. Sunitha

Focus: Korvai setting, Pancha Jatis, rhythmic nuances, solo & group choreographies.

2. Konnakkol in Bharatanatyam

Code: BHAC-2

Instructor: Dr. F. Prem Kumar

Convener: Dr. Y. Sunitha

Focus: Vocal percussion (Konnakkol), its role in dance, structure, and contemporary relevance.

3. Essence of Dance Production

Code: BHCC2

Resource Person: Dr. S. Bhuvaneswari

Focus: Foundations of Bharatanatyam, Tamil elements, cultural value, modern adaptations, and demonstration.

4. Basic Techniques of Western Dance and Choreography

Instructor: Mr. L. Sagaya Clinton

Convener: Dr. S. Saral

Focus: Western dance styles, basic choreography, and body coordination techniques.

These intensive 30-hour modules provided hands-on training, theory, and practical exposure to both classical and contemporary dance techniques.