Bharatnatyam Classical Dance Experience in Chennai with Lunch

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Bhartanatyam is one of the oldest dance forms in India. In this half-day session an accomplished dancer will bring alive this magical dance form through mythological stories, gestures and expressions. Guests will learn the language, concepts, and history of this dance form. By the end of the session, you will learn to narrate an episode in a  story through Bharatnatyam.

Highlights
• Introduction to Bharatnatyam
• Demonstration of actions, footwork and hand gestures
• Representation of everyday objects, animals and emotions

What's Included

Lunch at a local restaurant (beverage excluded)
02 bottles of mineral water per person
Local English speaking guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Additional food or drink (unless specified)
Items of a personal nature

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point within city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

What to expect

Your instructor will introduce you to this classical dance form that originated in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. Traditionally, it has been a solo dance that was performed exclusively by women in Shiva temples. Later its popularity spread to the courts of Kings. Today the dance is practiced by both male and female dancers and modern stage productions narrate non-religious ideas and fusion themes.

During the session, the instructor will demonstrate the Bharatanatyam style that is noted for its fixed upper torso, legs bent or knees flexed out combined with spectacular footwork and a sophisticated vocabulary of sign language based on gestures of hands, eyes and facial muscles. The singer, director and conductor of the dance is typically the guru of the dancer. During the course of the performance you will get to see an interpretive narration of mythical legends and spiritual ideas from Hindu texts.

After the dance class, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (beverage excluded).

You will be dropped back at your hotel after lunch.
( Dance classes places may subject to change as per availability of performer)

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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