Chaine A turning movement in which the dancer executes a half turn on each foot. Sharp spotting is required to perform proper chaine turns. Used in Jazz, Modern and Contemporary. https://youtu.be/ZEJy9h-7OFE Chakkar A turning movement along the axis of the spine which is done on the heels with one foot lifted off. Spotting is required…
Continue reading...It was Madhuri who saw me dance at one of the college fests in Bangalore, and at that point I had no idea of who she was or what Nritarutya was either. The next thing I knew, I was auditioning for one of the best dance companies of India. They seemed to accept and like…
Continue reading...Chhau and Taekwondo – Technique comparison Chhau https://youtu.be/T9Sy0VMlPlg The Indian folk form, Chhau portrays a great deal of dramatized movements which usually has a strong story line. The Palta in Chhau is one of the highlights as it requires immense control. It is executed by keeping one’s head as the axis and turning your body…
Continue reading...Few not-so-known things about Bangalore’s favorite dancer, Nakula Somana 1. A secret mantra for confidence? Deep and regular Breathing 2. best advice given to you The words find out! 3. The day you fell in love with dancing? When i fell for its flight to different spaces. I was a child back then, don’t remember…..
Continue reading...The finale of the Pro Kabaddi between Mumbai and Patna had an electric atmosphere, and Nritarutya delivered quite the electrifying performance with the fieriest bunch of dancers to hit the spectators to the very bone in the huge Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Delhi. As a performance to reveal the magnificent trophy, the energy was overwhelming…
Continue reading...As dancers these are some important basic exercises that can help prevent shoulder injury. Strengthening the rotator cuff is imperative for any active performer. These muscles around the shoulder are extremely important for stabilizing the shoulder joint, which can ultimately assist in preventing shoulder injuries. The rotator cuff is comprised of four muscles: 1. Infraspinatus…
Continue reading...Vishwakiran Nambi does a comparative study between the yogic asana and headstand. While both the techniques look similar visually, anatomically the weight and alignment is different. The Sheershaasana provides a cushion for the head with the palms, the deltoids and bicep takes majority of the weight. The head hip and feet are in one line….
Continue reading...In conversation with Guru Sri Kiran Subramanyam. 1. A secret mantra for confidence? Work hard, believe in yourself & trust. 2. Best advice given to you? My teacher used to say – Only 50% of what you practise will show up on stage. So make sure you give 200% when you practise. 3. The day…
Continue reading...The 30-second video contest, an interesting concept put foreword by Nritarutya for the students of all Nritarutya dance batches, is now open! We are calling on all the students of our classes to send in their 30 second dance video clips to us by the 15th of March, the kids batches will have a different…
Continue reading...A Dancer’s Diet On waking up: Lukewarm water with 2 drops of lime juice and a banana. or Apple or A cup of mixed nuts. Consume 2 glasses of water. Breakfast – Between 9 to 9.30 AM: A bowl of mixed fruits or a whole fruit / fruit juice (without sugar), 2 slices of brown…
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