∙ Knowledge of Natyasastra and the concept of Natya and Nritta
∙ Introduction to regional theatrical practices of Kudiattam, Yakshagana, Bhagavatamela, Tamasha, Ramalila, Rasalila, Bhavai, Nautanki, Jatra, Chhau, Laiharaoba, Therukoothu, Theyyam, Ankia-nat, Pandvani, Chindu Bhagavata, Bhand Jashan and others ∙ Awareness of various musical instruments, costumes and make-up used in these forms ∙ Introduction to the different tribal, folk and traditional dance and theatre forms spread over various regions of India. ∙ Understanding and defining the terms Tribal, Folk, Traditional and Classical in the context of Indian dance and drama and their interrelation UNIT – 2 : FOLK TRADITIONAL THEATRE FORMS OF INDIA
∙ Evolution of dance and drama (Natya), (a) the divine origin theory according to Natyasastra, and, (b) art as a product of society, its ritual and belief systems ∙ The Vedas, major epics and puranas (Ramayana, Mahabharata, Cilappadikaram and Bhagavatapurana) in terms of their content, character and relevance to dance and theatre ∙ Bhakti and various religious movements and their influence on different representative aspects of culture with focus on dance and theatre ∙ Evolution of Art in pre-historic and historic periods, as evidence in cava paintings, sculptures and other visual representations
∙ Cultures of India from pre-historic to CE 1200 Unit 1 To 5 is Common Syllabus For Dance and Drama/Theatre
