Dance is a form of communication that brings out the innermost feelings and at the same time depicts the cultural aspects of a civilization. It is the form of vibration of our body and mind and a form of worship through which a dancer can reach an eternal bliss.
Indian classical dances are dances of the mind and soul and are extremely traditional. They along with folk dances present a spectacular and gorgeous aspect of the magnificent and continuous Indian dance tradition.
Beauty is an essential attribute of the Divine. Absolute Beauty and the Divine are one and the same. The Divinity is indescribably beautiful, aesthetic, tender, sweet, subtle, charming and attractive. Therefore, in Indian Classical Dance, very much emphasis is put on the divine beauty of the dance-movements as well as the divine appearance of the dancer.
Dance which is created through rhythmic movements is very sensuous but the experience of ananda (bliss) it evokes is very spiritual. Rasa (mood or flavour) as the cause of ananda (bliss) is considered fundamental and the essence of beauty and harmony in Indian aesthetics. Since He, the Supreme Being is there in everything, the greater the expression of spirituality and divinity in a piece of art, the richer the expression of bliss.
Dance in India has undergone many changes throughout history. For centuries, dances were performed on a regular basis at temples before the deity as a devotional exercise. Indian classical dance was born and bred in the temples and then a few centuries later, reached the royal courts. It took even a few more centuries before it reached the public platforms. These dances have indeed come a very long way from ancient temples and.
The dance movements, rhythms and accompanying music all remain the same whoever the dancer might be. Indian classical dance is an art concealing art, totally impersonal, objective, traditional, deliberate and elaborate in technique and appeal. It breaks a new ground of perception and opens entirely a new vision of reality.
The theme of any kind of dance is love and devotion to god. The spectators can feel this when the dancer details dreams and ambitions through circular movements, delicate footsteps and subtle expressions. Slowly and tenderly the dancer moves her way through different emotions.
Indian classical dances remains as fresh and fascinating in its richness, traditional movements, aesthetic appeal and variety of performance. They are tender and erotic and are usually performed by female dancers and although based on a love theme is devotional. Dance is not only there for entertainment. The aim of dance is to experience liberation and growth of righteousness as man, through beauty and delight. It serves to attain a state of supreme bliss.
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