WORKSHOPS BEING OFFERED BY DARPANA ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS, USMANPURA, AHMEDABAD 380 013
PERIOD : STARTING 21ST APRIL 2011 – 10 / 15 DAYS – ONE HOUR DAILY
TIME : 0700HRS. TO 1800 HRS. – DIFFERENT ONE-HOUR SLOTS FOR DIFFERENT WORKSHOPS
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BATCH : MINIMUM TEN PARTICIPANTS; MAXIMUM 25 PARTICIPANTS PER WORKSHOP
FEES : RS. 2,000 PER HOUR PER WORKSHOP - TO BE EQUALLY DIVIDED BY NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS PER WORKSHOP (Example : If there are ten participants for YOGA WORKSHOP, the charges will be Rs. 200 per hour, per participant. If the number of participants is 20, the per hour per participant fee would be Rs. 100)
FEES PAYABLE IN ADVANCE FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION OF WORKSHOP. FEES PAID IS NON-REFUNDABLE, UNLESS THE WORKSHOP IS CANCELLED DUE TO REASONS BEYOND OUR CONTROL
1 Kalaripayattu and its use in Contemporary Dance Forms - 15hrs.
Kalaripayattu is a gift to the modern world and the mother of all martial arts. Kalariyapattu is today emerging in a new avatar – a source of inspiration for self-expression in dance forms – both traditional and contemporary, in theatre, in fitness and in movies too.
What we offer to the participants is a feel of Kalaripayattu and how this helps in creation of contemporary pieces in theatre and dance. Added to this, the pratice leads a disciplined life, both physically and mentally.
2 Yoga - 15hrs.
Yogasana is a Body posture. Patanjali, the founder of Ashtanga Yoga defines asana as "Steady and comfortable posture". Traditionally many asanas are practiced in Hatha Yoga tradition, primarily to achieve better physical and mental health.
Asanas have deep impact on your entire body and mind. It affects different systems in the body like muscular, respiratory, circulation, digestive, excretory, reproductive, endocrine, nervous system.
3 Music and Musical Instruments - 15hrs.
This music appreciation workshop takes you through the history of music, starting with our in-born ability to keep time and identify the difference in the quality and pitch of sound all the way to how music is produced in modern studios. Along the way, you will have glimpses of different musical traditions -African, Chinese, Arabic, European with an emphasis on Indian music.
At the end of the workshop you will find out exactly what they mean when they say that music has no boundaries.
4 Puppetry - 10hrs.
In this workshop, the participants get to learn the different aspects of puppetry, like puppet-making, talking and enacting with puppets, with stories woven around them. There is a wide range of materials to choose from as you create the characters of your choice to take home with you.
The participants will benefit in terms of giving physical shapes to their imagination.
5 Crafts - 10hrs.
Using different material like paper, thermocole, leather, grass, etc. the participants are trained how to make beautiful and useful articles like birds, lampshades, mask and such items.
The workshop provides a platform to the participants to give shape to their imagination and encourages them to re-use material.
6 Painting - 10hrs.
This workshop will help the participants to learn perspective and basic drawing lessons. A perfect way to begin painting for instant gratification. There will be continual demonstrations on how to achieve line, depth and texture in your work. Finishing techniques also will be introduced and demonstrated.
This could be a springboard for aspiring painters.
7 Theatre - 15hrs.
We would encourage the participants to open up and shed their inhibitions through story telling, provide exercises in confidence building, presentation, creating characters out of stories and performing.
This workshop will help the participants to hone their skills in creating stories, enacting roles, delivery and voice modulation to a great extent.
8 Bharata Natyam (Basics) - 15hrs.
One of the most difficult dance forms in the world, it takes more than five years of rigorous training to reach Arangetram, the qualifying level for stage performance.
The participants will gain an insight into the nuances of this rich Indian dance form, helping them to explore possibilities of furthering.
9 Folk Dances - 10hrs.
India has a rich repertoire of folk dances from different regions – traditional dances like Kaikottikali, Garba, Chau, Bangra, any many, apart from tribal dances. Their execution is dominated by an inherited tradition rather than by innovation (although like all folk traditions they do evolve).
This workshop presents a rich experience of India’s diverse culture. Builds a sense of unity when exposed to different regional traditions and customs.
10 Video Editing - 10hrs.
Video editing is an art itself. What you get to view is a meticulously arranged sequence, involving considerable human effort. Technology has evolved over the years that help in the process of presenting a final product that is visually pleasing and communicates intended message in a structured manner.
What is being covered in the workshop is the techniques that are available and how they are used. The participants will be exposed to practical exercises.
11 Camera Work - 10hrs.
With the latest digital technology and introduction of newer media in use, it is necessary to keep pace with what is the in-thing.
We will be introducing the equipments currently available, its operations and advantages. The participants will be exposed to practical exercises. You can walk away clicking / shooting happily, sure of what you are doing !
CONTACT : KSS NAIR, Darpana Academy of Performing Arts, Usmanpura, Ahmedabad 380 013.
Email: admn@darpana.com
