Indian Theatre and Dance Traditions/Shovana Narayan. New Delhi, Harman, 2004, viii, 168 p., ISBN 81-86622-61-6.

    Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Performing arts and Hinduism. 3. Venue of performance. 4. Approach to performing arts in India. 5. Sanskrit theatre. 6. General discussion on theatrical presentations. 7. Dance. 8. Indian classical dances. 9. Folk, tribal and martial dance forms. 10. Puppetry. 11. 'Aharya' (accessories). 12. Music. 13. Musical instruments. 14. System of education. Annexures. Glossary. Index.

    "The book Indian Theatre and Dance Traditions covers a wide horizon and provides an insight into the multi dimensional theatrical traditions of India that include drama, dance and music, folk and classical. This book also covers areas of puppetry, martial arts and the tradition of masks. It delves into the roots of various streams of Indian culture including a deep reflection on the applicability of the ancient treatise on dramaturgy, the Natyasastra. This book is rich in information, yet it caters to all sections of society, the uninitiated and the initiated." (jacket)

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