Choreography for Global Stage introduces readers to the exciting, challenging, ever-changing, and dynamic world of choreography for a global audience. Jayanthi Raman brings four decades of her experience and expertise as a scholar, master artist, author, and successful choreographer in writing this book.
The publication invites readers to experience the artistry and creativity of dance choreographers as they embrace the influx of multitude of dance styles specifically the bi-lateral influence of Indian classical dance and world dance forms including modern, ballet and other contemporary dance styles. The publication presents all aspects of dance choreography as an art form, including chapters on: phases of choreography; the dancer; the audience; global influences affecting Indian dance – specifically Bharatha Natyam; and inevitably the influence this art has had on modern dance; evolution of the art from its roots and structured vocabulary in ancient Sanskrit literature to current era. The book incorporates dramatic photos and helpful charts that illustrate text information, including photos of some of the author's previous dance productions.
