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BOOKS ON INDIAN DANCE, MUSIC, THEATRE AND CINEMA (IN ENGLISH)

Discover Essential Indian Performing Arts Books

Explore a curated collection of books on Indian performing arts, spanning classical and folk traditions. Delve into the intricate beauty of dance, the soulful melodies of music, and the captivating narratives of theatre. Each volume offers deep insights into craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
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The Performing Arts of India

Exotic India’s selection of performing arts brings you the vivid and transcendent culture of India. Our collection includes books on music, teach yourself guides, and biographies of famous performers. We even have books that cover the realm of film, drama, and more. Whatever book you are looking for on the performing arts of India, we make it available.


You can experience the history, development, and grandeur of India’s performing arts with these works. We offer a wide range of topics, giving you an endless supply of ways to study and enjoy Indian performing arts. It is a collection almost as big as the world of Indian performing arts itself.

 

We can supply you with stories and histories of musicians and musical forms spanning the entire subcontinent, from northern India to the southern tip. We have texts on the instruments unique to the country. We also have a vast collection of books on Indian cinema — one of the most beloved filmmaking cultures in the world.


And this only scratches the surface of what Exotic India has to offer. Plus, all of these are available to be shipped to your door with a few clicks. It’s an education in the performing arts unlike any other, and it is only available through Exotic India. These books celebrate and inform readers about all the wonderful cultural creations that India has given us.


These are ways to connect (or reconnect) to the history and contemporary works that make up the arts of this country. Exotic India makes this enormous collection available to bring an understanding and appreciation of the performing arts of India to the entire world. We continue to lovingly curate our collection to deliver every option available.


FAQs


What are the things to consider in performance arts?


The main constituents for a performance are

 

Performers : Performers must be realistic as the character they are portraying, otherwise the audience would be less interested in the production.

 

Audience : The essence of theater is the interaction or relation between the performer and the audience. There should be a lively happening when the audience laughs out loud or cries, then the actors respond.

 

Director : The director makes sure that the performers perform well ,costume & set designs, direction,  scenic background and other aspects are proper and memorable to make it a grand success.

 

Theater Space : The proper and spacious performing stage and sitting space for the audience is a must.


How does performing arts affect students?

 

Performing arts being an integral part of education provide Students with the opportunity to engage the mind, the body, and emotions through their performance. It develops creative ability and helps in inculcating concentration, motivation, and teamwork in other situations, be it in school, social gatherings, or future job interviews.

 

The confidence that grows in a performing student by singing, dancing, and rocking out on stage will translate to every corner of their lives, from educational accomplishments to social ease. Embodying another person’s story through acting, voice, dance, and music allows students to walk a mile in someone else’s shoes. Learning about people from different communities, countries, and cultures through art allows a kid to become an informed, global citizen.


What are the 3 main types of performing arts?

 

There are three main forms of performing arts - Dance, Drama, and Music.

 

For Drama to be effective one need a good script, the stage setting, costumes, coordination and harmony between actors, facial expressions and body language.

 

For Music to be presented effectively, one needs to choose the kind of music according to the time and place.


The same is the case with Dance. All types of dance be it in the form of ballet, tap, jazz, or hip hop, are considered to be performing arts. The dance attempts to convey emotion and character through the use of body language. Music usually accompanies dance performances.


What does performing arts focus on?


In the general public and significantly among kids or students, the performing arts focus mainly on promoting self-motivation, self-discipline, self-confidence and stamina, overcoming fears and anxieties about public speaking, developing skills in memory, expressing creative flare, problem-solving through dealing with unexpected situations, Organizing Teamwork and time management.


Its focus is to bring pleasure to the performer and audience – both in terms of pure “entertainment” and also the pleasures of intellectual stimulation and challenge or being emotionally moved. Performance Art could also be used to highlight some momentous situations facing the world, such as global warming or world hunger or fighting between two countries. Other times, it's more fun and humorous.