Natyam Expression Program

Welcome to Dr. Pradhan Natyam Expression Program

Dance plays a vital role in shaping a child's development by enhancing physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills. Encouraging children to learn dance from an early age fosters coordination, strength, and fitness while boosting creativity and self-expression. Learning dance routines sharpens memory and focus, and participating in group activities fosters teamwork and cultural awareness. Additionally, dance builds confidence and resilience, as children learn to set goals and overcome challenges. Starting early allows children to develop a lifelong appreciation for movement, providing a well-rounded foundation that supports personal growth and learning.

Here are the courses offered in the Natyam Expression Program:

Our program offers:

• Odissi dance
• Folk dance
• Western dance

Why Join Our Natyam Expression Program?

• Diverse Dance Styles: The Natyam Expression Program offers a blend of classical Odissi, western, and folk dance styles.
• Skill Development: Students are equipped with the skills necessary to excel in inter-school competitions.
• Performance Opportunities: Ample opportunities are provided for students to perform in front of live audiences.
• Confidence Building: Performing in front of an audience helps children gain confidence in their abilities.
• Self-Expression: The program encourages children to express themselves freely through dance.
• Stage Preparedness: Students are prepared to perform anywhere without experiencing stage fright.

Guided by a Maestro: Learn from the Best!

We are proud to have renowned Odissi Exponent LUCKY PRAJNA PRATISTHA MOHANTY associated with our Natyam Expression Program, bringing his expertise and passion for classical dance to our students.

Meet Our Odissi Dance Maestro: Lucky Prajna Pratistha Mohanty

Shri Lucky Prajna Pratistha Mohanty, born in 1986 in Cuttack, Odisha, began his Odissi dance training under the esteemed Padma Shri awardee, Guru Kumkum Mohanty, at Kala Vikash Kendra, Cuttack. A recipient of the Senior Scholarship from the Ministry of Culture, he holds a Master of Performing Arts in Odissi dance with a gold medal from Sambalpur University, as well as a Master’s degree in Human Consciousness and Yogic Science from Utkal University.

Recognized with an ‘A’ grade from Prasar Bharati and honored with the prestigious Singar Mani award by Sur Singar Samsad, he has showcased his talent at renowned festivals such as the Konark Festival, Mukteswar Festival, and Khajuraho Festival. His international performances have taken him to countries like the USA, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Switzerland. He has also performed at Nritya Pratibha, organized by the Central Sangeet Natak Akademi.

Dance Curriculum Outline

1. Introduction to Dance

• History of Dance: Overview of classical Odissi, western dance forms, and folk dance traditions.
• Basic Terminology: Familiarization with dance terminology and basic movements.

2. Classical Odissi Dance

• Foundational Postures: Learning the basic stances and movements (e.g., Chowk, Tribhangi).
• Techniques and Expressions: Focus on facial expressions (Abhinaya) and storytelling through dance.
• Choreography: Learning traditional pieces and compositions.
• Cultural Significance: Understanding the cultural context and history of Odissi.

3. Western Dance

• Styles Overview: Introduction to various western dance styles (e.g., Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary).
• Basic Techniques: Learning foundational movements and techniques from selected styles.
• Choreography: Creating and learning group and solo routines.
• Performance Techniques: Focus on stage presence, improvisation, and self-expression.

4. Folk Dance

• Exploration of Various Forms: Introduction to regional folk dances (e.g., Bhangra, Garba, and other traditional dances).
• Rhythmic Patterns: Understanding the music and rhythms associated with folk dance.
• Group Dynamics: Emphasis on teamwork and collaboration in group performances.
• Cultural Significance: Learning about the cultural backgrounds and traditions associated with each dance form.

5. Performance Preparation

• Stage Presence: Techniques to enhance stage presence and confidence while performing.
• Rehearsals: Regular rehearsals for inter-school competitions and performances.
• Feedback Sessions: Constructive feedback to help students improve and grow in their dance abilities.

6. Health and Wellness

• Physical Fitness: Emphasis on warm-up, cool-down, and maintaining physical fitness for dancers.
• Injury Prevention: Education on proper techniques to prevent injuries during practice and performance.
• Mindfulness and Focus: Incorporating practices to enhance mental focus and emotional balance.

7. Performance Opportunities

• Recitals and Shows: Regular opportunities for students to showcase their skills in front of an audience.
• Inter-School Competitions: Preparation for inter-school competitions to build experience and confidence.
• Community Performances: Participation in community events to gain exposure and experience.

8. Evaluation and Certification

• Assessments: Regular evaluations to assess students’ progress in technique, choreography, and performance.
• Feedback and Improvement: Constructive feedback to support individual growth.
• Certification: Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a certificate recognizing their achievements and skills.

This comprehensive curriculum ensures a well-rounded dance education, culminating in evaluations and certification to acknowledge each student's hard work and progress.

ONLINE DANCE CLASSES (E–LEARNING):

Dance from Anywhere: Online Courses in Odissi, Folk, and Western Dance!

Experience our online dance courses!

We offer remote students the opportunity to learn Odissi, folk, and western dance from the comfort of their homes. Join us to explore these diverse dance styles through our flexible online platform.

We provide the online learn Odissi, folk, and western dance for the convenience of the children/ Adults of all age group of all over the world. Dr. Pradhan Natyam Expression Program, is an effective distance learning program.

Save on time and money, make life more convenient - The online one-on-one, real-time, live interactive performed through the modern E-learning technology offers unmatched convenience and saves a lot of time and cost on commuting to the nearest offline training centre providing an opportunity to schedule the saved time for performing the other routine activities.

Benefits of online learning are:

• Safe & convenient option to learn dancing through online mode.
• Best flexible time schedules for international students and students staying in different cities.
• 2 online classes every week for 1 hour as per the suitability of the student.
• Top Qualified, best experienced teachers from all over the world. Live, one-on-one, real time lessons for students.
• Convenience and comfort of learning at home.
• Better consistency & concentration, least missed classes due to flexible class time schedules.
• Unique e-learning feedback system.
• Well defined curriculum for all levels of learning, developed by the experts.
• Save on travel time and the cost of travelling to the nearest training centre.
• Affordable, low cost fees for the best quality online training.
• Convenient schedules for almost all the global time zones.

Online Training Lessons

The real-time, live online training classes conducted on Skype, Zoom, Teams, Google Meet online video call programs, require the students to have access to a personal computer with high definition camera (Laptop / Desktop / Tablet / Smart phone), high speed broadband internet connectivity, headphone and speakers with microphone (if registered for online dance training course). This real time, live distance learning program is a high quality Audio – Video program where the students can see, hear, talk, learn one-on-one with their private instructor in real time on Skype, Zoom, Teams or Google Meet.

We also organize and offer special online training classes to a small group of individuals.

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• Contact us: Plot No.: - 2295/3375, Lane Number -3, Somnath Nagar, Raghunathpur, Patia, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha: 751024/ Plot No. 2044/ 3042, Raghunathpur, P.S.: Nandankanan, Patia, Bhubaneswar-751024
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