SSLC
The School of Performing Arts offers vocational Diploma programs in Dance, Music, and Indology. Our dance curriculum encompasses Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, Kathak, Yakshagana, Filmmaking, Tabla, Carnatic, and Hindustani music.
Yakshagana, a vibrant and dynamic theatrical form originating from the coastal regions of Karnataka. This immersive program delves into the rich history, mythology, and aesthetic principles underpinning Yakshagana. Students master the intricate interplay of dance, music, drama, and costume, developing a profound understanding of the art form's storytelling and performance techniques. Our curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, equipping students with the skills to excel as versatile Yakshagana performers and connoisseurs. Through rigorous training in acting, dance, music, and costume design, students develop a comprehensive skill set that prepares them for professional careers in the performing arts.
| Course Code | Course Title | Course Type | L | T | P | C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yakshagana Shastra (Theory) | HC | 7 | 1 | 0 | 8 | |
| Yakshagana Prayogika 1 (Practical) | HC | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 | |
| Yakshagana Prayogika 2 (Practical) | HC | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 |
Course Content Theory
| Sl. No | Topics | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Historical facts | History of Yakshagana |
| 2 | Life stories | Yakṣa sādhakara paricaya |
| 3 | Character Introduction 1 | Mahabharata Characters Introduction |
| 4 | Character Introduction 2 | Ramayana Characters Introduction |
| 5 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -1 |
Hasta mudregaḷu - 1 |
| 6 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -2 |
Thalagalu, Upathalagalu |
| 7 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -3 |
1. Poorvaranga - 1 Kodangi Baalagopala |
| 8 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -4 |
1. Poorvaranga – 2 There Voddolaga Ardha voddologa |
| 9 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -1 |
Hasta mudregaḷu - 2 |
| 10 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -2 |
Mukthayagalu |
| 11 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -3 |
1. Poorvaranga - 3 Peetakashtri |
| 12 | Practical Basics of Yakshagarana Elements -4 |
1. Poorvaranga – 4 Digina |
Course Objectives: Yakshagana Diploma
Preservation and Promotion: To safeguard and propagate the rich heritage of Yakshagana as a quintessential art form of Karnataka.
Skill Development: To equip students with the comprehensive skills required to excel in various roles within a Yakshagana troupe, including acting, singing, dancing, and music.
Performance Excellence: To cultivate exceptional performers who can deliver captivating Yakshagana performances that resonate with diverse audiences.
Academic Foundation: To provide a strong theoretical understanding of Yakshagana's history, aesthetics, and cultural significance.
Course Outcomes: Yakshagana Diploma
| Course Code | Course Title | Course Type | L | T | P | C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yakshagana Shastra 2 (Theory) | HC | 7 | 1 | 0 | 8 | |
| Yakshagana Prayogika 3 (Practical) | HC | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 | |
| Yakshagana Prayogika 4 (Practical) | HC | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 | |
| Mini Project Work | HC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Course Content Practical
| Sl. No | Topics | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yakshagana Padya or Dvipadi | Shlokagalu |
| 2 | Neroopane | Neeti Kathegalu |
| 3 | Yakshagana pradarshana and Saiddhanthika Jnana - 1 | Arthagaarike 1 |
| 4 | Yakshagana pradarshana and Saiddhanthika Jnana - 2 | Arthagaarike 2 |
| 5 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana – 1 | Yuddha Kunita |
| 6 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana -2 | Taandava 1 |
| 7 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana -3 | Nrithyaroopaka 1 |
| 8 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana -4 | Prasanga 1 |
| 9 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana – 1 | Prayana Kunita |
| 10 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana -2 | Taandava 2 |
| 11 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana -3 | Nrithyaroopaka 2 |
| 12 | Practical Aspects of Advanced Yakshagana -4 | Prasanga |
