Bharathnatyam is a solo dance that can be performed by both men as well as women and is believed to be originated in Tamil Nadu. This dance form has a rich history that dates back to about 2000 years. Bharathnatyam is the combination of bhava, raga, tala, and Natya and is made for the purpose of seeking pleasure. The main feature of Bharatanatyam is that the dancer makes beautiful straight lines or triangles. Bharatanatyam is supplied by background Carnatic music. This artform itself is divided into two categories which comprise pure dance Nritta and expressional dance Nritya. This dance is flourishing and has large among the one initiated to its cultural concepts.

The course has a dedicated and hard working staff well qualified as per university norms. Sree Sankaracharya University started its Degree course in Dance in 1995. It is in this University that a dance course was started for the first time at degree level. In the beginning, only the foundation course (equal to +2) functioned at Kalady. In 1999 classes, on the degree level started. Though the department was one, it had two specializations, Bharathanatyam and Mohiniyattom. M.A. course was started in the Dance Department. It has full strength every year. The admission is based on entrance examination and talent.

Syllabi

• MA Bharathanattyam
• MA Mohiniyattam