Bharatha Natyam

Syllabus 2017

What is GCE A/L Bharatha Natyam?

Bharatha Natyam develops proficiency in South Indian classical dance, comprising Nritta, Nritya, Natya, Natyashastra theory, and Margam performance repertory.

Below you'll find the official syllabus topics and free past papers for Bharatha Natyam.

Aims

  1. 1.Master classical Adavus, Jathis, Abhinaya, and Bhavas.
  2. 2.Perform traditional Margam items with aesthetic excellence.

Syllabus

#TopicPeriods
1Nritta: Adavus, Jathis, and Rhythm Mastery80
2Nritya and Natya: Navarasas, Bhava, and Abhinaya90
3Margam Repertory: Alarippu, Jatiswaram, Shabdam, Varnam, Padam, Thillana90
4Theoretical Concepts of Natyashastra and Abhinaya Darpana50
5History and Masters of Bharatha Natyam50

Source: National Institute of Education (NIE), Sri Lanka