Tintin and Snowy, Mandrake and Lothar, The Phantom and Devil, Richie Rich, Frank Hardy, Joe Hardy and Chet Morton, Archie and his gang, Supandi, Bahadur, Swamy and Friends, Batman, Spiderman, Sherlock Holmes, Perry Mason and the list just goes on. For me, these were never just characters in books and comics. They were friends, companions…
Every child has a voice to be heard. I have believed this for as long as I have worked with and keep working with children. Over the past two decades as a theatre practitioner, educationalist and acting coach, I have seen this truth unfold in countless, deeply moving ways. When parents hear “theatre arts,” many…
After two decades of grooming actors, I can tell you with absolute certainty that acting does not begin with expression, it begins with silence. Most young actors walk into the room carrying noise, lots of mental noise & emotional noise. The urge to perform, to impress, to prove worth. They believe acting is about adding…
I would like to commence this blog with the powerful quote “When the student is ready, the teacher arrives”. I refer to this as a powerful quote, as it has had a profound impact on me since my childhood. My love for performing arts was noticed by my parents since my early days into this world.…
Parenting Performers: Finding the Balance Between Encouragement and Pressure Parenting is a delicate balance, especially when it comes to encouraging our children to pursue their passions and excel in their endeavors. As parents, we naturally want the best for our children, but finding the right balance between encouragement and pressure can be challenging. In a…
How Performing Arts Schools Shape the Stars of Tomorrow Performing arts schools, as incubators for future stars, go beyond conventional education, shaping well-rounded individuals with skills and resilience essential for success in the competitive entertainment industry. Comprehensive Training: Performing arts schools offer a holistic approach to education, ensuring that students receive training in…
Bharatanatyam, a timeless dance form, embodies the beauty and tradition of India’s cultural heritage. Here are seven elements that are instrumental in a captivating bharatanatyam performance. Skill – The most critical element in delivering a captivating performance is the dancer’s skill. As per the Abhinayadarpana, a well-trained Bharatanatyam dancer should aim for agility, balance, graceful…
Understand the Character’s Motivation: Before you start memorizing lines, thoroughly understand your character’s motivations, emotions, and objectives in each scene. When you understand why you’re saying the lines, it becomes easier to remember them. Segment Your Script: Divide your script into manageable sections or chunks. Work on memorizing one section at a time, and only…
There is no one right way to write a play. Every writer has their own method, and it is a continuous process of learning and unlearning, trial and error, as you progress in your playwriting career. Here are 10 must-follow tips for playwrights as they embark on a journey to discover the stories within their…
Confidence is one of the most crucial elements that make or break the success of a performance. Not only does it help us handle nerves and unexpected situations gracefully, the projection of confidence leaves a lasting impression on your audience. Here are 5 tips that we think will help build confidence in your next…