Masterclass by Guru Dr Ratheesh Babu

Date: Saturday,19th December & Sunday, 20th December 2026
Time: 11:00am to 3:00pm
Venue: Abhibhava Art Academy, Malad West.
Registration fees: Rs2,000/- (for two days)

Masterclass by Guru Dr Ratheesh Babu
Sringara Lahari Keertanam: Exploring Abhinaya, Bhava and Nayika Bhava in Neelambari Raga

Composition: Sringara Lahari
Composer: Mysore Lingaraja Urs
Ragam: Neelambari
Talam: Adi

Workshop Focus:
Understanding the literary and musical beauty of Sringara Lahari.
Exploring the nuances of Sringara Rasa through Abhinaya.
Interpretation of Sahitya through facial expressions, gestures and body language.
Exploring Nayika Bhava and the emotional dimensions of the composition.
Developing expressive techniques, subtlety and aesthetic depth in Sanchari Bhavas.
Understanding the relationship between music, rhythm and interpretative dance.
Practical demonstration and guided Abhinaya training for dancers.

Objective: To deepen the dancer`s understanding of lyrical expression, emotional interpretation and the aesthetic presentation of Sringara Lahari through the rich traditions of kuchipudi and it can be used in all styles

Dr. G. Ratheesh Babu is an Indian classical dancer, choreographer and educator, renowned for his mastery of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniattam and Carnatic music. With a career spanning over 35 years, he has made a significant contribution to the propagation and teaching of classical dance forms across India and internationally. He is the founder-director of Nrithyathi Kalakshetram and holds the titles of Natya Choodamani and Nritya Kala Bharathi, among others. He has been awarded two doctorates in the field of Indian classical dance and is an empanelled artiste of ICCR and has performed extensively in India and abroad.