Indian Classical Dance Terminology

noun a debut performance in the Indian classical dance form of Bharatanatyam

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• The arangetram is a traditional debut performance in Indian classical dance.
• I can't believe she's already preparing for her arangetram, time flies!
• Her arangetram is gonna be lit, I heard she's been practicing non-stop.
• The arangetram symbolizes the culmination of years of hard work and dedication in dance.

noun a term used in Indian classical dance and drama referring to the expressive aspect of performance, particularly conveying emotions and storytelling through gestures, facial expressions, and body movements

• The dancer's abhinaya was captivating, conveying a range of emotions through subtle gestures.
• She has such a natural talent for abhinaya, it's like she was born to perform.
• I can't believe how good her abhinaya is, it's like she's telling a story with her body.
• His abhinaya was so powerful, it felt like he was speaking to my soul without saying a word.