Diploma in Kuchipudi Dance
One Tradition. Countless Voices. Enduring Grace.
Objective
The Diploma Program builds upon the information provided in the Certificate Program and explores the history of Kuchipudi. Students learn the theatrical forms of Kalapam and Yakshagana Natakam through practice. Traditional solo songs, which are rarely performed, are also taught in another practical course. The rhythm course is popular due to the hands-on practice of Taalam and the awareness it provides of what students have been dancing with limited understanding. In addition to these, the Indigenous performing art forms related to Kuchipudi are studied in greater detail while studying Natyasastra and Abhinaya Darpana, alongside the text of Nritta Ratnavali.
- Learn the core techniques, adavus (steps), and expressions of Kuchipudi.
- Study the history, evolution, and traditional compositions of Kuchipudi.
- Learn under the guidance of experienced gurus and practitioners.
- Earn a recognized diploma that opens pathways to further study.
Requirements
- Duration: Two-year program (2 semesters per year)
- Required Units: 15 credit units
- Required Courses: Total of 5 courses (4 core mandatory and 1 elective)
General Admission Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED is required
- Practical dance training of at least 2 years
Program Overview
- DKD 301: History, origin & development of Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 302: Theatre art forms of Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 303: Practical aspects of Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 304: An overview of dance treatise: NrittaRatnavali, NatyaSastra and AbhinayaDarpanam (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 401: Practice of Talam (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 402: Indigenous Dance Forms related to Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 303: Practical aspects of Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 301: History, origin & development of Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 401: Practice of Talam (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 302: Theatre art forms of Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 304: An overview of dance treatise: NrittaRatnavali, NatyaSastra and AbhinayaDarpanam (Unit value – 3 credits)
- DKD 402: Indigenous Dance Forms related to Kuchipudi dance (Unit value – 3 credits)
A Student enrolled in this Program could be evaluated using the following methods/metrics (Assessment could be a combination of a written and/or a practical performance demonstration) depending on the Course :
- Quiz : Two submissions during the Semester.
- Assignment : Two submissions during the Semester.
- Midterm Exam : During the mid-Semester Week.
- Final Exam : End of the Semester.
Students will be awarded a Diploma in Kuchipudi Dance, on the successful completion of all the required courses, with an overall combined GPA of 2.0 or higher, based on the evaluation weightage across the various Methods/Metrics.
Tuition Fees
Estimated Program Costs: $6,000.00 including Tuition ($5,400.00), Application Fee, Books, Registration Fees, etc.
Apply Process
Contact our Admissions Team: admissions@aria.edu
Additional Programs Offered
Faculty
Yashoda Thakore, PhD
Chair, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Anupama Kylash, PhD
Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Chandrakanth Mamillapalli
Assistant Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Devi Girish Chandra, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Katyayani Kanak, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
P. Rama Devi, Ph. D.
Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Sumitra Veluri, PhD
Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Sindhuja Suryadevara
Assistant Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Yamini Yasoda Kurati, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Kuchipudi Dance
Contact Info
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- Phone : +1 (844) 872 8680
- Email: admissions@aria.edu