An Introduction to Kandyan Dance (Kandyan Dance Collection)

Explore Sri Lanka's most traditional dance form Kandyan, it's history and practices as well as terminologies associated with the dance. In this book, you will learn about Sri Lanka, its rich history in performing arts and making of a Kandyan dancer supported by colourful illustrations!The author, Dilini Seneviratne is a British-Sri Lankan Kandyan dance practitioner. She has been teaching, choreographing, performing and practising Kandyan dance in England for over 10 years. She has performed at various reputable Sri Lankan events and venues under the guidance of Miss Kumudu Perera and Professor Mudiyanse Dissanayake in the U.K. Her main research area lies in Kandyan dance and its practices beyond Sri Lanka.In this book, Dilini introduces Kandyan dance to dance enthusiasts by sharing valuable theoretical knowledge complimented by colourful illustrations, in the hope that it encourages the next generation to take their first Kandyan step!Suitable for all ages. Read more