Elementary knowledge of MANIPURI DANCE1
MANIPURI is originated from north eastern part of India i.e. MANIPUR. For the people of Manipuri Dance is an essential part of their life. They believe that this is the finest and natural way to express their feelings to others. The important element of Manipuri Nritya ( dance ) is 'LAI HAROBA ' which indicates the beauty of nature . Today , the credit goes to RAJA BHAGYA HANDRA who persue this beautiful dance form which is inspired by the theme of Love. The Rasa lila dances of lord Shiva and Parvati, Radha and Krishna and the local deities Khamba and Thoibi form. The basic dance style of the Manipuri dance form is lyrical with stylized , slow hand and body movements. The steps are gentle, graceful but powerful. When the dancers perform Rasa lila the arena is decorated with green leaves, flowers and white cloth. Some singers and drummers are also play in the raas. There is an another name for a dru...