The Raadha Kalpa Method, Rukmini Vijayakumar

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What is the Raadha Kalpa Method?
The Raadha Kalpa method is a pedagogical structure developed for the practice of Classical Indian dance forms and Bharatanatyam specifically. This method of practice and training has been developed by Rukmini Vijayakumar through her study of varied knowledge systems over the course of the last 15 years. The method encompasses structured and specifically designed practice that develops awareness of physical alignment through muscular activation and engagement. It progresses to efficient dynamic transfer in the implementation of technique and skill. The traditionally prescribed progression of skill is supplemented with allied exercises that ensure the advancement and inclusion of every type of student. The skills (physicality, aesthetics, rhythm, artistry) are introduced individually and not taught as a finished product during the practice of repertoire. Imagination and creativity are addressed as separate qualities that are necessary in the development of a classical dancer, and exercises to develop specific qualities in these areas are introduced with precision and well structured progression of content.

The core of the method lies in the creation of “neutrality” in both mind and body. The neutral dancer becomes an empty canvas informed with vocabulary devoid of dynamic accents. Neutrality is an essential part of the Radha Kalpa method. The neutral body, informed in any vocabulary allows the maximum possibilities of expression.

The method aims to create a dancer that is not only theoretically knowledgeable, but also creatively aware, with a mind that allows ideas to soak and flower. It progressively builds the ability to imagine, and respond honestly to imagined circumstances.