Went to see a South Indian dance production. At first I wasn't that impressed, but I soon became fixated with their hand gestures and eye movements. Very theatrical, and almost like watching a conversation in sign language, each posture and expression had meaning. But at the same time, all so subtle. I can still hear the rhythmic slapping of their feet on the stage accompanied by the rattle of bells around their ankles, and I many of the poses I recognised from ancient art/sculpture I have seen at the museum. Nice to see something you know nothing about and would not normally go to.
Funny, this is only my 3rd blog post since returning from Adelaide. I must have been occupied! :)
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