Classical Dance
This expressive aspect of Indian classical dance involves using facial expressions to convey emotions and narrate stories
What is Abhinaya?
This intricate melodic and patternized improvisation is performed after the main composition, where the artist explores the raga’s nuances and possibilities
What is Swarakalpana?
What is #2?
Known as the destroyer, this deity is part of the Hindu trinity (Trimurti) along with Brahma and Vishnu
Who is Shiva?
Name the styles our team represents (dance and music) *newbies only!
Dance: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi
Music: Carnatic, Hindustani
While Bharatanatyam originated in Tamil Nadu and Odissi in Odisha, this classical dance style is rooted in the state of Andhra Pradesh
What is Kuchipudi?
In Hindustani music, this specific form of composition is often used for vocal improvisation and showcases the artist’s skill in navigating complex rhythms
What is Bandish?
This Netflix series, set in Regency-era England, is based on a romance book series by Julia Quinn
What is Bridgerton?
This devotee was said to have achieved immortality through his devotion for Shiva when Yama appeared?
Who is Markendeya?
How Srithan pronounced the Yale team's name at Chaihouse
What is Dhavani? 😔
What are the gharanas of Kathak Dance?
What is banaras, lucknow, jaipur?
This renowned violinist and composer is credited with popularizing the violin in Carnatic music and has composed numerous kritis and thillanas
Who is Lalgudi Jayaraman?
This sci-fi epic directed by Denis Villeneuve, based on the Frank Herbert novel, was released in 2021
What is Dune?
This divine narrative is often attributed to sage Valmiki and combines philosophical teachings with storytelling
What is the Ramayana?
How many people are on our team (closest guess gets the point!)
43
Known for its vigorous footwork and graceful hand movements, this dance form is popular in the northern regions of India and often involves storytelling through mime
What is Kathak?
A group of 11 kamala kritis composed by the legendary Dikshitir?
What are the navavarnams?
This Australian singer-songwriter gained international fame in 2014 with her hit single "Fancy," which became a defining track of the summer
Who is Iggy Azalea?
The city of Kanchipuram is famous for these deities also known as the siblings of Kanchipuram?
Who are Kamakshi and Varadharaja?
How does Veda pronounce our team name? *eboard and Anushka are not allowed to answer!
icâs
This ancient text, written by Bharata Muni, is considered foundational to Indian classical music and dance, detailing various aspects of performance.
What is the Natya Shastra?
This late 20th-century maestro is known for his pioneering contributions to the tabla and his unique style that blends traditional and contemporary techniques
Who is Zakir Hussain?
This 2019 Met Gala theme, inspired by the camp aesthetic, featured memorable outfits from stars like Lady Gaga and Billy Porter, sparking widespread discussion on fashion's boundaries
What is Camp?
This mythical creature, often depicted as having the body of a lion and the face of a human and is associated with the goddess Durga
Who is Mahishasura?
Name all 8 teams that performed at Chaihouse
Who are ICAS, UMass Rang, Yale Dhvani, Brown Bhairavi, RPI Raaga, NU Aroh, MIT Ohms, UConn Sanskriti?