Classical Dance
Classical Music
Miscellaneous
Hindu Mythology
ICAS
100

This expressive aspect of Indian classical dance involves using facial expressions to convey emotions and narrate stories

What is Abhinaya?

100

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?

100
DuBois Library's current ranking on the "World Tallest Library" list!

What is #2?

100

Known as the destroyer, this deity is part of the Hindu trinity (Trimurti) along with Brahma and Vishnu

Who is Shiva?

100

Name the styles our team represents (dance and music) *newbies only!

 Dance: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi

Music: Carnatic, Hindustani

200

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?

200

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?

200

This Netflix series, set in Regency-era England, is based on a romance book series by Julia Quinn

What is Bridgerton?

200

This devotee was said to have achieved immortality through his devotion for Shiva when Yama appeared?

Who is Markendeya?

200

How Srithan pronounced the Yale team's name at Chaihouse

What is Dhavani? 😔

300

What are the gharanas of Kathak Dance?

What is banaras, lucknow, jaipur?

300

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?

300

This sci-fi epic directed by Denis Villeneuve, based on the Frank Herbert novel, was released in 2021

What is Dune?

300

This divine narrative is often attributed to sage Valmiki and combines philosophical teachings with storytelling

What is the Ramayana?

300

How many people are on our team (closest guess gets the point!)

43

400

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?

400

A group of 11 kamala kritis composed by the legendary Dikshitir?

What are the navavarnams?

400

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?

400

The city of Kanchipuram is famous for these deities also known as the siblings of Kanchipuram? 

Who are Kamakshi and Varadharaja?

400

How does Veda pronounce our team name? *eboard and Anushka are not allowed to answer!

icâs

500

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?

500

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?

500

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?

500

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?

500

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?