This project aims to solve the issues faced by Bharatanatyam dancers in accessing the translations and interpretations of compositions used for Bharatanatyam performances. Understanding these compositions is crucial in depicting an accurate vision of the composition. Through structured user interviews, it was discovered that due to the non-preservation of these translations and limited access to scholars, accurate translations, and music resources, dancers face significant issues. This hinders their creative process and restricts their creative freedom. Compared to experienced dancers with access to vast resources, the upcoming artists have very few such connections and guidance, making them more vulnerable to this problem. This necessitates a solution to reduce the accessibility issue faced by the upcoming dancers. Various design methodologies were employed to tackle the issues faced by Bharatanatyam dancers. To bridge this gap, Kalaahithaa, a digital service platform, was designed to provide a repository of verified translations, connect dancers to scholars, musicians and teachers to help them understand the compositions, create new compositions and choreographies, and foster collaborative opportunities. This solution was further developed using a service design blueprint, user flows, site maps, and low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes. The platform supports personalised interactions, enabling dancers to seek expert guidance, upload and access translations, and engage in meaningful exchanges that enhance their understanding of compositions while promoting monetary ethical practices. By centralising resources and fostering connections with a user-centred approach, Kalaahithaa serves as a vital tool for dancers to refine their art while preserving the integrity of Bharatanatyam.

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Kalaahithaa: Design Intervention for Bharatanatyam Dancers to Help with Compositions and Choreographies

  • P. Sanjana,
  • Smrthi Harits,
  • C. S. Divyadarshan

摘要

This project aims to solve the issues faced by Bharatanatyam dancers in accessing the translations and interpretations of compositions used for Bharatanatyam performances. Understanding these compositions is crucial in depicting an accurate vision of the composition. Through structured user interviews, it was discovered that due to the non-preservation of these translations and limited access to scholars, accurate translations, and music resources, dancers face significant issues. This hinders their creative process and restricts their creative freedom. Compared to experienced dancers with access to vast resources, the upcoming artists have very few such connections and guidance, making them more vulnerable to this problem. This necessitates a solution to reduce the accessibility issue faced by the upcoming dancers. Various design methodologies were employed to tackle the issues faced by Bharatanatyam dancers. To bridge this gap, Kalaahithaa, a digital service platform, was designed to provide a repository of verified translations, connect dancers to scholars, musicians and teachers to help them understand the compositions, create new compositions and choreographies, and foster collaborative opportunities. This solution was further developed using a service design blueprint, user flows, site maps, and low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes. The platform supports personalised interactions, enabling dancers to seek expert guidance, upload and access translations, and engage in meaningful exchanges that enhance their understanding of compositions while promoting monetary ethical practices. By centralising resources and fostering connections with a user-centred approach, Kalaahithaa serves as a vital tool for dancers to refine their art while preserving the integrity of Bharatanatyam.