A National Workshop on the Theory of Emotions, Emotion Management & its Applications based on Νāţyaśāstra

Centre for Indian Psychology
Jain University
Presents
Manovilāsa:
A National Workshop on the Theory of Emotions, Emotion Management & its Applications based on Νāţyaśāstra
(13th & 14th February 2012)

The Nāţyaśāstra (NS) though meant for producing theatrical performances, contains the principles of many other art forms such as music, dance, architecture and painting. This has been traditionally acknowledged. However, the basis of all communication being expression of thoughts and feelings (bhāva-abhivyañjanā), the NS, also lays down the siddhānta-s and methods for its application. It defines abhinaya as not mere acting but total communication which is done through several channels. There are not just emotions bhāva-s but psychological urges/states that can be manipulated by the trained actor, performer, teacher and even administrator to influence the audience, students, and working groups.
In a two day workshop, Prof Bharat Gupt shall give presentations on the NS, hold discussions and relate the aesthetic and emotional theories of traditional arts to modern utility in social spheres.

Objectives:

1. To develop a greater synergy and interaction between the ‘Art of Psychology’ and the ‘Psychology of Arts’ for a better understanding of both and their application.
2. To gain insights into the working of emotions and their management.
3. To enrich one’s knowledge about the theory of emotions and related topics as presented in Nāţyaśāstra.
4. To enhance one’s skills in counseling, managing emotion-intense situations and in theatrics by better understanding of the expression of emotions and their manipulation.

The Methodology of the workshop:

Lectures, Demonstrations, Practical Sessions, Sharing of Experiences, Analysis, Review of Relevant Literature, Interaction etc.


Persons to be contacted for further details:
Dr. Vinayachandra B. K. – (M) 09880193872 centre4ip@gmail.com
Dr. Anuradha Choudry - (M) 09880739482