Eye-scape: inner space and consciousness

Madhavan, Arya (2010) Eye-scape: inner space and consciousness. In: IFTR, July 26 - 31 2010, Munich.

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Abstract

The intention of this paper is to explore and analyse how actor’s eye can be a major tool in developing his/her imagination in both training and performance. This enquiry is based on the acting devices and training methods of Kudiyattam which is the Sanskrit theatre from India with a continuous performance history of at least 2000 years. Some of my arguments will be inspired by certain aesthetic and philosophical concepts central to Indian thought and I will finally explain the connection between eyes, imagination and temporal experience of perception.

Additional Information:The intention of this paper is to explore and analyse how actor’s eye can be a major tool in developing his/her imagination in both training and performance. This enquiry is based on the acting devices and training methods of Kudiyattam which is the Sanskrit theatre from India with a continuous performance history of at least 2000 years. Some of my arguments will be inspired by certain aesthetic and philosophical concepts central to Indian thought and I will finally explain the connection between eyes, imagination and temporal experience of perception.
Keywords:Kudiyattam, temporality and imagination, performance and consciousness, Indian theatre, eyes in acting
Subjects:T Eastern, Asiatic, African, American and Australasian Languages, Literature and related subjects > T400 Other Asian studies
W Creative Arts and Design > W440 Theatre studies
W Creative Arts and Design > W410 Acting
W Creative Arts and Design > W400 Drama
Divisions:College of Arts > School of Fine & Performing Arts > School of Fine & Performing Arts (Performing Arts)
ID Code:3861
Deposited On:18 Jan 2011 18:12

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