The School of Performing and Visual Arts is functional at the University Head quarters since February 2000 with a vision to provide higher educational opportunities in Performing and Visual arts through open and distance learning mode of education. Within the above context, the School of Performing and Visual Arts is visualized as a location that intents to implement a new vision of art pedagogy and practices in the Country. It aims at being constituted by the principle of creative expression, processes, practices and disciplines, including historical, theoretical and critical engagements. The idea is to focus on areas of knowledge and professional specializations and is imagined a breeding ground for the development of classical and newer art practices and theoretical insights in the direction of finding paradigms in performing and visual art forms with greater amalgamation between theory, practice and research on one hand, and interdisciplinary approach between various arts on the other.
To promote all forms of arts at higher education to unfold the aesthetic and creative potentialities of learner enabling them to become a contributing professional.
To promote aesthetics as a learning process in professional and academic arena.
To inculcate creativity through diverse range of creative activities and modes of expression.
To engage in praxis and theory through latest and modern pedagogical tools that reach out to the distant learner in the Open and Distance Learning system.
To nurture traditional and contemporary art practices in areas of the Visual and Performing Arts and provide grounds for critical research.
The School of Performing and Visual Arts is functional at the University headquarters since February 2009 with a vision to provide higher education opportunities in the Performing and Visual Arts through open & distance learning mode of education. Within the above context, the School of Performing and Visual Arts is visualized as a location that intends to implement a new vision of art pedagogy and practices in the Country. It aims to be constituted by the principle of creative expression, processes, practices and disciplines, including historical, theoretical and critical engagements. The idea is to focus on areas of knowledge and professional specializations and is imagined as a breeding ground for the development of classical and newer art practices and theoretical insights in the direction of finding paradigms in performing and visual art forms with greater amalgamation between theory, practice and research on one hand, and interdisciplinary approach between various arts on the other.
Greetings from the School of Performing and Visual Arts!
Since our establishment in February 2009, we have dedicated ourselves to providing higher education opportunities through an innovative open and distance learning mode.
Our vision is to foster a new approach to art pedagogy and practice in our country. At our school, we emphasize creative expression, processes, and practices, along with historical, theoretical, and critical engagements. We believe in nurturing both classical and contemporary art practices, offering a harmonious blend of theory, practice, and research.
We invite the learners to become a part of our vibrant and dynamic community, where your artistic talents will be honed, and your creative potential will flourish. Together, let's embark on a journey of artistic excellence and innovation.
Best wishes,
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Staff Details
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Dr. Govindaraju Bharadwaza
Designation:
Professor
Specialization:
Theartre Arts
Academic Level:
14
Joining:
25-02-2009
Email Id:
dr.g_bharadwaza@ignou.ac.in
Brief Profile:
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctorate from University of Hyderabad-2002.
Post-Graduate in MPA (Master of Performing Arts) from University of Hyderabad-1994.
A Post-Graduate Diploma Holder in Acting from University of Hyderabad-1992.
A Graduate in Political Science, Public Administration and History from Osmania University, Hyderabad-1990. AWARDS AND FELLOWSHIPS:
PhD awarded by University of Hyderabad-2002.
Senior Research Fellowship by University Grants Commission-1997.
Junior Research Fellowship National Eligibility for Lectureship by University Grants Commission-1994.
Awarded Gold Medal in MPA (Theatre Arts) from University of Hyderabad-1994.
Won Best Director Award for the play let “NYVEDYAM” in National Drama Competitions-2002.
Won Best Director Awards for the play “PRIYACHAMPODDE” at BHEL Drama Competitions-2002.
Won Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actor for the Play let “ELAKALABONU” in Nandi Drama Competitions-2003. SEMINARS:
Presented a paper titled “Where is Theatre?” in State Level seminar conducted by PS. Telugu University, 2002.
Participated in National seminar on Theatre Studies conducted by PS.Telugu University and presented a paper on “Greek Theatre”.
Presented a paper on ‘TYPOLOGIES OF PAGATIVESHAM TEXTS’ in 9th All India Fossils conference at Warangal-2001.
Jointly presented a paper titled “PAGATIVESHAM-KALAPORRPA AVAGAHANA’ with Dr.YA. Sudhakar Reddy in Folk arts festival in Nalgonda-2001 conducted by PS. Telugu University.
Jointly presented a paper titled “PAGATIVESHALU –RESPONDING TO CHANGE” with Dr.YA. Sudhakar Reddy in National seminar conducted jointly by University of Hyderabad and University of Glasgow in Hyderabad-2001.
Presented a paper on Children Theatre: Some Ideas in a Seminar on Children theatre, conducted by Children Art Theatre, Ps. Telugu University. -2005.
PUBLICATIONS:
Fifteen articles in different Journals and Special issues.
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Indian Theatre, Western Theatre, Folk Theatre, Children and Youth theatre, Ritual theatre and theatre in every day life.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Fifteen years of teaching experience as a Guest faculty, in the Theatre Departments of University of Hyderabad, Osmania University and PS Telugu University, Hyderabad and as a Lecturer in the Department of Education in Arts and Aesthetics, NCERT, New Delhi.
Attachments:
Designation: Professor Specialization: Theartre Arts Academic Level: 14 Joining: 25-02-2009
, dr.g_bharadwaza@ignou.ac.in
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Dr. Lakshaman Prasad
Designation:
Professor
Specialization:
Fine Arts
Academic Level:
14
Joining:
25-02-2009
Email Id:
lakshaman.mau@ignou.ac.in
Brief Profile:
Dr. Lakshaman Prasad Academic Qualification- M.A, NET, Ph.D, (fine Arts) . Associated with Programmes at IGNOU- CVAA, CVAP, MADP & Ph.D. Author of several books on Fine Arts Contributed to rsearch journals with published articles and units for SLM.
Attachments:
Designation: Professor Specialization: Fine Arts Academic Level: 14 Joining: 25-02-2009
, lakshaman.mau@ignou.ac.in
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Dr. P.Radhika
Designation:
Associate Professor
Specialization:
Dance
Academic Level:
13A
Joining:
25-02-2009
Email Id:
radhika@ignou.ac.in
Brief Profile:
Dr. Radhika Puthenedam is an experienced researcher with proven abilities in areas of Bharatanatyam technique and choreography, Pedagogy in Dance in distance and Online and K-12 education, Critical Dance studies, Post colonial History of Bharatanatyam, and Dance in the Diaspora and Dance and Gender.
Dr.Radhika has made significant contributions to research journals with many publications and chapters in books. She is on the editorial board of prominent Dance & Music journals in the country and contributes as a reviewer in both national and international journals in the fields of Performing arts and in Distance education. She also contributes as an expert member of various committees and boards of important statutory and educational bodies in the country concerned with Dance and education. Shealso has been involved as a resource person at national Seminars and workshops concerned with Dance studies and Arts education. She regularly gives lectures on Gyanvani (FM105.6) and Gyandarshan Channel. Since 2009, when she joined IGNOU, she has looked after the programmes and courses in Dance that include Ph.D. Dance, Certificate programme in Bharatanatyam (ODL programme) and two upcoming programmes – Diploma and Bachelors in Dance. She is also presently developing a skill development course and a generic elective course for the FYUP bachelor's programme.
Dr.Radhika completed her basic training in Dance from Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts, Chennai, a reputed institution in the field of Bharatanatyam and further earned her master’s degree and PhD in Dance from University of Hyderabad and later qualified NET and JRF-SRF of the University Grants Commission, 2004. She is also a post graduate in English and a PGD holder in Television production, and Distance education. She is a certified Yoga practitioner from Vemana Institute, Telangana. Dr.Radhika's doctoral work dealt with the transitional phase of Bharatanatyam in India focussing on the works of Rukmini Devi and Chandralekha.
Dr. Seema Johari Academic Qualification-M.A, NET, Ph.D, D. Litt. (Music) Pedagogy in Music (vocal) theory and practical through online and ODL mode. Associated with Programmes at IGNOU- CPAHM, BAPFHM, Ph.D. Author of several books on music (Hindi) Contributed to rsearch journals with published articles and units for SLM of CPAHM. Associated with IRC-Gyanvani and Tele-conferencing sessions-Gyan Darshan since joining at IGNOU, 2009. Invited as resource person for lecture-demonstration concerned with Hindustani classical music. All India Radion and T.V. artist. Cassettes of songs relesed by T-series and other leading music companies. Aptitutde for stage performance and compering.
Attachments:
Designation: Associate Professor Specialization: Music Academic Level: 13A Joining: 18-05-2009
, dr.seemajohari@ignou.ac.in
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Dr. Mallika Banerjee
Designation:
Associate Professor
Specialization:
Hindustani Vocal Music
Academic Level:
13A
Joining:
01-04-2009
Email Id:
mallikabanerjee@ignou.ac.in
Brief Profile:
Dr. Mallika Banerjee is an educationist and a TOP grade vocalist of All India Radio. Her research area has been Indian Classical music and music of ancient civilizations.She is working as a Faculty in IGNOU since 2009. Prior to this she gave her valuable services to All India Radio for 20 Years. So far 6 scholars have completed their Ph.D under the supervison of Dr. M. Banerjee. Presently she is the Programme Coordinator of BAPFHMH, BPAFHM and CPAKM. She has authored a book - Music in Ancient Civilizations. She has 9 Research Articles published to her credit. Pedagogy in Music(vocal)theory and practical through Online and ODL mode.
Attachments:
Designation: Associate Professor Specialization: Hindustani Vocal Music Academic Level: 13A Joining: 01-04-2009
, mallikabanerjee@ignou.ac.in
