A Qualitative Interview Study to Illuminate the Lived Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Impacts of Experienced Bharatanatyam Dancers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

While some evidence suggests psychosocial and physical health benefits of Bharatanatyam (eg, Indian Classical Dance), no study has explored the lived experiences of Bharatanatyam dancers themselves and the value they place on this practice for their own well-being.

Objective

Using a qualitative methodology, the purpose of this study is to explore Bharatanatyam dancers' perceptions of this practice and its impact on their lives.

Methods

Bharatanatyam dancers with at least 10 years of experience participated in a 60-minute recorded Zoom interview about their experience, history, and relationship with Bharatanatyam, with a focus on how it may have impacted their well-being. Using a Grounded Theory approach, research team members engaged in open coding to creat

SUBMITTER: Ganesh V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12464408 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature