The paper underscores the teleological perspective of the historical process of Indian drama from its inception to its logical culmination. It unravels the development and ramifications of Bengali drama by juxtaposing it with the popular culture of the region. The paper puts an emphasis on the regional paradigm of drama by interlacing 'orient' and 'occident' influences. It prioritizes and discerns two-fold model of Bengali drama that is hitherto not emphasised by the scholars. The first segment was the nascent stage of Bengali drama. It explains the development of Bengali drama at the intersection of Greek and Sanskrit influences. The second section was the stage of maturation of Bengali drama. It explicates the amalgam of English and Russian influences for the formation of a new style of drama in Bengal. The paper unfolds the project of internatiolization and scientific modification of a regional art.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Battle of opinions over Evolving Drama
- Historicity of Bengali drama
- Sanskritization of drama
- Emergence of the British era
- Drama: Etymology
- Stratification of Bengali Drama
- Gitika
- Jatra Pala
- Theatre
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the historical development of Indian drama, focusing on the evolution of Bengali drama and its relationship with regional and international influences. It explores the origins and development of Bengali drama, tracing its roots from ancient Sanskrit and Greek influences to its transformation under British rule.
- The historical development of Indian drama
- The evolution of Bengali drama
- The influence of Sanskrit and Greek drama on Bengali drama
- The impact of British rule on Bengali drama
- The regional paradigm of drama
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter sets the stage by discussing the importance of drama in shaping cultural identity and highlighting the rich history of Bengali literature and stagecraft. It also introduces the concept of "Sanskritization" as a key factor in the development of Indian drama.
- Battle of opinions over Evolving Drama: This chapter explores the debate among scholars regarding the origins of Indian drama, examining various theories that attribute its roots to the Vedas, Greek influences, and folk culture. It also discusses the role of Sanskrit literature in shaping the development of drama.
- Historicity of Bengali drama: This chapter delves into the historical development of Bengali drama, tracing its origins to ancient times and highlighting the interplay of Greek, Sanskrit, and folk styles. It also examines the impact of British rule and the emergence of European-influenced theatre in Calcutta.
- Sanskritization of drama: This chapter focuses on the influence of Sanskrit literature and tradition on Bengali drama. It highlights the role of mythical plays like "Amrita-mantha" and "Tripuradaho" and discusses the significant contributions of Kalidasa and other prominent Sanskrit playwrights.
- Emergence of the British era: This chapter explores the impact of British rule on Bengali drama. It highlights the emergence of English and Russian-influenced theatre in Calcutta and the blending of traditional Sanskrit styles with Western influences.
- Drama: Etymology: This chapter delves into the etymology of the word "drama" and its evolving meanings throughout history. It explores the various interpretations of the term and its relationship to stagecraft, visual poetry, and the reflection of real-life situations.
- Stratification of Bengali Drama: This chapter examines the diverse forms and styles of Bengali drama, including theatre, pantomime, puppetry, and comic caricatures. It discusses the role of popular culture and regionalism in shaping the development of Bengali drama.
- Gitika: This chapter focuses on the "gitika" genre of Bengali drama and literature, exploring its origins, evolution, and significance as a popular form of folk ballad.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Bengali drama, Jatra pala, Bengali culture, Sanskrit drama, Greek influence, British rule, Sanskritization, regionalism, popular culture, gitika, theatre.
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- Prabir Bhattacharya (Author), 2017, Historicizing drama: Was Bengal the matrix of drama?, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/372502
