Applications Invited for the ‘Shodha Bhramari 2025’ -National level Institutional Internship Programme

Now, the Centre is glad to invite applications for Internships from eligible and interested candidates for the prestigious National level Institutional internship programme “Shodha Bhramari- 2025 “. This internship programme is centered around the theme: “Documentation and Analysis of Traditional Theatre Forms and Deṡī Dance Techniques of India.”

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and actively contribute to the theme through various modes of engagement.

Aims and Objectives

This internship is in line with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP), which focuses on well-rounded learning and encourages combining different fields of study while helping students discover and develop their interests and talents.

It’s a great opportunity for those interested in learning about, documenting, and researching Indian Deśī dance and theatre. This Internship aims to tackle the challenge of articulating and recording movement-based expressions in the most accurate way possible.

What does this internship aim to contribute?

1.Gateways to understanding various aspects of performance.

2.Reviving endangered practices and creating awareness.

3.Contributing to the preservation and revitalization of India’s traditional performing arts while also challenging limited perceptions.

4.Enables comparative studies, encouraging intercultural dialogue and appreciation across diverse traditions.

5.Aims to build a scholarly vocabulary for Deshi dance (in today’s world it is generally called as folk dance) and traditional theatre ( like Yakshagana, Terukkottu, Chau, etc), facilitating their inclusion in academic discourse.

6.Integrating Śāstra lakṣaṇa (theory) with Prayoga (practice)

For Whom Is This Helpful?

1.Valuable for educators, undergraduate students, researchers and artists, who wish to provide a fresh perspective on India’s traditional performing arts,

2.For aspiring individuals seeking multimedia documentation of performing arts techniques,

3.Ideal for novices interested in gaining insights into future research communication,

4.Helpful for those pursuing post graduation. Especially MA dissertation and internship requirement,

5. Aimed at PhD aspirants looking to enhance their knowledge,

6. For those interested in exploring cultural journalism,

7. Understanding creative presentation for Academics.

When? How to apply?

• The internship will commence in the 1st week of July and end in October 2025.
• Apply using the Google Form link  https://forms.gle/mPzwFpehnRvWntaTA with a proposal for your desired subject.
• You can choose any Traditional Theatre Forms or Deṡī Dance Traditions (except for the Classical Dances category). If a similar proposal is received, we will assess it based on experience and quality, or suggest an alternative.

Who can apply?

• The minimum age is  of 18 years. Maximum Age should be 30 yrs.
• Candidates above the age of 30 are requested to refer to the Shodha Ranga internship document available on our website https://www.noopurabhramari.com/shodha-ranga-2025-national-level-internship-programme-2/ .  and the google form link for Shodha Ranga internship is https://forms.gle/6fp5pPNnJg56cbnw6
• Applicants must have prior training or knowledge in any Indian dance or theatre form. For a minimum of 6-8 years experience in performing arts will add the strength to the proposal. and the candidate should demonstrate a strong passion for research or writing and documenting techniques.

Guidelines                           

• Quality is our criterion. Deadlines must be adhered to.
• The list of selected candidates will be announced after a telephonic or online interview, after which the registration procedures must be completed.
• The Centre reserves the right to select or withdraw any candidate. Interns must adhere to the guidance of their mentors and are expected to maintain disciplined, respectful behavior and follow the proper Indian dress code.
• Once selected, the interns are expected to participate in online orientation/training sessions and all the online classes ( will be conducted in holidays) without exception. Our flexible scheduling approach ensures classes are tailored to meet individual candidate needs.
• Interns will be assigned both mandatory and optional activities, all of which must be completed.  Mandatory activities include:

A) Engaging in the video, audio and photo documentation of the desired performing art form (strictly adhering to the theme) by conducting fieldwork.

B) Submitting 3-4 general articles as a report following the fieldwork.

C) preparing a Course material (In line with the mentorship).

D) Designing posters.

• Apart from these above duties, students can choose any Creative activities from the options provided. Students have the option to write a research paper too.
• Travel may be required based on the subject or area of documentation chosen. Please note that group travel will not be arranged; candidates are expected to manage their own travel independently.
• Medium of teaching :Kannada OR English (both are available)
• Languages preferred for contribution: Kannada, English, Hindi and Sanskrit
• A deposit fee will be collected at the time of selection/admission, which will be refunded upon successful completion of the internship.

Honour

• Selected write-ups, creative works, and documentation will be given the opportunity for publication and presentation. Additionally, they will be submitted to the IKS Division, Ministry of Education, New Delhi, for consideration in future publications.
• The certificate and stipend will be awarded upon successful completion, subject to the discretion of the mentors.
• Further opportunities and extensions in the candidates’ chosen fields will be granted based on merit and goodwill.

Last date to apply: 30 June 2025

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