Chapter 9 of Class 5 Arts Bansuri (concluding the Theatre section), View and Review, introduces students to the art of watching live performances thoughtfully, tours India’s vibrant regional folk theatre forms with the jester character Vidushaka, and teaches how to write a constructive play review.
What Class 5 Art Chapter 9 Covers
Folk Theatre Traditions Across India (Activity 9.1 — Map the Drama) — Explores regional theatre forms across East, West, North, South, and Central India — including Jatra (West Bengal, Odisha, Assam), Ankia Naat (Assam), Ramlila & Nautanki (North India), Bhavai (Gujarat), Tamasha (Maharashtra), Yakshagana (Karnataka), Therukoothu (Tamil Nadu), and Koodiyattam (Kerala).
Vacation with Vidushaka! — Meets the witty clown/narrator character (Vidushaka / Sutradhara) who bridges the actors and audience with humour, wisdom, and social commentary.
Critics’ Corner — How to Review a Play (Activity 9.2) — Trains students to observe and evaluate a performance across story/script, acting and expressions, costumes and make-up, props and set design, music/lighting, and overall impact.
Comparing Live Theatre with Cinema/Screen Shows — Discusses how live theatre creates an immediate two-way connection between performers and audience that differs from recorded films.
Exercises in Chapter 9
- Activity 9.1 — Map the Drama: Locate major Indian folk theatre forms on the map of India and note their costumes, music, and storytelling styles.
- Activity 9.2 — Critics’ Corner Play Review: Watch a live play or folk performance and complete the structured review sheet covering plot, favourite character, technical elements, and constructive feedback.
Read Class 5 Art Chapter 9 Online
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- Previous: Chapter 8: Time, Team, Technique
- Next: Chapter 10: Sing and Play
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FAQ
What are some famous folk theatre forms of India introduced in Chapter 9?
Chapter 9 highlights Jatra (West Bengal/Odisha/Assam), Ankia Naat (Assam), Bhavai (Gujarat), Tamasha (Maharashtra), Yakshagana (Karnataka), Therukoothu (Tamil Nadu), Ramlila, and Koodiyattam.
What does a theatre critic look for in Activity 9.2 ‘Critics’ Corner’?
A theatre reviewer observes the storyline, acting and voice delivery, costumes and make-up, set and props, music, and how effectively the play engaged the audience.