The Uniqueness of Sanskrit Dramas

Abstract : The Sanskrit dramas lure the rudiments of poetry and musical recitation, poetic imagination, emotions, etc. from the epics. Such elements of the dramaturgy have caused the creation of the Sanskrit drama. The theoreticians have articulated that drama is a composition that can evoke intellectual pleasure and is suitable for representation on the stage. The oldest work on dramaturgy, available at present, is the Nātyaśāstra of Bharata. The Sanskrit plays are lyrical and they are predominantly poetic. The poetic passion is more predominant than dramatic action. The incorporation of multiple languages, the dominance of poetic elements over dramatic action, and the inclusion of musical and dance components in subsidiary varieties showcase the multifaceted nature of Sanskrit dramas.