Bodymind Connection: The Influence of Yoga and Kalarippayattu on Contemporary Actor Training

Yoga and Kalarippayattu are two renowned ancient Indian psychophysical disciplines, which serve as pillars for achieving a profound sense of unity within the body and the mind. These practices are widely acknowledged for their role in cultivating the inner energy of individuals. The significance of these disciplines in pre-performative training has garnered attention from numerous theatre practitioners, with Phillip Zarrilli emerging as a notable figure in recent discourse. Zarrilli has contributed substantially to the development of his unique interpretations and insights into psychophysical acting training.