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A melting pot of Kathak
Insider accounts from the Kathak festival that dazzled Delhi from March 21 to 26, the marathon run featuring 50 scholars, ...
Each ‘style’ (as in ‘Bharatanatyam’ and ‘Kathak’ featured in BBC Young Dancer) has its demanding, characteristic physical vocabulary and repertoire to express this. But all share a ...
The percussionist’s bols must simulate the dancer’s footwork, keeping in mind the aesthetic appeal created by gesture and ...
The Montreal Natyanjali dance festival celebrated its 10-year anniversary on March 29 at Ahuntsic College, captivating ...
The actress mentioned that his act is a celebration of the rich cinematic heritage of the country, symbolizing support for ...
In the film below, choreographer, director and performer Akram Khan explains what classical Kathak dance means to him. Khan was trained in the classical Indian dance of Kathak from childhood.
Tabla accompaniment to Kathak dance is very distinct from the kind that is heard in a vocal or instrumental performance. The nritta or pure dance element in Kathak is almost completely based on ...