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Kathak and its connection to literature, poetry, and storytelling, and how it brings the stories to life through dance. Kathak, a classical Indian dance form originating in northern India, has a strong relationship with literature, poetry, and storytelling. Historically, the performances were carried out by “Kathakars”, courtesan dancers who used dance as a means to …

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How To Keep Fit With Kathak? Kathak is a traditional Indian dance form that features complex footwork and rapid turns. It is a great way to stay fit, both physically and mentally. Here are a few tips on how to keep fit with Kathak: Regular Practice: Regular practice is essential for fitness, and the same …

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“Exploring the Pros and Cons of Online Kathak Classes” Online classes of Kathak can be a blessing in disguise for some students. It provides them with a convenient and flexible way to learn the dance form and can make it possible for them to access Kathak classes that may not be available in their local …

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Podcasts are audio programs that can be streamed or downloaded from the internet and cover a variety of subjects. There are many podcasts dedicated to the discussion of Kathak dance, which may include interviews with Kathak dancers, choreographers, and teachers, as well as information on the history, technique, and performance of the dance form. These …

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The traditional Indian classical dance form of Kathak has undergone a process of evolution and adaptation to contemporary styles over time. This has resulted in the emergence of a new genre of dance, referred to as contemporary Kathak, which is characterized by the fusion of Kathak with contemporary styles. Contemporary Kathak is a blend of …

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Learning Kathak is a long-term process that requires dedication, practice, and patience. The amount of time it takes to learn Kathak will vary depending on a number of factors such as your natural aptitude for dance, the amount of time you are able to dedicate to practice, and the quality of instruction you receive. Typically, …

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How Beats And Taals Weave Magic In This Indian Dance Form” Beats play an important role in Indian classical music as they provide the foundation for the rhythm and structure of the music. In Indian classical music, beats are typically divided into cycles called taals, which are used to organize the music in time. Each …

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Indian classical dances and music are an integral part of India’s rich cultural heritage. These traditional art forms have been passed down from generation to generation and have been an essential aspect of Indian society for centuries. The importance of preserving these cultural traditions cannot be overstated, as they help to promote national unity and …

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The expectations of people prior to joining Kathak is that Kathak is all about Shiva Tandav but the question is, is it really connected only with Lord Shiva Tandav or it has more to it? Let’s dig into kathak expectations v/s reality. According to Indian Mythology, Dance has been originated by Lord Shiva and he …

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Training in any genre is necessary to learn a specific style, but one needs to make a good foundation. For a strong foundation theory is equally important as Practical in Indian Classical Dances like Kathak. Kathak is totally dependent upon Laya & Taal i.e. rhythm and for this, one also needs to understand the theoretical …

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This is the first Shloka of Natya Shastra taught to Indian Classical Dancers that means – “Yato hasta stato drishti”…”Where the hand gestures are, the eyes follow” “Yato drishti stato manaha”…”Where the eyes go, the mind follows” “Yato manaha stato bhava”…”Where the mind is, there is the feeling evolves” “Yato bhava stato rasa”…”Where the feeling …

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Natya Veda is the fifth Veda (NatyaShastra), created by Lord Brahma to help the masses to overcome the sufferings. There is an interesting story about the creation of Natya Veda written in Natya Shastra. After the golden age (Satyug), the entire world was leading to astray and there was no other way to control the …

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Abhinaya Darpan & Natyashastra are the two oldest Performing Art texts or treatises on dance, music, and theatre of Indian History. The Natyashastra explains all the aspects of theater and dance whereas the Abhinaya Darpana concentrates on Abhinaya (acting) and expressions (Ras and Bhava) Abhinaya Darpan- Nandikeshwar wrote in 5 Century. Although the final penning …

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