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Kathak workshop

Level: Beginners

Be introduced to some of the key techniques involved in kathak.

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Footwork

5 minutes

Learn about one of the most important elements of kathak – the footwork.

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Two dancers in a Kathak workshop
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Hands

6 minutes

Practise Hastaks – the hand movements used in kathak dance.

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Spins

7 minutes

Be guided through a key aspect of kathak dance – spinning.

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Kathak Sequence

7 minutes

Try some simple choreography and experience moving in time to the music.

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Kathak is a form of Indian classical dance rooted in ancient tradition. Originating in the courts of India, its lyrical and poetic movement was often used for storytelling.

Our workshop leader Anuradha from Drishti Dance shares some of the key techniques involved in kathak dance including the footwork, hand movements and spins, plus you can try out a short sequence of choreography. She is joined by Stephen, from our Company of Elders, to help demonstrate the moves.