Kathak
Khalil Alashar, first Arab man to master kathak dance form
Bahrain student captivated by sizzling rhythms and spins, was hooked by street performance as student in America
Temples & dance history: The who, what, when and where of Kathak
In temples that the authors visited, they saw performers who were able to interact and improvise with the devotees to expound the stories
Kumudini Lakhia, dancer who gave the body of Kathak a new mind
“Upaj” saw three fine dancers performing to Atul’s music in Jaijaiwanti, with added magic created through Gyandev Singh’s lighting.
Names like nachnewali, tawaif... unfair to the artist
Most of these singers were trained in classical music by well-known doyens of Hindustani classical music.
Dancing back in time
A dance fest that pays homage to Indian and Persian cultures through Kathak.
Dancing for a cause
A performance piece uses Kathak and theatre to highlight the impact of harmful chemicals used in textile production.
Dancing Waters: Speaking of water conservation with Kathak and drums
The best part of the composition was the blend of drums and instruments like the violin, tabla, guitar and sitar with Kathak.
Faqeer Nimaana: Shah Hussain’s poems presented as music & dance by a quartet
There is always a buzz when it is announced that Beej and Sanjukta Wagh will be presenting a new work.
Watch: Jacqueline Fernandez's Kathak dance will leave you surprised
The Bollywood diva who is known to have mastered a number of western dance forms has recently put her foot in Kathak.
From street to Olympics
With breakdancing on the brink of being a part of the Summer Olympics, breakers and other dancers have good reason to cheer.