We have everything you need to know about the Kathak Dance, from its history and costumes to the most famous dancers you should watch! Learn about the origin, history, elements, and gharanas of Kathak , a classical Indian dance form that tells stories through rhythmic footwork, facial expressions, and graceful movements. Explore the costumes, instruments, and famous dancers of Kathak and how it evolved from the Bhakti movement to the Mughal era. Kathak is commonly regarded as one of the seven classical dances of India and is the only one from North India. Kathak has been enriched greatly by the contributions of musicians, dancers, professional women artists and court and landlord patronage. Big and small courts at Lucknow, Benaras, Rampur, Murshidabad, Jaipur and Raigarh, emerged as major patronage sites. This long standing historical association with courts reflects very strongly in the form’s aesthetics and tehzeeb (a word that ... Dive into the world of Kathak chakkars! Uncover various types and master the intricate technique of these captivating spins in classical dance.
