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A classical dance from North India, Kathak is characterized by rhythmic footwork and spectacular spins. Under the choreographic direction of Padma Vibhushan P. Birju Maharaj, the living legend of Kathak, 1700 dancers present sounds of nature with the resounding beats of the Tabla and Pakhawaj. This stellar performance concludes with shimmering tinkle of thousands of ankle bells! #WorldCultureFestival | The Art of Living

5.4K views · 48 reactions | Kathak, a classical dance form from the Northern part of India, is characterised by rhythmically sophisticated footwork (tatkar), quick turns (chakkar), hand gestures (hasta-mudra) and storytelling.  Aesthetic Dance Studio  Nawaraj Parajuli | The Kathmandu Post | Facebook

Kathak is one of the eight major forms of Indian classical dance. It is the classical dance form of Uttar Pradesh. Kathak dancers communicate stories through rhythmic foot movements, hand gestures and facial expression. Be enthralled by the footwork and spins of Kathak at the Indian Heritage Centre this Saturday, 26 November at 2pm! Sign up today at https://getmovingchakkar.peatix.com/view | Indian Heritage Centre