Indian Classical Dance • Kathak Beginner's Workshop

Name: Indian Classical Dance • Kathak Beginner's Workshop
Start: 2025-04-26T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-04-27T13:00:00+02:00
Location: Indische Tanzschule Academy of Kathak Dance

Schedule

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sun, 27 Apr, 2025 at 01:00 pm

UTC+02:00

Location

Indische Tanzschule Academy of Kathak Dance | Berlin, BE

Come join us for a fun Indian Classical Dance Beginner's Workshop where you'll learn the basics of this beautiful art form!
About this Event

Welcome to the Indian Classical Dance Beginner's Workshop!

Join us for an immersive experience in the art of Indian classical Kathak dance. Led by experienced instructors, you'll learn basic techniques, rhythmic foot percussion, hand gestures, and expressions that are essential to Indian classical dance forms.

The session is live accompanied on tabla and perfect for those looking to dip their toes into the world of classical dance or for anyone wanting to strengthen their foundational skills. No prior experience is required, just come with an open mind and a readiness to learn.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore the elegance and grace of Kathak!

If you would like to delve even deeper into the world of Indian dance, join our regular classes or our intensive course W2, taking place the following week: basics2.kathakdance.de

When:

Saturday, 26.04. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (Part 1)
Sunday, 27.04. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (Part 2)

Language: English/German

WHAT AWAITS YOU

Kathak hand movements and gestures
Posture and body movement
Foot percussion: you will learn about rhythmic foot compositions and the different sounds you can produce with your feet. If you have your own foot bells (ghungroo), you are welcome to bring them along.
Dance sequences that you can practise independently after the weekend.
Personal and detailed feedback and help to improve and learn your dance skills
The rhythmic dance language of Kathak: you will receive a detailed explanation of the acoustic syllables (Padhant) and we will speak them together. Handout included
Introduction to the notation of Teental. This will help you to better understand the structure of your dance compositions. Handout included
A brief introduction into the history of Kathak Dance
and lots of dancing, learning and practising together

PRICES

Part 1 (26.04.) :60,00 €

Part 1 & Part 2 (26.-27.04.):105,00 €

REGISTRATION REQUESTED (Prior to Saturday morning)

Email: [email protected]

Subject: REGISTRATION INDIAN CLASSICAL DANCE (W1)