I had the privilege to learn Kathak in its purest traditional form from legendary Pt.
Rohini Bhate, who herself is the disciple of stalwarts like Pt. Lacchu Maharaj and Pt.
Mohanrao Kalyanpurkar. This rich heritage of Kathak and long association with my
Guru under Guru-Shishya Parampara, helped me to develop deep understanding and
practical implementation of traditional expressions, rhythm, music as well as literature
in Kathk.
Kathak is a very wholesome art and has the ability to enchant audience despite of the
changing times. I have experienced a deep satisfaction in presenting and conveying the
nuances and aesthetics of Kathak in its purest form to the audience both in India and
overseas.
To preserve this heritage and develop the art further while maintaining the traditional
roots is possible only when the art is passed on from Guru (Teacher) to Shishya
(Disciple). At the same time, for art to survive and prosper, I feel that it has to be
performed in its traditional form globally. It must interact with other such art forms
froms various geographies and must be learnt by many students worldwide.
Nrityadham is my humble effort to provide a platform for students from all over to
learn Kathak in its purest form and take this art forward. In its efforts, Nrityadham
organizes solo concerts, traditional and theme based choreographies and lecture
demonstrations, workshops in different art forms.
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