The Light of Dance Academy (Kathak Academy) (Folsom and Mather)
Kathak is one of the eight (8) major forms of Indian classical dances. The term Kathak is derived from the Vedic Sanskrit word 'Katha' which means 'Story', and 'Kathakar' which means 'The Story-Teller'. A Kathakar or Kathak Nrityakar or Kathak-Dancer tells various stories through a combination of manifold techniques of Nritt, Nritya, and Natya. A group of Kathak Dancers telling a story through Nritt (Footwork), Nritya (Dance), and Natya (Acting/Expressions) becomes a Classical Ballet.
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I have always wanted to learn one of the classical dance forms of India and I can say that I’m in the right hands.
Shalini has shown tremendous patience & I look forward to the class every week as something new is taught , which helps breaking the monotony .
Excellent music, stage lighting, stage decorations, photo spot and lobby decorations, they thought about everything and executed extremely professionally and in well organized manner.
In addition to her formal education in classical Kathak;, her experiences are the result of many years of involvement in the theory and practicals academically, major dance companies, competitions, and choreographic collaboration with world-famous artists.
Very knowledgeable teacher plesent experience!!
She is very knowledgeable and very dedicated to her students.
Students admire her passion and sincerity in passing on the Kathak dance & knowledge to the future generations.
For me, it is not just about reconnecting with the Indian culture, it is also about getting my body moving and lets not forget the fun element - like minded people getting together and doing what they love.
I had been looking for a Classical Indian teacher for a while and I am so thrilled to have Shalini as a dance teacher.
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