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Kathak Workshops 2012
31.August - 16. September
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programme is carefully planned, the content and intensity geared to
your level. We will be working on technique, abhinaya (expression) and
tala/laya (rhythm) and looking at the history and musical foundations
of dance. The goal of each course is to develop technique and to learn
a choreographed item.
The classes are accompanied on tabla and vocals. You are also invited
to join the corresponding regular classes offered at the academy of
kathak dance during the workshop period free of charge.
We also have special offers for early bookers and those who wish to
register for more than one workshop. Like last year we are offering
full time courses for beginners as well as intermediate/advanced
dancers (intensive workshops).
intensive workshops (full time)
Totalling 25 hours the compact courses provide five hours of training daily, concentrating on Kathak technique, expression and gestures, as well as lessons in tabla and hindustani vocal. For compact course 1 (K1) no previous experience or knowlegde is necessary, compact course 2 (K2) is geared towards dancers of intermediate and advanced level.
| K1 – compact course for beginners | ||
| No previous experience or knowlegde of Kathak necessary. | ||
| 03. – 07. September | Mon – Fri | 09:30h – 14:30h |
| K2 – compact course for intermediate/advanced dancers | ||
| 10. – 14. September | Mon – Fri | 09:30h – 14:30h |
workshops (weekend)
| W1 – beginners I | ||
| This class is for beginners without prior knowledge of Kathak and gives an introduction into the dance form. It takes place on a weekend and comprises Kathak technique, gestures and facial expressions as well as dance and music theorie. | ||
| 01. – 02. September | Sat | 10:30h – 13:30h |
| Sun | 10:30h – 13:30h | |
| W2 – beginners II | ||
| This level is meant for beginners with a basic knowledge of Kathak dance. You should have dance experience of at least four month but the class is also suitable for those who are out of practice. The emphasis will be on dance technique, gestures and facial expressions in Kathak dance (abhinaya) but we will familiarize ourselves with dance and music theory as well. | ||
| 07. – 09. September | Fri | 18:30h – 20:30h |
| Sat | 10:00h – 13:00h | |
| Sun | 10:00h – 13:00h | |
| W3 – intermediate | ||
| This class is suitable for those who have been learning the style for a minimum of three years. It focuses on improving and enhancing technique in abhinaya and developing performative skills. Participants will be expected to practice the material taught in their free time. | ||
| 31.
August
– 02. September |
Fri | 18:30h – 20:30h |
| Sat | 14:30h – 18:30h | |
| Sun | 14:30h – 18:30h | |
| W4 – advanced/professional dancers | ||
| The workshop is meant for professional kathak dancers or those who have been learning dance for a minimum of seven years. The class offers training and challenging material in nritta and abhinaya with a focus on performance qualities. | ||
| 14. – 16. September | Fri | 18:30h – 20:30h |
| Sat | 11:00h – 16:00h | |
| Sun | 11:00h – 16:00h | |
Tutors: Ioanna Srinivasan, Ravi Srinivasan
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