Author: Kalaa Kendra

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Mar

Artist Biographies

Sitara Devi Sitara Devi was born in Calcutta (modern-day Kolkata). Her father was Sukhdev Maharaj,…

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Mar

Different Styles of Kathak

Characteristics of the Jaipur Gharana. The Jaipur Gharana prospered in Rajasthan.The beat is considered to be…

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Mar

Basic Theory

BASIC THEORY Laya (Pace): The pace of a taal (music rhythm) is referred to as laya….

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Mar

Neck, Eyebrow Movements and Distinction of Vision

Neck Movements Abhinaya Darpan (Thespian Philosophy) defines four types of Greeva Sanchalan (neck movement): Sundari Greeva:…

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Mar

Dancers

Shri Narayan Prasad ji        Shri Narayan Prasad ji was the youngest brother. He was the…

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Feb

February 2020

“Everything in the universe has rhythm. Everything dances.” – Maya Angelou Kalaa Kendra Newsletter February 2020…

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Nov

Kathak Mudras

Kathak Mudras         Names of the five digits: kanishthika(pinky) anamika(ring finger) madhyama(middle finger) tarjani(pointer finger) angootha(thumb) Kapithh:…

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Aug

Back to School/August 2019 Newsletter

Back to School/August 2019 Newsletter Welcome Back! Welcome new and returning students to a fun and…

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Jun

Ananya’s Senior Project

Ananya’s Senior Project KATHAK: FACTORS THAT LEAD TO DANCING IN THODAS ON-SITE MENTORS: Radhika Kotwal, Owner &…

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May

April 2019

Kalaa Kendra Newsletter April 2019 ANNOUNCEMENTS: It’s Exam Time!! Hooray! You’ve almost made it through the…