Kathak is characterized by intricate footwork and distinct facial expressions, accompanied by tabla (drum), singers, and other instruments. "Katha", meaning "story," is performed either solo or in a group, and is presented either as classical dance or as dance drama, which depicts episodes from Indian epics.
August - October 2011: Guru Urmila's 2 month summer residency begins!!!! Lesson sign up is starting now and all are welcome to participate. A PRMT meeting about scheduling, lessons and the Student Concert will be announced shortly. Come dance with us!
Now on YouTube: A video of our 2009 Student Concert is now available for viewing on youtube.com. Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sH3gSKgS98
Professional photos from our 2009 Student Concert can be viewed in low-resolution at:
http://www.saayeh.com/Events/Dances-of-Monsoon/
Password: LeelaKathak
The same photos can be ordered and purchased from Shutterfly at:
http://www.shutterfly.com/pro/SAAYEH/MonsoonDances
