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Abhivyakti : Finding ways to express ourselves through Kathak Dance

“Everyone wants happiness, but the true way to reach perfect happiness is to bring happiness to others.” - Patrul Rinpoche​

 

About the workshop :

The primary objective of the 7 day long intensive workshop is to collectively create conditions for each one of us to be able to express our hearts and acknowledge the feelings and emotions that may arise in the process.

 

This time, we will delve into the profound Aspiration Prayer of Buddha and the sacred Shakyamuni Mantra, weaving their essence into the graceful and expressive language of Kathak. The participants shall also be introduced to the basics as well as the technical aspects of the dance form such as the footwork, hand movements, mudras, spins and abhinaya — learning about all these intricacies of the dance form shall help us stay grounded and cultivate awareness at each step, allowing the practice to become a meditative journey.

 

To bring this theme to life, we will co-create a choreography that weaves the Buddha's aspirations into our dance. This shall give us an opportunity to immerse ourselves deeply in the profound words of the Buddha’s great aspirations, drawing inspiration from it, reflecting on his boundless compassion, and exploring ways to integrate and practice these qualities in our lives through movement.

 

The prayer has been translated into Hindi and is available as BodhiBhajan, a project by Sidhartha’s Intent).  Please note that the workshop is not about giving any teachings or commentary on the prayer. 

 

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Kathak Immersion offers an in-depth exploration of Kathak Dance. It is designed for people of all ages and skill levels, from those taking their first steps in dance to those looking to enhance their expertise. The intention behind this program is to provide a genuine understanding of Kathak, allowing participants to truly experience its essence. Rooted in the esteemed Jaipur Gharana tradition, this workshop offers hands-on learning and exploration of the intricate aspects of Kathak Dance.

Logistics Involved : 

  • December 17 - 23, 2024 ​ |  Online on Zoom 

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  • Two batches : 8am - 9.15am & 7pm - 8.15pm 

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  • Last Date for Registration : December 15, 2024​

 

  • Minimum age to join the workshop is 12+yrs. There's NO upper limit.

 

  • The suggested contribution for this workshop is on sliding scale between INR 4000 - INR 6000.  We propose a sliding scale of financial contribution that can accommodate varied paying capacities of participants coming from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. The participants are encouraged to contribute as per their heart and financial situation. The ones who are capable of contributing on higher side are encouraged to do so, as we also wish to accommodate a few individuals who are not in a position to contribute financially.

…and when you get the choice to sit it out or dance, I hope you Dance! :)
‘Kathak Immersion’ is a 10 day long workshop for beginners and intermediates to learn and practice the Kathak Dance.  It gives people an exposure to learn, explore and experience ‘Kathak’, in its pure form. It, in the form of various Workshops and regular sessions, help to plant a seed of Indian Dances in upcoming generation and in dance enthusiasts, also creating exposure among them to expand their horizons. These sessions are an amalgamation of Meditation and Dance and focused on Practical & Theoretical aspects of Kathak Dance. This time the theme for the workshop will be : 'The Life Journey of Gautam Buddha'
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