Kathak dancing


Interpretation of story 'dancing on the streets' using Mudras. 





The context of Kathak 

Where did kathak originate from? 
Kathak originated from the North of India. 
What is the name of the original storytellers?
The original storytellers were called Kathakas.
Where was kathak originally performed?
Kathak was originally performed at the court. 


Features of Kathak dance.

Mudras- these are the hand gestures used for storytelling. 
See the source image

Bols- Ta ka de mi. These are 1,2,3 and 4. 
Gungurus- These are the bells that the dancers have around their ankles. 








Tatkar- Takar is the feet movements which make the stomping.




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