Step into the rhythmical world of Kathak, one of the eight major forms of Indian classical dance. This workshop will guide you through the intricate footwork, swift spins, and expressive storytelling that Kathak is renowned for.

You’ll learn a choreographed routine, understand the historical and cultural context of Kathak, and the art of expressing stories through dance. This workshop is open to all, offering an enriching experience into the world of Kathak.

Get ready to move and groove to the irresistible beats of Bhangra! This workshop will immerse you in the vibrant world of Bhangra, a traditional folk dance from Punjab, India. You’ll dive straight into learning a choreographed routine, complete with the lively rhythms and expressive movements that make Bhangra so captivating.

You’ll gain insights into the cultural heritage of Bhangra, understanding its origins in the farming communities of Punjab and its evolution into a globally recognized dance form.

Immerse yourself in the world of Kathakali, a dance form derived from folk traditions and ancestral ritual performances such as Kutiyattam, and the oldest martial art in the world, Kalaripayat. This workshop is designed for both professional and amateur actors and dancers.

Kathakali is a unique way to approach and explore the body, gesture, feelings, and their interaction. It enriches the gestural vocabulary, inspires creative practice, works on energy dynamics, and develops concentration and presence.


In this workshop, you will learn:

* Body Placement: Focus on opening of the pelvis and balance.

* Steps and Rhythms: Awaken physical energy, develop ground anchoring, and awareness of space through stamped feet, steps, and rhythms.

* Movements: Learn opening, closing, waves, and rotations.

* Energy in Movement: Experience the masculine Tandava (powerful and energetic) and feminine Lasya (supple and light).

* Eye Work: Develop the mobility of the eyes and the expressive power of the glance through repetition of circular, horizontal, vertical, and transversal movements in slow and fast speed.

* Facial Work: Learn independent movements of each facial feature (eyebrows, cheekbones, commissures of the lips, etc.).

* Facial Expression: Express the 9 fundamental feelings: Love, Sadness, Anger, Fear, Contempt, Disgust, Bravery, Wonder, Serenity.

* Gestures: Understand the language of the hands and its vocabulary (representation, feelings elements, verbs, objects, actions, animals, etc.).

* Coordination: Master the association of steps, movements, gestures, and expression.

Embark on a journey of rhythm and movement in this Indian Tribal Fusion Bellydance workshop. This dance form is a beautiful blend of traditional Indian dance elements with the fluidity and grace of belly dance, creating a unique style that is both captivating and expressive.

In this workshop, you will:

* Learn the Basics: Understand the fundamental movements of tribal fusion bellydance, from intricate isolations to powerful shimmies.

* Explore Indian Elements: Discover how traditional Indian dance elements can be woven into the tribal fusion bellydance framework.

* Experience Choreography: Learn a choreographed routine that beautifully melds the two dance styles together.

* Understand Musicality: Gain a deeper understanding of the music that inspires tribal fusion bellydance, and how to interpret it through movement.

This workshop is open to dancers of all levels, offering a supportive and inclusive environment to explore this exciting dance fusion.

In this Semi-Classical dance workshop, you’ll experience a unique blend of Kathak, a classical Indian dance form, and the energetic and expressive movements of Bollywood. You’ll learn the basics of hand movements and footwork from Kathak, immersing yourself in the grace and precision of this traditional dance form. The workshop will culminate in a choreographed routine that showcases this unique fusion, offering you a chance to express yourself through dance.