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Kathak is the other popular classical Indian dance in Britain. Kathak developed in north India with Jaipur in Rajasthan and Luckhnow and Benares in Uttar Pradesh as important centres.
Its main difference with all other styles is the upright stance with parallel or slightly turned out feet. From this position the dancer is able to exercise great control over the footwork. The stamping of intricate rhythmic patterns is matched by the extreme subtlety of neck, head and wrist. Improvisation is an important element of a Kathak performance. |
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