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July 2018
Pradhanica Dance and Music Company presents compositions which explore the sonic and narrative possibilities of rhythm through dance and music. Dizzying spins, fast-paced footwork, immersive emotions, and dynamic drumming come together in this contemporary presentation of the Indian classical dance form of Kathak.
Find out moreThe history and culture of India come to life in this fun and interactive presentation of the Indian dance kathak. With live musicians and exciting visuals, dancer/storyteller, or kathakaar, Jin Won explores the multicultural history of India and kathak. This multi-dimensional performance will engage audiences of all ages while sharing the beauty that emerges from…
Find out moreAugust 2018
Every year, we celebrate the tradition of passing the art of tabla from generation to generation with an event called Guru Purnima. This is a special day in the lunar calendar where we give thanks for the lineage that has inspired us all. Taalim will be holding an evening event with pooja (prayer for gratefulness),…
Find out moreSeptember 2018
This fall, 100 tabla players - professionals, teachers, and students of all ages - will participate in this epic celebration of rhythm at the picturesque Treman Park waterfall. Students of Taalim can ask their teacher for more details on participating. It's a free event and open to the public as well.
Find out moreJanuary 2019
After a long time, Talavya is finally returning to the United States to perform their beloved tabla ensemble performance "Tabla Ecstasy". Come to see this exciting and original presentation of tabla compositions by Pandit Divyang Vakil in Flushing, Queens. Performed by Rushi Vakil, Kaumil Shah, and Mike Lukshis.
Find out moreFebruary 2019
After a long time, Talavya is finally returning to the United States to perform their beloved tabla ensemble performance "Tabla Ecstasy". Come to see this exciting and original presentation of tabla compositions by Pandit Divyang Vakil in Highland Park, NJ. Performed by Rushi Vakil, Kaumil Shah, and Mike Lukshis.
Find out moreMarch 2020
Second show of the monthly series program featuring Jay Gandhi, Astha Shukla and Neil Khare. The show will be featuring Jay Gandhi on Bansuri and Mike Lukshis as the tabla accompaniment. Astha Shukla will be our second artist of the night who is a Hindustani vocalist with Amod Dandawate as tabla accompaniment and Suresh Benegal…
Find out moreBorn in South Korea, celebrated performer Jin Won spent 15 years living in India training in classical Kathak dance and tabla percussion. Kathak is a revered, centuries-old tradition in which the dancer ties dozens of bells to each ankle, which ring out as they move. Jin has been praised by the New York Times as…
Find out moreApril 2020
The first of its kind, the New York Kathak Festival is dedicated to bringing the Kathak community together to learn, share, and connect through a 3-day event with concerts, workshops, and discussions. The New York Kathak Festival is a newly formed organization that presents and promotes dancers, scholars, and practitioners of Kathak, a classical dance…
Find out moreThis Indian rhythm intensive focused on Kathak will cover Fundamentals of Indian Rhythm, Types of Kathak Compositions, Tihais, and more. For intermediate students (minimum of 5 years training), advanced students, and professional dancers. Registration is necessary. Click the link shared under 'Website' tab to fill the form.
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