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Semi-Classical Kathak Workshop by Nadanam by Sharanya - “Devotional Sufi”
In-person
Dance Performance Physical activity & movementDate and time
Location
Dufferin Clark Community Centre Activity Room #3/4
1441 Clark Avenue West
Vaughan, ON
Access
Free, and accepts optional pay-what-you-may donations for admission.
Offered in English.
About
A semi-classical Kathak workshop, where participants can learn a short sequence/choreography. Ample time will be provided to learn the nuances and practice together. Open for all ages (above 8 years recommended), all dance enthusiasts are welcome to join and celebrate dance.
Theme: “Devotional Sufi”
A choreography inspired by the poetry of Rumi as an ode to the devotional Sufi tradition of seeking the Creator through the arts and coming close to a spiritual union with the Divine.
Organizer
Nadanam by Sharanya
Sharanya KC is a classically trained dancer and choreographer from Chennai, India who has been dancing from the age of 7. She has 14 years of Indian classical dance training including 7 years of Bharatanatyam training from Bharata Kalanjali (the tutelage of Padma Bhushan dance power couple, VP Dhananjayan and Shanta Dhananjayan.) and 7 years of Kathak training under Guru Smt.Jigyasa Giri, Founder and Creative Director of Devaniya, Dakshin Gharana of Kathak. After relocating Canada in 2016 she has performed in numerous festivals, cultural events and religious ceremonies in Vancouver and Toronto. Her most recent performances include festivals like ROOTS by SAASC, Barrie, World Fest 2025 and TD Festival of South Asia by Gerrard Street Bazaar. She shares her passion for dance through her Instagram dance page, Nadanam by Sharanya
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