History of Kathak Flashcards
1
Q
Kathak originated from
A
Storytelling
2
Q
When did Kathak originate
A
2000 BC
3
Q
Kathakaars were
A
Storytellers travellings from village to village telling stories from sacred literature and folk tales.
4
Q
First major change
A
Prem bhakti:
- Came with Vaishnavism
- 13-16th AD
- Radha krishna stories were popular
5
Q
Second major change
A
Mughal era:
- More technical focus: chakkars, rhythm and footwork
- With women, ada and nazakat became important
- Lehenga choli replaced with pishwaz/anarkhali and chudidaar
6
Q
Today
A
Concert hall art form
