Question

How many aspects of Kathak dance performance are there? Write the names.

Hint:

4 aspects: Vandana, Nritta, Nritya, Natya — foundation of Kathak.

Answer 1

A Kathak performance is generally structured into four main aspects: Vandana, Nritta, Nritya, and Natya.
- Vandana: Invocation or prayer at the beginning.
- Nritta: Pure dance — footwork, spins, technical parts.
- Nritya: Expressive dance with Abhinaya (expression).
- Natya: Dramatic storytelling with enactment and mime.
These aspects combine to create a complete Kathak recital blending rhythm, expression, and narrative.