Pandit Chitresh Das and the Art of Kathak

October 30, 2011 12:17 PM

Pandit Chitresh Das is a renowned performer of Kathak, one of the classical dances of India. His company's YouTube channel features some striking examples of his work and that of his students: 1 2 3. (Uploads from other users include 1 2 3.) In recent years, he has collaborated with tap dancers like Jason Samuels Smith and Chloe Arnold on India Jazz Suites and India Jazz Progressions.
posted by thomas j wise (2 comments total)

My sister will love this. She trained specifically in this dance form for a few years, but sadly had to give it up for educational purposes. It requires a lot of dedication and hard work. Thanks for posting.
posted by Fizz at 12:25 PM on October 30, 2011

What makes him so engaging is how he can stay so specific and precise and detailed while still radiating pure, infectious joy.
posted by mephisjo at 4:56 PM on October 30, 2011