2. Rediscover Him in you! June 19 th, Sunday 07:30 - 9:00 PM NCPA, Nariman Point, Mumbai Kala Saadhna Presents, Kathak for HIM

3. Who is ‘HE’ ? Realize The power of this charmer, lover, destroyer, healer, yogi and mystic – the Natraj, the HIM in you. SHIVA – The center of all energy When the energy of Shiva finds an artistic expression – manifestation of that energy was realized and emerged as dance.

4. Our society still practices gender based inequalities socially and behaviorally. In fight to prove superiority of one gender over other, we have forgotten to enjoy the gender inequalities. Yes,the make of man is different than a women and vice versa. However does that mean either should be considered strong or weak? This Workshop is an attempt to highlight and celebrate the gender inequalities in terms of strength, weakness, emotions, areas of power and delicacy through Kathak. We appreciate equality,so lets also appreciate and celebrate, not shy away from these inequalities - the way nature has made us” Kathak for HIM

5. Kathak for HIM is a 90 minute work shop which is The masculine version of Kathak, thoughtfully conceptualized by Kathak Guru Smt. Aparna Mishra. Aparna out of her years of teaching experience and research work, has designed a defined version of Kathak for male – considering Bol, Foot work, Bhaav (expression), gestures, body language - to be more masculine in nature. – so that they could engage with comfort level Kathak for HIM

6. As a part of this program we will cover the following activities. These activities have their own unique effect in our lives. It helps to shape oneself personally, socially, professionally, spiritually, emotionally and in all other measures and expressions of our existence! Tapping Pressure point De- Stress you Rigorous systematic practice work out physical health Padhant (counting with claps and fingures) understanding mathematics and physics brain storm and energies your mind Kathak for HIM

7. Vedas and shlokas Exposure to value system Learning and spiritual balance Expression A powerful tool of communication Balances emotion Entire process Hormones released Feeling of contentment Kathak for HIM

8. Body movement Personality development Social confidence Group activity Better orientation Team spirit Physical and mental indulgence Multi Dimentional Stress buster Kathak for Him

9. Techniques and content  Basic introduction of Kathak, a mental warm up and interactive session.  Introduction to Tatkars (foot work). Understanding and discussing the mathematics behind this art through padhant – physical warm up and logical stimulation.  Recital of vedic mantras, historic stories with expression – an emotional and spiritual stimulation.  Nature art and mathematics tuned in together for Kathak –, presenting foot works based on a special research work on Fibonacci series.

10. Techniques and content  Nature art and mathematics tuned in together for Kathak –, presenting delicacies of kathak based on Fibonacci series.  Introduction to Tatkars (foot work). Understanding and discussing the mathematics behind this art through padhant(reading the numbers on fingure), logical stimulation through presentations and interactive session  Recital of vedic mantras,discussing Mythological stories through Abhinay – an emotional and spiritual titillation.

11. Kathak for HIM A powerfull performance – “ Shades “ by members of Shivaakriti Foundation Children, who have taken up dance as their education and career. Who choose to realise their energy and channelise it and live life for a purpose. Celebrate life by Connecting to social, environmental, personal, emotional … all human causes through dance!

12. This is for you if…. …You have never danced …You always thought classical dance is not for you …You have Never been exposed to any classical non-classical dance …You have never been interested and found this boring …You have no idea what this is going to be …You you are those to whom it doses not make sense! …If you fear it or have prejudice about it.

13.  Connect to your self  Team work  Blend of dance music arts sports and fitness  Leadership skills  Physical mental and emotional workout  Stress buster, energizing and entertaining Personal and professional balance

14. Come join in and witness the transformed version of the classical dance form –Kathak. Specially designed for all “ HIM” A complete power packed module!!!

15. Join in to break the taboo that kathak is only for HER. Be a part of this evening to discover –Kathak is also for “ HIM” A complete power packed module!!!

16. For Entry Passes log on to www.kalasaadhna.com RSVP : Ms. Harsha Mehta 9820263395 info@kalasaadhna.com @kalasaadhna.com