Kathak Performances
Available across India
I perform solo, duet, and group Kathak pieces—traditional, mythological, and Sufi—at festivals, events, and private gatherings, always bringing my own style and full commitment to each show.
Pricing Guide
Solo Classical Feature
Performance Details
- Artist: 1 Senior Soloist (Sohini Karanth or Senior Faculty).
- Duration: 30 to 45 minutes of active stage time.
- Sequence: Traditional Invocation (Vandana), Technical footwork display (Nritta), and Storytelling (Abhinaya).
- Format: Includes brief introductions in English/Hindi for audience context.
Production Value
- Audio: High-definition pre-recorded backing tracks.
- Attire: 1 Premium Silk or Brocade Kathak costume with Temple/Kundan jewellery.
- Styling: Professional stage makeup and traditional hair styling.
Venue Requirements
- Stage: Wooden flooring or non-slip dance floor required.
- Facilities: Private green room with mirror and lighting.
- Sound: Basic sound system with Aux/Bluetooth connectivity.
Sāttvatī Group Ensemble
Ensemble Configuration
- Cast: 4 to 6 trained dancers from the Sāttvatī School.
- Support: 1 On-site coordinator for cues and stage management.
- Duration: 45 to 60 minutes (can be split into two 30-minute sets).
Choreography Scope
- Formations: Synchronized technical compositions and spins.
- Themes: Narrative pieces (e.g., Union with Nature or Mythological excerpts).
- Finale: Fast-paced rhythmic Jugalbandi conclusion.
Visual & Logistics
- Costumes: Uniform, color-coordinated professional sets (Teal/Red/Gold).
- Props: Hand props like diyas or flower petals included if required.
- Travel: Includes artist transportation within city limits.
- Space: Minimum 20x15 feet stage area required.
Sufi Kathak Live Concert
Artist Lineup
- Dancers: Principal Solo or Duet performance (Sohini Karanth & Kislaya Anand).
- Live Orchestra: 3-4 Professional Musicians (Vocalist, Tabla Player, and Harmonium/Sarangi Player).
- Interaction: Live recitation of rhythmic Bols (Padanth) and on-stage improvisation.
Concert Experience
- Genre: A blend of Sufi Kalams, Ghazals, and Classical Kathak.
- Duration: 60 to 90 minutes.
- Improvisation: Features Upaj segments where dancers and musicians challenge each other live.
Technical Rider
- Sound Check: Mandatory 90-minute pre-event sound check.
- Audio Gear: Venue must provide specific instrument mics and foot mics for ghungroos (tech rider provided upon booking).
- Hospitality: Refreshments required for a crew of 6-8 people.
About Kathak Performances
I see Kathak as a living journey - rooted in the guru shishya parampara, but always growing. Every time I step onto the stage, whether it's my own solo or with my students, I feel that same spark from when I first started. Dance feels like home to me.
What I Offer
- Solo pieces: Intimate, expressive, perfect for focused settings. These could be classic or my own take on nature and new themes.
- Duets: There’s a unique energy when two dancers bounce off each other, especially with festival or conceptual pieces.
- Group shows: My troupe, Sāttvatī, brings together students at all levels. It’s vibrant and coordinated, great for big stages or special occasions.
What We Dance
- Traditional Kathak choreography: Expect Tarana, Dhrupad, Kavith - the same pieces I learned from my Gurus, shared with fresh energy.
- Storytelling through Kathak: My heart is in mythological and spiritual stories, like Ramayan or scenes from Mahashivaratri.
- Sufi Kathak dance: For those who want something meditative, we offer this soulful blend of Kathak and Sufi music.
Where You’ll Find Us
We perform at cultural festivals, religious events, corporate gigs, theatre shows, or even private gatherings. Based in Bangalore, but always ready to travel.
You’ll always get my full heart on stage - sometimes there’s a glitch, sometimes magic happens. That’s live dance for you.
Meet your Expert
Sohini Karanth
11 connects in last 3 months
My Story
It’s been ages since Kathak became my world—started at 12, still grooving at 26. My gurus, my parents, always behind me, giving me all the push. Dance isn’t just steps, it’s guru-shishya parampara, passing magic down generations. That’s why I built Sāttvatī School of Dance. My students? My kids. We laugh, mess up, crush it on stage, eat cake on Teacher’s Day. Every small win, every first step, fills me up.
My Work
Kathak Classes & Performances - We run beginner Kathak classes, kids Kathak lessons, and special Sufi Kathak workshops, both online and offline.
Our Locations - Main studio’s in Banashankari 6th Stage, with batches at Jayanagar, Koramangala, and online for anyone, anywhere.
How We Teach - Strong basics—posture, footwork, rhythm—but lots of masti (fun). Students are family. We dance, rain or shine.
All Arts Welcome - Not just Kathak! We do community dance workshops and host Bharatanatyam, Odissi, and movement therapy sessions too.
Performances - We hit big stages—Sangeet Natak Akademi, Hosur Natyanjali. Students get to shine, like in our 'ARAMBH' show.