Kathak Beginner Level 2 – Showcase 2026
Join us on stage and live out your Kathak dance dreams! This course is for our current Kathak students who have progressed past Level 1. For those new to our studio, please consider our Kathak Level 1 course.
Dates: 7 March – 2 August 2026*
*NO CLASS 4 & 25 April, plus 16, 23 & 30 May (18 sessions over 23 weeks)
Time: Saturdays 9.30am (1 hour class)
Teacher: Ida & Anu
Course Fee: $699
Showcase date: Sunday 2 August @ Bunjil Place Theatre
8 Spots available
- This course is part of Studio J’s annual stage show. Join us on stage and achieve one of your Kathak dance goals with your loved ones cheering you on!!
- Expand your existing knowledge and execution of Footwork (Tatkaar), Hand movements (Hastak), Spins (Chakkars), Hasta mudras (hand gestures) and Padhant (Ekgun, Dugun, Chaugun).
- Commence developing a foundation repertoire in Teen Taal including: Thaat, Aamad, Tukras, Todas, Tihaai, Paran, Parmelu, paltas.
- Develop a deeper understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of kathak dance, with learnings of the Natya Kramaha and Anga Suddhi.
- Learn various aspects of abhinaya (expressions) in Kathak.
- Learn in a supportive and encouraging environment, geared towards adult learning.
- Learn from one of Australia’s top Kathak choreographer, dancer and teacher, with over 20 years Kathak training.
- Get weekly practice videos & audio to support your learning outside of class.
- Have access to a private group chat (via WhatsApp), to encourage communication with other students and your teacher.
**PLEASE NOTE:**
– Regular attendance throughout this course is required in order to participate in the final stage performance, including a compulsory dress rehearsal on show day. Class recordings will be available for independent catch up between classes. If you miss any sessions and have not caught up adequately, then your participation in showcase will be reviewed and may be revoked.
– Showcase will be on Sunday 2 August at Bunjil Place Theatre, Narre Warren. Dress rehearsal is from approx 9am onwards, with performance from 6pm. Students must keep this entire day available for now – exact timings to be confirmed.
– Unfortunately, there are no refunds, exchanges or credits for any reason.
Please consider the above commitments prior to enrolling.
Teacher – Ida Ghatge
Ida is a Kathak dancer, choreographer, and psychologist with over 20 years of experience. Trained under Guru Shri Harish Gangani and Radhika Karandikar, she specialises in the Jaipur gharana of Kathak- and holds a bachelor’s degree in Indian Classical Dance. Ida is also Creative Director of Sapphire Dance, Australia’s leading Bollywood company, and teaches Kathak at Studio J. She has training across various Indian and western commercial dance forms and additionally offers private lessons, master classes and group workshops. She has performed across Australia, Europe, India, and the US, including collaborations with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, and the award-winning short film Twin Flame. A registered psychologist with a master’s in clinical psychology, Ida uses her platform to champion mental health, challenge stereotypes, and empower communities of colour through art and movement.