Kritya Foundation
Supporting holistic development and self-confidence through dance
There is so much more to Indian classical dance than the physical display. Students enjoy exercises in storytelling, self-expression, mythology, spirituality, and development of self. At Kritya we aim to bring forth the truest expression of each student as a dancer and an artist.
Spring 2024
Virtual Semester
Mon, February 5th
- Fri, June 28th, 2024
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 6:30 PM - 8 PM EST via Zoom
School Holidays :
March 29th, 2024 - California Workshop
April 22nd - 30th, 2024 - Spring Break
May 27th, 2024 - Memorial Day
June 19th, 2024 - Juneteenth Day
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Student Showcase Performance | June 28th, 2024
1 / New & Beginner Students - Wednesdays & Fridays
Beginner students will be introduced to basic principles of body placement and mechanics within the Kuchipudi dance form, as well as exercises to increase stamina and flexibility. Basic steps will be introduced (or continued depending on student level) and completed within the course of the semester. Importance will also be placed on learning of the Natya Shastra slokas that dictate the primary principles of all Classical dance forms.
2 / Intermediate Students - Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
We will be revising all the Steps and Jathis to get a complete command of all Kuchipudi Basics. In this process we will focus on improving our stamina, stage presence, movement texture and placement. This will result in the ability of absorbing and grasping choreographies very quickly.
3/ Remedial Classes - Mondays | 7-8 PM EST
These classes are scheduled for students who are struggling in class and need extra help to practice their new lessons.
4/ Advanced Choreography - Mondays & Wednesdays
8 - 9 PM EST
These classes have been added to the schedule to learn the pieces which are in the July 2024 production repertoire. Only students who are invited to join this class can join this class.
If you only do what you can do,
then you'll never be more than what you are.
School Offerings
Weekly Class Agenda
Please make sure you attend the appropriate classes according to your level
Mondays
Items Focus
(Intermediate students)
Learn a new choreography by Yamini: "Sogasu Chooda Tarama”
Enhance your stage presence, abhinaya, and overall command of the choreography. It is recommended intermediate students attend all weekly classes.
Wednesdays
Learn new material
(All levels)
Intermediate students: Khandam: 5, Misram: 7, & Sankeernam: 9 jathis
Beginner students: Continue learning of basic steps
Fridays
Revision/ Refinement
(All levels)
Performance of all basics from the first step to the last jathi the student has learned. Ingrain the sequence of all basics in the students' memory and increase stamina and refinement of style.
Additional
Information
Questions?
Feel free to email us here
Prerequisites to Join Kritya Dance School
- Should be 5yrs old and above
- Prior experience not required
- Should have interest in learning about Indian culture & mythology
- Should be consistent and on time to classes
- Should have a stable internet connection
- Should be self-responsible and dedicated to practicing material learned in classes
Dress Code
- Hair must be pulled back in a braid or bun
- You must wear a Kurti with leggings
- No Dupattas