Post
- Graduate in Physics; exponent of Kathak; (Graduate from Kathak Kendra,
New Delhi). Empanelled with ICCR; 'A' grade artiste of Delhi Doordarshan;
Recipient of a Senior Fellowship from the Department of Culture to
carry out research on the project "To Evolve a teaching methodology
especially suited to teach children studying Kathak" from 01/12/1998
to 30/11/2000.
Conducting regular classes in Kathak
under TYAAG; has a children's repertory; has choreographed items that
deal especially with the world of children. Has used the integrated
approach to teach Kathak to children involving Yoga, music, improvisation
and trust games to ensure all round development of the child as an
artiste. Has presented students on the stage regularly since 1992.
The presentations have involved both the traditional repertoire as
well as education related and value oriented themes. Worked as Yoga
Instructor at Kathak Kendra, New Delhi (1986 to 1999)
Special Areas of Study : 1. Kathak as
a Solo Art form; 2. Yoga and the performing artiste; 3. Tapping the
full artistic potential of the child; 4. Stress management through
yoga. 5. Therapy through Rhythm, Movement and Yoga. 6. Choreography
in Kathak designed especially for children.