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Director at Darpan Dance Studios. I am an exponent in the field of north indian classical dancing. I specialize in Classical Kathak dancing. My classes are operating in Benoni and Randburg.
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Creative Director Shika Mohanlall Harrypaul began her in studies in the kathak dance style in 1999 at the Institute of classical Music & Dance, Kala Darshan (Durban).
Under the strict discipline of Shri Manesh Maharaj , Shika was groomed individually with intense training. She follows her Guru's unique style that blends Jaipur, Lucknow and Benaras gharanas.
The year 2005 marked the year of her graduation as a professional Kathak dancer.
Shika went on in 2006 to compile a book on Kathak titled "Kathak Darpan" - A Reflection of Kathak. The book was to aspire and be used as a reference book for all students practicing the art form.She launched this book with a Kathak dance recital as a professional solo artist and author in this fine art form
Shika remained as senior dancer for Kala Darshan for 9 years until her relocation to Johannesburg in June 2007. Shika by then had performed extensively for conferences and cultural events .She has also played lead roles in highly acclaimed dance productions namely Utsav - year 2000,Dance Of The Gods - year 2002,Sur Singaar - year 2003,Krishnaleela - year 2004,Dancing Ragas - year 2005,Geet Milan - year 2006 .
When arriving she realized the thirst for this art in Johannesburg especially in its pure form. Shika established Darpan Dance studios since 2009 in Randburg via the assistance of a her husband Ashwin Harrypaul and the RHCS ( Randburg Hindu Cultural Society ).
The year 2012 marked the birth of Shika's son , Aaradh. This was also the inception of the Benoni Classes . The long distance from her home as well the progression of her pregnancy was no obstacle for her passion to spread kathak in all corners of Gauteng.
Being an ancient art form , Darpan Dance studio is passionate about maintaining an awareness of Kathak for our future generations.
The fire of our culture has become a struggle to keep alive in our lives due to the bombardment of western influences that over shadow our proud classical arts.
Kathak is not only a dance form but a spiritual medium toiled with the passion to express.
Darpan Dance Studios endevours to continue their work as disciples of Kathak in Gauteng.
Besides being taught the art of dance, students are also groomed individually on how to manage a performance as a Solo Artist.
