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Dr. Piyush Raj is a distinguished Indian classical Kathak dancer, performer, teacher, choreographer, researcher, and institution head, based in Mumbai, India. His journey in Kathak began under the tutelage of Dr. Shveni Pandya, a disciple of Pandit Lacchu Maharaj, earning him the title of Nritya Visharad in 1997. He further honed his skills over 18 years in…
Journey Timeline
1997
Earned Nritya Visharad
1998
Attended Kathak workshop with Pt. Birju Maharaj
2011
Attended Kathak workshop with Guru Pratap Pawar
2017
Attended Master class by Aditi Mangaldas
2018
Attended Master class with Aditi Mangaldas
2018
Founded Natanam Studio for Performing Arts
2020
Presented research paper at Maya Rao Conference on Choreography in Kathak
2020
Performed at Natyanjali Festival with students
2020
Published paper "Glimpses of Kathak Terminologies in Sangitadarpanam" in Sangeet Natak
2021
Presented research paper at first International Kathak Conference
2024
Awarded "Kala Vagvisvarupini" Title — For Odissi performance
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- 2024 · Kala Vagvisvarupini Title — HTCC Bothell, WA, USA
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