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Our School

KDT’s school, run by a disciple of the legendary Pandit Birju Maharaj, offers a rigorous Kathak curriculum.

Rita Mustaphi and her guru, Pandit Birju Maharaj

Outreach Programs

Katha Dance Theatre seeks to engage the local community with cross-cultural workshops and performances.

Rita Mustaphi engages students in an outreach program

What’s Happening

The latest goings-on at KDT!

  • Fall 2025 Open House

    We’re excited to welcome all new and prospective students to join us for a free open house at our studio! Learn the basics of Kathak in a welcoming and […]

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  • Rita Mustaphi Wins Prestigious Ernie Award

    We’re excited to announce that KDT Founder and Artistic Director Rita Mustaphi has been named the 2025 winner of Dance/USA‘s prestigious Ernie Award. As they put it, “The ‘Ernie’ […]

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Support Us

We rely on your generosity to sustain our programming, which aims to inspire, captivate, and educate audiences about the beautiful Kathak dance tradition while expanding its artistic boundaries, making it more inclusive and accessible to all.