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Nighat Chaudhry urges preservation of traditional dance forms
Nighat Chaudhry warns social media's dance trend risks eroding traditional Kathak techniques.
In brief
Nighat Chaudhry warns social media's dance trend risks eroding traditional Kathak techniques. Nighat Chaudhry urges preserving Kathak dance traditions amid social media's growing influence. Originally reported by The Express Tribune.
Nighat Chaudhry's warning
Famed classical dancer Nighat Chaudhry urges preserving traditional dance forms amid social media's rise.
“Dance is life. It is an expression of a human being, regardless of the form it takes”
Social media impact
Chaudhry says TikTok and Instagram have changed attitudes toward dance and encouraged youth expression.
Traditional techniques at risk
Chaudhry warns that social media trends threaten traditional Kathak techniques and their original principles.
40 years of training
Chaudhry and other artists spent nearly 40 years mastering traditional dance forms before risks emerged.
Performance details
Chaudhry will perform with Nigel Bobby and Saaz Rinda on November 9 at NAPA blending ghazal, thumri, sufi music and qawwali.
Global influence
Chaudhry has received international requests for guidance on traditional dance forms through social media.
Preservation responsibility
Chaudhry emphasizes artists must preserve dance authenticity for future generations through proper training.
Here's the gist
Nighat Chaudhry urges preserving Kathak dance traditions amid social media's growing influence.
