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Shivani Verma is a distinguished Indian classical Kathak dancer, performer, and teacher based in Delhi, India. Her journey into Kathak began at a young age, with formal training commencing at seven, though she was introduced to basic steps from the age of four. She received tutelage from legendary gurus including Pandit Birju Maharaj, Shovana Narayan, and…
Journey Timeline
Early childhood (age 4)
Began learning basic Kathak steps
Early childhood (age 7)
Began formal Kathak training
2008
Empanelled Artiste with ICCR — Empanelled under the Kathak Soloist category with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations.
2013
Received NavKiran Award — Awarded in the Dance category.
2016
Founded Samarpan Culture Pre-School and Centre for Kathak — Established in Panchsheel Park and Vasant Vihar, Delhi.
2017
Received award from The India Harmony Foundation — For singular contribution to the cause of harmony through dance.
2018
Performed 'Champaran Se Bapu' — An original Kathak production.
2019
Performed 'Devaki' — Brought Devaki alive on stage through Kathak abhinaya.
Nominated to General Council of Sahitya Kala Parishad — Arts and culture division of the Government of Delhi.
Founder of World Kathak Day and Dastaan-e-Kathak festivals — Dedicated to celebrating and expanding the global footprint of Kathak.
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Awards & Honors
- 2013 · NavKiran Award
- 2017 · Award for singular contribution to the cause of harmony through dance — The India Harmony Foundation
Media Coverage
- Born to dance: Shivani's journey from practicing law to conquering the Kathak world
The New Indian Express
- Shivani Varma's Kathak: Mother Devaki must be very happy
National Herald
- Abhivyakti – Shivani Verma : The Kathak Dancer | Short Interview
Anjan TV (YouTube)
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