The exciting meld of a folk tradition of dance-drama in the "Krishna Belt" of Brijbhumi in North India with the court dancing favoured by later Muslim rulers, Kathak (literally tha Dance of the Storyteller) is renowned for its rhythmic virtuosity.

Introduced by: Pt. Birju Maharaj (Solo Performances)
• Lachhu Maharaj
• Gopi Krishna
• Durga Lal
• Sitara Devi
• Birju Maharaj
• Urna Sharma

Excerpts from Dance Drama
• 'Jashn-e.Wajid Ali Shah’ Choreography: Naina Devi
• ‘Roopmati Bazbahadur’ Choreography: Pt. Birju Maharaj
• ‘Pujarini’ choreography: Rani Karna