Kathak dance is primarily devotional in nature, with themes revolving around Hindu deities and mythological stories.

Benares is not a traditional Kathak gharana. The three main gharanas are Lucknow, Jaipur, and Banaras.

Kathak dance originated in North India, specifically in the regions of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.

Kathak dancers traditionally wear a Ghagra Choli, which consists of a long, flared skirt and a fitted blouse.

Tatkar is a footwork technique in Kathak dance that involves intricate footwork and rhythmic patterns.

The Tabla is the traditional musical instrument that accompanies Kathak dance.

Pandit Birju Maharaj is a renowned Kathak dancer and choreographer who has contributed significantly to the preservation and evolution of the dance form.

Teental is the rhythmic cycle most commonly used in Kathak dance.

Tarana is a famous Kathak dance composition known for its fast tempo and intricate footwork.

Male Kathak dancers traditionally wear a Dhoti Kurta, which consists of a loose-fitting shirt and pants.

The Khajuraho Dance Festival is a renowned Kathak dance festival held annually in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.

Mangalacharan is the opening sequence in a Kathak dance performance, where the dancer offers prayers and salutations to the divine.

Yamini Krishnamurthy is a renowned Kathak dance exponent known for her innovative choreography and contributions to the dance form.

Praveshika is the concluding sequence in a Kathak dance performance, where the dancer exits the stage.

Kathak Kendra is a renowned Kathak dance academy in India, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the dance form.