I was in my forties when I started to learn Kathak !(Classical Indian dance form)
Some would wonder, that late!! but let me tell you, I had always wanted to dance; I fantasized wearing those beautiful dance costumes and performing some day. I left this fantasy on the back burner for a long time. However, one day, when in the group, we decided to learn dance, I just grabbed that opportunity without a blink. In no time, we were on our way to dancing!
In one year's time, we picked up the basics; thanks to our teacher, who was very flexible and patient. The excitement peaked, when we got an opportunity to perform during the local Ganesh Festival. We worked hard, rehearsed whenever we could and even ordered custom costumes for this performance From India!!
We were nervous, we were excited; we were riding high.
We were a part of the bigger dance group but, what made us nervous was the fact, that we were opening the dance! It was our first ever public performance on stage.
I don't think any of us would ever forget that day!
We were up as per schedule and we not only smiled all the way but, did not miss a beat or went out of sync! We performed 'Tatkar'... the applause In the hall still rings in my ears every time I think about the event. It was so surreal!
We were proud of ourselves!
We continue to learn and perform..
I realized, Its never too late........
The time is Now!
Picture: our first performance