Ragini Makkad stands as an accomplished Kathak dancer whose performances breathe fresh vitality into this classical North Indian dance form. Trained under distinguished gurus in the Jaipur gharana tradition, she demonstrates exceptional technical precision in complex footwork sequences, rapid pirouettes, and subtle abhinaya (expression). Her performances showcase remarkable versatility—from pure dance (nritta) emphasizing rhythmic complexity to expressive storytelling (nritya) portraying mythological narratives and poetry. Dressed in traditional Kathak costumes with ghungroo (ankle bells), she creates aurally and visually spectacular presentations. Each performance balances classical tradition with contemporary relevance, making this sophisticated art form accessible while maintaining its artistic integrity.
Why?
Engaging Ragini Makkad ensures a world-class classical performance that elevates your event’s cultural prestige through technical excellence and artistic depth. Her remarkable ability to balance technical virtuosity with accessible storytelling creates profound audience connections regardless of their familiarity with classical traditions. Perfect for cultural festivals, corporate events, and distinguished private functions, her performances create lasting impressions through their combination of rhythmic complexity and expressive grace. Unlike typical presentations, Ragini’s performances incorporate educational elements that enhance audience appreciation while maintaining artistic flow. Additionally, her compositions range from traditional classical pieces to thematic works addressing contemporary themes through classical vocabulary, ensuring relevance alongside tradition.
How?
Booking Ragini Makkad involves contacting our classical arts coordinator with your event details. Our team arranges a consultation to understand your specific requirements and venue specifications. Based on availability and your event needs, we provide customized performance proposals with appropriate program content. Our coordinator handles all technical requirements, providing detailed specifications for stage dimensions, lighting arrangements, and sound systems particularly important for capturing ankle bells’ rhythmic clarity. Ragini requires specific performance surfaces for technical footwork execution, which our team communicates clearly. For enhanced audience appreciation, performances can include brief introductions explaining technical elements and narrative contexts, creating educational value alongside artistic excellence.