Guru Shama Bhate’s work spans over 35 years as a performer, teacher, choreographer, artistic director, and thinker. Her personal idiom, evolved over the years, is an amazing blend of virtuosity (tayyari) and sensitive expressions (abhinaya), revealing the high degree of classicism.
Guru Shama Bhate is the Director of a unique institute – Nadroop – based in Pune. Nadroop has completed its fruitful existence of 32 years and has brought out many out-of-the-box projects for its silver jubilee celebration like,

  • ‘Swa-Abhivyakti’, where leading Kathak dancers expressed and shared their own perceptions.
  • Roop-Bandh Festival – Young, proficient dancers from different dance styles presented their work.
  • Sansmaran– An overview of Guru Pandit Mohanraoji Kallianpurkar’s contribution to the Kathak world. Mohanraoji’s disciples, scholars and family members participated to pay tribute to this Legendary Kathak Maestro.

Taleem
Guru Shama Bhate herself is a principle disciple of Guru Smt. Rohini Bhate, the doyen of Kathak. She was also blessed with special insights from Kathak Samrat Pt. Birju Maharaj and Pt. Mohan Rao Kallianpurkar.. She has created her own idiom of Kathak dance, blending it with special inputs in ‘Taal’ and ‘Laya’, from Pt. Suresh Talwalkar.

VISION

To me, Kathak tradition is a flowing stream of knowledge. As a young girl, like everybody else, I had the misconception that the traditional ambit includes only what you learn from your own Gurus. But I realized very soon that the scope of tradition is limitless, with a lot of depth and expanse… It it is ever expanding, ever evolving… The tradition imbibes different inputs from different sources, thus grows, and gets enriched while forever flowing gloriously, graciously.

If one wants to explore tradition, there are ‘n’ numbers of possibilities like “space, stylization, music, rhythm intricacies, literary, mythological and philosophical content etc” that are demanding and intriguing.

I believe that the tradition has an inherent capacity to absorb newer principles, different philosophies and ideologies from different cultures as well.

I had the good fortune of learning from Guru Rohiniji Bhate and Tabla maestro Pt. Suresh Talwalkar. As such, the traditional values were imbibed in me ever since.

When I was ready to experiment and explore, I first started to work within the traditional arena.

I picked up some compositions- Rhythmic as well as musical from Tabla / Pukhawaj and Vocal/ Instrumental tradition which were unfamiliar to the Kathak repertoire. My task was to create a visual representation to the chosen audio designs. I got the courage to experiment with Indian musical forms like Dhrupad, Chaturang as well as different music genres later. I worked with literary content, dramatic as well as lyrical. I worked with different time cycles and different rhythm based concepts along the way. I had to abide by traditional rules, yet look for my own space for expression. It was a rewarding and challenging experience at the same time.

MISSION

As a young aspiring dancer, one is concerned with acquiring more and more knowledge, technical expertise, and command over one’s own tradition. Afterwards, one is mainly occupied with teaching, imparting and sharing knowledge with young students. One tries to imbibe the inherited moral/ethical values and aesthetic principles in the people around with utmost sincerity and honesty. In naivety, one takes it for granted that if everyone works hard with integrity and diligence, things are bound to fall in place. Thus, one kept to oneself, immersed in one’s own world. But, there was a substantial gap between the dance world and common people. I soon realized that one had to make a conscious effort and actively work towards bridging this gap. As a classical dancer, I truly believe that classical dance can bring about positive change in one’s psyche, that it provides a healing touch, and a stimulus for a person to look within to become a better human being.

I then decided to connect with my fellow collogues, my young dancer friends from Pune to spread this message and awareness in the society. I decided that I needed to work with rural children, specially-abled children, school children to spread the awareness.

Another task I have decided to take upon myself is bringing the ‘best of Pune dance’ to the fore.

When my Guruji Rohiniji started to work, Pune was totally ignorant of existence of classical dance as an art medium. Fortunately, by now, Pune has become a major dance center.

I feel that Pune deserves a Kala-Sankul- A place where artists can discuss creative work and exchange views. A place that could provide spaces for different aesthetic activity related to various art forms. In short, a vibrant, cultural hub.

I aspire to broaden the horizons of the new generation dancers by expanding their vision to experiment. I envision for Indian classical dance to achieve its rightful place on the world dance scene.

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

  • Received the Shri Kundanlal Gangani Award, 2019
  • Received the ‘Rohini Bhate Puraskar’ by the Pune Municipal Corporation, 2018
  • Received ‘Times Power Woman’ 2018 by the Times Group
  • Received the ‘Bundeli Gaurav’ at the Damon Mahotsav 2018
  • Received the ‘Nehru Yuva Kendra Puraskar’ Krida mantralaya. 2018.
  • Received the Y.U.V.A Puraskar on International Women’s Day, 2018 for her invaluable contribution to Kathak.
  • Received the Kathak Samarpan Puraskar 2016 by Nilima Nrityalay.
  • Received the Puraskar by Pune Municipal Corporation 2015.
  • Received the ‘Kala Gaurav Puraskar’ by Kalanidhi, 2013.
  • Received the ‘Kala Darpan Puraskar’ in 2012.
  • Received the ‘Kala Samvardhan Puraskar’ by Krishna Mulgur Smriti Pratishthan, 2012.
  • Received the prestigious ‘Maharashtra Rajya Puraskar – 2011’ conferred by the Maharashtra State Government.
  • Received the ‘Sri Durga Mata Shakti Puraskar’ in 2011 from Paramhans Swachandananda Seva Pratishthan.
  • Received ‘Jyestha Guru Sanmaan’ by Madhurita Sarang School.

AS A GURU

Over the years, Guru Shama Bhate has trained (from the very basic to the advanced stages) numerous professional Kathak Dancers who are performing and teaching independently both in India and abroad. She is functioning as a Guru in many universities – Lalit Kala Kendra – Pune, Nalanda College – Mumbai University, Bharat College – Nagpur University, Bharati Vidyapeeth – Pune. Approximately thirty of her students have acquired a post-graduate degree from various universities under her guidance. It is indeed very rewarding to mention that, as many as 12 students have been awarded the HRDC National scholarship for the seniors, and also CCERT scholarship for youngsters.

POSITIONS HELD

Guru Shama Bhate has held many important positions and has contributed to those institutes by her original point of view. To mention a few:

  • Member of the Advisory Committee of Sangeet Natak Akademi since 2015.
  • Member of the Advisory Committee of Kathak Kendra, Delhi since 2010.
  • Guru at Avartan Gurukul, Pune.
  • Appointment as a PhD Guide by Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune 2014.
  • Advisor at the Multiversity Dance Gurukul, since 2013.
  • Advisor and Member of Governing Council, M.I.T- Vishwashanti Gurukul, since 2013.
  • Visiting Faculty at Flame, Pune since 2012.
  • Examiner for PhD candidate- A.B.G.M.V. Mandal, Vashi – Mumbai-June 2013.
  • A member of selection committee-Khajuraho Dance Festival, 2013.
  • Member of the Advisory Board of Goa Kala Academy, Goa, until 2012.
  • Founder Director and Guru at ‘Nadroop’ – a School Of Kathak Dance and Music in Pune, India since 1987 till date.
  • Appointment as a Guide for Ph.D. Students of University of Pune in Classical Dance.
  • Visiting Faculty, Department of Performing Arts, University of Pune, and also for practical Training in Kathak Dance-Lalit Kala Kendra, University of Pune.
  • A member of Board of Studies – Lalit Kala Kendra –Pune University.
  • Member of the Syllabus Committee – Pune University, Kathak Kendra, New Delhi,Goa Kala Academy, ABGMV Mandal, K.k.Wagh University – Nasik.
  • Visiting Professor at Kathak Dept.—Nalanda Dance Research Center, Mumbai University, until 2015.
  • Visiting Professor at Kathak Dept. Bharat College – Mumbai.
  • Visiting Professor at Performing Art School –BharatiVidyapeeth- Pune.
  • Visiting Expert -Kala academy – Goa, until 2016.
  • Examiner for B.A. and M.A. (Dance) examinations from 1974 till date.
  • Teacher and Secretary in Nrityabharati Kathak Dance Academy, Pune 1970-1980.

AS A PERFORMER

Guru Shama Bhate has performed at many prestigious festivals at Delhi, Bhubaneswar, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Goa, Bangalore, Nasik, Lucknow, Jaipur et al. Her graceful performances have acquired a special place in the hearts of music and dance lovers.

Guru Shama Bhate has travelled extensively to the USA, Canada, Europe, Turkey, Malaysia, and Singapore. She is invited to perform solo as well as in group compositions.

PERFORMANCE

  • ‘Alankruta Nrityotsav’, Bangalore 2019
  • Amritanjali Dance Festival , Pune 2019.
  • Articulate Dance festival, Mysore 2018.
  • Chidambaram Festival, 2018 as a tribute.
  • Gopikishan Jayanti Mahotsav, 2017.
  • Performance & Lecture on ‘Thumri’ in Mumbai, Dept. of Music, University of Mumbai, January 2017.
  • Opening performance at the 1st Maharashtra State Nritya Sammelan, Pune, January 2016.
  • ‘Vaicharik Kumbh’ , a conference on ‘Science & Spirituality’, Bhopal, 2016
  • International Nritya Parishad held in Pune.
  • Chennai Theosophical Society, 2015
  • ‘Vidushi Sangeet Sammelan’ organised by Madhukans, October 2012.
  • ‘Anugraha’, a festival organised by SanskarBharati,2012.
  • Yashwant Maharaj Pratishthan, Satara,2012.
  • ‘Anawarat’- tribute to Guru Pt. Rohiniji Bhate, Indore,2012.
  • ‘ShraddhaSuman’, a festival organised by Talayanas a tribute to late Guru Kishan Maharajji, Pune, 2011.
  • Performance at Mumbai titled ‘Oorja’, 2011.
  • Performance for Shivanand Sangeet Pratishthan, Dombivali, 2011.
  • Performed in Mumbai at the ‘Raindrops Festival’ , 2010.
  • Performed at the AundhMahotsav, Aundh (Satara), 2009.
  • Solo performances on invitation at Major Music Conferences across India at venues like Mumbai, New Delhi, Lucknow, Miraj, Pune, Goa, Bhopal, Hubli, Nasik, Kolhapur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jabalpur, Jalgaon and Bangalore over the years.
  • Performed in Jaipur on invitation from Kathak Kendra – Jaipur in 2006.
  • Performed in Lucknow on invitation from Kathak Kendra – Lucknow in 2005.
  • Performed at Mumbai in Dec 2003 under the aegis of the International Federation of Architects / designers.
  • Performance organised by the Rotary Club of Thane Dist. at Thane in Oct 2003.
  • Invited by Pt. Kelucharan Mohapatra’s ‘Srijan’ to perform at Bhubaneshwar in Sept 2003.
  • Performed at Indore in Feb 2003 in Pt. Suresh Talwalkar’s ‘Taal Yatra’.
  • Performed at Latur in Feb 2003.
  • August 2002 Tour of Maharashtra (Pune, Nasik, Latur, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Nagpur and Mumbai) with students and Austrian musicians presenting ‘Rhythm Collage’
  • “Gopikrishna Jayanti Mahotsav” Nasik, “Pt. DurgaLal” Festival, the Pimpri Chinchwad Festival and also in Bangalore on invitation by Natya Institute of Choreography in the year 2001.
  • “Perspective” Pune 1999.
  • Pune Festival and Kathak Festival (Pune), 1998.
  • Performed a Comprehensive Kathak Presentation i.e. “Trividha” with other dancers from different Gharanas in the year 1994 and also in “Pancharati” the inaugural item of Pune Festival, which was a combination of Kathak and Bharatnatyam, directed by Guru. Smt. Rohini Bhate in 1999.
  • “Jugal Kathak”- Dance duets with Pranati Pratap 1980-1988.
  • Member of the Nrityabharati Kathak Dance Troupe 1965-1980.

DANCE TOURS ABROAD

  • Performance tour at Israel with the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, a collaboration with Chen Zimbalista 2017.
  • Performance tour under ICCR at Doha, Qatar 2017.
  • Performance at the Busan International dance Festival, South Korea 2015.
  • ‘Confluence’ – presentation of the choreography ‘Peed parayi Jane Re, based on the life of Kasturba Gandhi – together with the Upper Austrian Jazz Ensemble led by Manfred Paul Weinberger, 2013.
  • Project for school children – Worked on a folk tale – The Dragon Killer in Austria -2009.
  • Choreographed a dance piece – River Dance for Youth Jazz Orchestra.2009.
  • Taught a workshop in Maribhor – Slovenia, Dresden- Germany and Weinberg Castle Upper Austria in Nov 2008.
  • Presented a Jazz music project ‘Rhythm Field’ in Austria and Germany with Manfred Weinberger. Held workshops in Slovenia, 2007.
  • International Kathak Festival at San Francisco USA, 2006.
  • Performed in Austria in a Jazz music project named “Treading the Unknown” with Manfred Weinberger (Austria) and Don Thompson (Canada), 2006.
  • Europe Tour with TrilokGurtu and the “Glimpse”, 65 performances all over Europe.
  • Concert tour in Malaysia in April 2004 with students.
  • Concert tour in Singapore in Dec 2003 with students.
  • Concert tour in Austria in Nov 2003 with students.
  • Performances in Austria and Italy with students doing collaborative work with Jazz musicians of Akku, Austria (February 2002).
  • Performances in Istanbul, Turkey with Pandit Suresh Talwalkar and TrilokGurtu in 1997.
  • Performances in European Capital Cities, 1982.
  • USA tour with performances in 45 cities, and Canada with performances in 20 cities in the year 1980.
  • Srilanka tour with Government Delegation, 1974 with Guru Smt. Rohini Bhate.

CHOREGRAPHIC WORK

Guru Shama Bhate’s choreographic work is extensive. She has experimented in both; traditional as well as contemporary format. She has created a number of traditional and classical compositions -Taals, Taranas, Thumris etc with her own perspective. For instance, Trishul (a blend of Taal cycles of 9, 10 and 11 beats); Samvaad (domuhi composition), Layasopan (traditional Kathak sequence presented through Panch Jatis). She chose to work with different art media like Paintings from the famous painter S. H. Raza, or Poetic work of German poet Goethe or French poet Baudlaire. She has worked with different composers of World music and Jazz music. She innovatively combined the stage space and the screen space by using excerpts from the Oscar winning French documentary ‘Le Monde Du Silence’.

Few of her choreographic creations:

  • Stri Man Ki Anchhouee Gaharaiyan
    A production honouring the compassion of womanhood.
  • Echoes of inner voice
    An attempt to explore the deepest recesses of the human mind.
  • Chaturang Ki Chaupal
    An innovation production, steeped into the richness of tradition.
  • Kathak Infinite
    A wide spectrum of sixty proficient dancers, blending classicism and grandeur.
  • Nirakar Sakar
    Tribute to Pt. Bhimsen Joshi and his immortal music. An attempt to touch the intangible and abstract musical spirit in a tangible manner through a visible expression!
  • Confluence… Peed Parayi Jaane Re
    Integration of spontaneity and invigorating sounds of Jazz, with serene flowing lines of Kathak… Based on the life story of Kasturba Gandhi -an extraordinary woman of great integrity, an epitome of courage, wisdom and humanity.
  • Yatra Naryastu Pujyant
    The story of increasing oppression of Indian womanhood through ages. A depiction of the sharp contrast, the progress of mankind and corresponding pitfall of the plight of the woman.
  • Nishabda Bheda
    Exploring Silence in the deep ocean… Exploring Marine vegetation, Marine space, Marine life etc.
  • Naad Bindu
    Kathak dance and the paintings of S. H. Raza share two concepts which were the fundamental inspiration of this choreography.
  • Rhythm Collage
    A collage of spaces, rhythmic compositions, concepts and mainly music aesthetics of the West and the East.
  • Baudelaire’s Poems
    A trilingual work. The choreography tries to get into the mind, psyche and persona of this great poet.
  • Krishna Gaan
    This choreography deals with the ‘Saundarya’ and ‘Shringar’ aspects of Krishna`s life. The whole choreography is an ‘Anandotsava’.
  • Arghya-Parinati
    An attempt to meet up with a challenge of retaining the core values of tradition, while sticking to the classicism and yet presenting that with modern sensitivity.
  • Sumiran
    Remembering a Musical Genius named Pt. Dinkarji Kaikini through a representation of the rare combination of lilt and lyricism in the verses, a musicality in his rhythm renditions and the fragrant earthiness of Lucknavi.

WORK IN WORLD MUSIC

Guru Shama Bhate has choreographed to various Jazz compositions like ‘Rhythm Fields’ and ‘Treading the Unknown’. She has also worked with Jazz Youth Orchestra and choreographed “River Dance” for Jazz dancers. Her extensive work in this field also encompasses the workshops conducted for dance students, dancers as well as Jazz musicians. She has also performed solo, titled as ‘Glimpse’ in the ensemble led by world renowned musician, Trilok Gurtu. Her recent creative work includes a collaboration with the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, under the conduction of Chen Zimbalista.

CHOREGRAPHIC PRODUCTIONS

  • ‘Ritu Samhar’ exploring the beauty of the seasons through classical compositions, and their rendering in Kathak.
  • ‘Tanotu Nah Shiva Shivam’ celebrating the spirit of the ‘Nataraja’.
  • ‘Nrutyavasant’ compositions of the great Pt. Vasantraoji Deshpande through Kathak, 2016
  • ‘Mahabharat Reinterpreted… Ateet ki Parchhaiyan’ the legendary epic of Mahabharat retold through a dance drama featuring 7 classical dance styles.
  • ‘Chala Vahi Des’ a dance ballet based on Bhajans on Saint Meera in the divine melodious voice of Bharat Ratna Lata didi Mangeshkar.
  • ‘Saransh’ a Kathak Musicscape… manifestation of Hindustani, Carnatic, World music through Kathak.
  • ‘Parampara ke Padachinha’ upholding the richness & depth of tradition.
  • ‘Krishna – The Liberator’ a traditional theme rendered with contemporary sensitivity… a choreography in praise of Lord Krishna as a Liberator from pollution, injustice, deprivation, redundant traditions and worldly temptations.
  • ‘Sumiran’ remembering a Musical Genius named Pt. Dinkarji Kaikini through a representation of the rare combination of lilt and lyricism in the verses, a musicality in his rhythm renditions and the fragrant earthiness of Lucknavi.
  • ‘Kathak Infinite’ the traditional Kathak repertory choreographed with 60 dancers, uniting classicism and grandeur.
  • ‘Niraakaar-Saakaar’ a choreography based on compositions of Late Swarabhaskar Pt. Bhimsenji Joshi for the prestigious ‘Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Mahotsav 2011’
  • Choreographed the kathak part for Dr. Kanak Rele for ‘Vitthala’, performance by students of Nalanda University, 2012.
  • ‘Yatra Naryastu Pujyante’ a choreography based on female foeticide for Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, Delhi, 2011.
  • Choreography named ‘Bhajantrayee’, for the inauguration of Bhimsen Joshi Kaladalan,Pune, 2011.
  • Choreography on German poems by poet Goethe for Max Mueller Bhavan, 2010
  • Choreography named ‘Peed Parayi Jaani Re’ a dance ballet on the life of Kasturba Gandhi for Gandhi National Memorial Society, 2010
  • Choreographed a dance piece for a ‘Sound and Light Show’ to be projected at the Purana Qila, Delhi, 2010
  • Choreography on the English poems ‘A Photograph’ by Margaret Atwood and ‘Vanity’ for International Women’s Day, 2010
  • Choreography on music compositions of Trilokji Gurtu for ‘Vasantotsav’, 2010
  • Choreographic presentation ‘Parinati’ , 2010
  • Choreographic presentations ‘Arghya’ and ‘Parikrama’
  • Choreography named Unity in Diversity’ for CCERT scholars, 2007.
  • Samagra Roopak – Dwidal, 2007.
  • Nishabda Bheda, 2006.
  • Unity in Diversity, 2005.
  • Naad Bindu, 2004.
  • Tanotu Na Shiva Shivam, 2004.
  • Samvad, 2004.
  • Krishnakathi, 2004.
  • Jigsaw, 2004.
  • Aastha, 2004.
  • Reflection, 2003.
  • French Poems, 2002.
  • Rhythm Collage, 2002.
  • Hori Ke Rang, 2002.
  • Krishnagaan, 2001.
  • Durga Durgati Nashani, 2000.
  • Encounter, 1999.
  • Perspective, 1999.
  • Malhar, 1999.
  • Aadi shakti Bhagawati, 1999.
  • Layodghosh, 1998.
  • Durgam Trinetram Bhaje, 1998.
  • Resonating Bells, 1997.
  • Krishnalok, 1997.
  • Design10, 1997.
  • Rasarang, 1996.
  • Hori a solo choreographic composition, 1991.
  • Avarta, 1975.
  • Colours, 1974.
  • Tribhanga Paryaya, 1971.
  • Atoms, 1969.
  • Numerous Nritta items in various Taals such as, Teentaal (16beats), Jhaptaal(10beats), Rupak(7beats), Mattataal(9beats), PanchamSavari(15beats), Dhamar(14beats), Tarana’s, Bhajan’s, Thumri’s, Hori etc and a no. of choreographic compositions like Hori, Trivat, Tarana Dhun etc.

ARTICLES, LECTURES, WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS

Guru Shama Bhate has been conducting regular workshops in centres like Nasik, Indore and Mumbai for advance training. She regularly participates in various seminars. She also regularly writes articles on different subjects pertaining to music and dance.

LECTURES DEMONSTRATIONS

  • Belgaum, ‘Khula Aasmaan’, 2019
  • ‘Pranaam Foundation’, Goa 2019
  • Nagpur, 2019
  • Space studio , Bangalore 2019
  • PVP College of Architecture, Pune, 2018
  • Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, Noida, 2017.
  • Symbiosis College of Arts & Commerce on Mythology, 2017.
  • MIT College of Design, Loni, 2017.
  • ‘Vaicharik Kumbh’ , a conference on ‘Science & Spirituality’, Bhopal, 2016
  • Nagpur on Kathak, January 2016.
  • Interview on Kathak by Jayashree Bokil at the Patrakaar Bhavan, Pune, 2016
  • South Central Zone, Nagpur, 2016.
  • Symbiosis College of Arts on ‘Mythology in Indian Classical dance’, September 2016.
  • Kathak for Sociology Dept, University of Pune, 2015.
  • Dance and Poetry, Pune, 2015 concept of ‘Aamad and Tihai’ at Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune.
  • Lecture-demonstration on the relationship of Dance & Literature, 2015
  • CCERT- Pune- March, 2013
  • Lecture Demonstration for art students at ‘Chitrabodh’, Pune, Sept 2013
  • Lecture-demonstration on Audio Expression in Kathak at ‘Picolo’, festival organised by Nritya Bhakti Foundation,2012.
  • Interviewed on ‘Choreographic Process’ at Max Mueller Bhavan, Pune, 2011.
  • Read a paper at the Bandish Seminar in Pune conducted by Lalit Kala Kendra , University of Pune, 2010.
  • Lecture demonstration at ‘Mahagami’, Aurangabad, 2010
  • Presentations held at Sara Lawrence College-New York and Swarthmore college-Philadelphia, along with workshops for dance students in April 2006.
  • University of Massachusetts at Amherst, MA 2006.
  • Held five lecture demonstrations in Steyr, Austria in 2003.
  • Participated in Kathak seminar conducted by Kathak Kendra in New Delhi, 2002.
  • Participated in Kathak Seminar conducted by Kathak Kendra (New Delhi) in Hyderabad, 2001.
  • Seminar conducted by NCPA and Department of Marathi Literature SNDT, 1991 and 1994.
  • Shivaji University, Kolhapur in the year 1992.
  • Bandish Seminar in Dombivali by Shivanand Swami Sangeet Prathishthan in the year 1992.
  • Conducted lecture for orientation of students of M.A. (in all streams i.e. dance, drama, music etc) of Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune University.
  • Lecture demonstration at Pimpri in ‘Kathak Mahayagya’ conducted by Pt. Nand Kishore Kapote in which many eminent Kathak dancers participated.
  • Antwerp, Belgium, 1982.
  • University of Illinois at Urbana Champagne, Urbana, Illinois and also at State University of New York at Albany, NY 1980.

SEMINAR PARTICIPATION AS SPEAKER

  • ‘Thaat’ oraganised by Madhurita Sarang School of Kathak, 2018.
  • Gandharva Mahavidyalay, Panvel, 2016 on ‘Tihai’.
  • ‘Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth’ , on Aamad and Natavari, 2015.
  • Organised by Padanyas andTilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune on ‘Aamad and Tukde’- March 2014.
  • Organised by Sociology Dept. Pune University.- March- 2014
  • Organised by Rochit Kathak Academy and Lalit Kala Kendra-2014
  • ‘Sansmaran’- Seminar on Guru Mohanraoji Kallianpurkar, organised by Nadroop- Aug 2013.
  • Organised by Nrityadham – Pune- Jan, 2013.
  • ‘Swa-Abhivyakti’ organised by Nadroop and Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune-2013
  • International Seminar organised by Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune on ‘Importance of Bandish in Indian Music and Dance’, 2011.
  • Seminar organised by Lasya, supported by Sangeet Natak Kala Academy, on ‘Kathak & Sahitya’, 2011.at the completion of Marathi Katha – Katha and Kathak.
  • Seminar at the NCPA
  • Importance of dance in Life – Flame
  • Importance of Dance in Education – Maxmuller Bhavan – Pune

WORKSHOP CONDUCTED

  • Workshop at Belgaum, 2019
  • Workshop at Goa, 2019, Directorate of Cultural affairs
  • Workshop in Bangalore, July 2016, 2017, 2019.
  • Workshop in Nagpur and Chandrapur, 2019.
  • Workshop – Mumbai- Advanced students- June 2013 & October, 2013 & 2014 – 15 -16
  • Workshop at Dombivali, September 2016.
  • Workshop for Lata Baklakar’s students – Mumbai- March 2013
  • Keerti Kala Mandir- Nasik- June 2013 – 14 -15-16
  • Baramati- NeelimaNrityalaya- Jan 2014
  • Students of ‘Flame’ – Pune – on Performance elements in dance- In reference to Space , Time – 2013 & 2014.
  • Workshop organised by Goa Kala Academy, 2011 & 2016
  • Workshop in Pune for Mrs. Reshma Gadambe 2016.
  • Choreography workshop for Nrityayatri – Pune, Oct 2013.
  • A choreography course of ten days- in Flame.
  • Workshop – Madgaon – Goa.-April 2013
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students at Nasik, 2012.
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students at Mumbai,2012.
  • Workshop organised by Uttar Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Jalgaon, 2012.
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students at Nasik, 2011.
  • Workshop in Indore, organised by Nadyog, 2011.
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students of Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune,2011.
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students of ‘Urmi’, Pune, 2011
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students of ‘Urmi’, Pune, 2010
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students at Nasik, 2010.
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students pursuing a Master’s degree at Lalit Kala Kendra, 2010.
  • Workshop on ‘choreography’ at Lalit Kala Kendra, 2010
  • Workshop conducted at Kharghar, Mumbai
  • Workshop at Sharada Sangeet, Mumbai
  • Workshop at Bahai Academy, Panchgani
  • Workshop in Indore, organised by Nadyog, 2009 -10 -11-12-13-14.
  • Workshop conducted for a theatre group at MUWCI, 2009.
  • Kathak Dance workshop for students of Nrityadham, Pune, 2007.
  • Workshop for Kathak students in Indore, organised by Nadyog, 2007.
  • Conducted workshops in Slovenia, 2007.
  • Workshops for teachers working in the field of Special children on invitation by BalkalyanSanstha, Pune, 2007.
  • Conducted workshops for dancers and musicians in Austria and East Germany in April 2006.
  • Workshop for Dept. of Theatre arts (post graduate students of theatre)–Mumbai University, in Oct 2006.
  • Conducted workshops in Sara Lawrence College – New York and Swarthmore College in Philadelphia 2006.
  • Workshop for the Modern dance students in Terence Lewis Academy- Mumbai in July2006.
  • Series of Workshops in Jalgaon, India in 2005/2006.
  • Conducted a workshop in Singapore in Dec 2003.
  • Conducted 4 different workshops in Steyr, Austria in Nov 2003.
  • Workshop conducted in Kolhapur in Sept 2003.2006
  • Austria, in May 2003.
  • Deval Club, Kolhapur in November 2003 /2006 (also in 2002 & 1997)
  • Italy and Austria in the year February 2002.
  • Nagpur, “Nirjhar Kala Sanshtan” 2002 (also in 2000 & 1998).
  • Kirti Kala Mandir Nasik 2002 (also in 2000 & 1998).
  • Mumbai, “Kathakalaya” in 2001 (also in 2000).
  • Natya Institute of Choreography, Bangalore, 2001.
  • Conducted workshop for Dance Dept. – Conservatory in Linz, 2000.
  • Steyr, Austria in the year 1999 for the students of diverse musical background.

PROJECTS

Guru Shama Bhate has initiated different projects with the view of widening the sensitivities and horizons of her students and also students of dance in Pune.

PROJECTS

  • ‘In Tandem’: a project on the mélange of Kathak and Bharatnatyam with Deepakji Mujumdar, 2008.
  • ‘Prajakta’: Dance Therapy Project for God’s Children – A project to help special children build concentration, coordination through Dance concepts and principles – 2008.
  • Project for Rural children to create awareness about classical dance and music – 2008.
  • ‘Lakshya’: to promote solo forms of classical dance with other classical dancers, 2007.
  • ‘Intrigue’: project with George Brooks — renowned Jazz musician from the US creating music and dance pieces, July 2004.

DYNAMIC PROJECTS

  • Guru Shama Bhate has initiated different projects with the view of widening the sensitivities and horizons of her students and also students of dance in Pune.
  • Madame Menaka Choreography Movement
    A festival of proverb bases thought-provoking choreographies, in association with Maharashtra Cultural Centre, Pune. Each choreography is followed by a panel discussion, by eminent art connoisseurs.
  • Rohini Bhate Dialogues
    A homage to the holistic persona of Late Guru Pandita Rohiniji Bhate, through a lecture- series by art intellectuals, in association with Maharashtra Cultural Centre, Pune and Raza Foundation, Delhi.
  • Pratibimb
    A reflection of Kathak sensitivity, in Mayurbhanj Chhau vibrancy.
  • ‘In Tandem’
    A project on the mélange of Kathak and Bharatanatyam with renowned Guru Deepak Mujumdar.
  • ‘Prajakta’
    Dance Therapy Project for God’s Children.
  • Project for Rural children
    Awareness programme

PUBLICATIONS

  • Article on Relevance of the Ancient Texts in our Shatric Tradition for ‘Rochit Kathak Academy and Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune University, 2014.
  • Article on Pt. Kumar Gandharva, 2013.
  • Article on Dance and Allied Careers
  • A choreographic spectrum – Khajuraho.
  • Article on ‘Improvisation’ in English the Sangeet Natak Akademi issue 2010.
  • Article on dance in ‘Swararang’, Saakal, 2010
  • Article on Kathak dance in the issue of Kalatma.
  • Article series in English newspaper Times Of India’s Education Times.
  • Reviews of book titled “KATHAK PRASANG” 1992.
  • Reviews of Dance Performances, 1970 till Date.
  • Articles on Dance in Marathi, 1970 till Date.