Classical dance performance, storytelling mesmerize audience.

ISLAMABAD -- A classical dance performance by Khanzada Asfandyar Khattak, a classical dancer and choreographer enthralled the audience of twincities here Thursday at the auditorium of Pakistan National Council of Arts (PNCA) featuring the dance forms of the subcontinent to promote peace and positivity.

The qualified classical dancer is also a dance teacher who performed at home and abroad while serving as CEO at Teri Nawab Durbar - a rights-based organisation working for peace and economic prosperity through culture, heritage, art, music, dance and tourism.

The Kathak Dance in Pashtun and Afghani tribal costumes was beautifully presented for the fun lovers. The dance performance was followed by Daastangoi (storytelling) by Dr Waqar Azeem and Sadia Hayat. The traditional way of narrating story presented a traditional short story and a contemporary. Combining vibrant costumes, the presenters narrated stories with messages of positivity, peace and harmony.

The workshop was part of week-long art activities organized by Nomad Art Gallery and PNCA to celebrate cultural diversity of Pakistan and create social harmony through soft expressions of art. The activities including a group art exhibition, performance, workshops, storytelling and seminar by various artists will continue till November 16 titled 'Diversity and Social Harmony' by various artists featuring traditional and...

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