Judge & Expert Panel

“Judge & Expert Panel – Harshita’s Excellence in Adjudication

🌺 Harshita – A Recognized Kathak Judge & Cultural Expert

Guru Harshita Sharma, founder of Kathak by Harshita, is not only a celebrated Kathak performer and educator but also a respected cultural adjudicator across India and abroad.
With over 22 years of professional training and performance experience, she has been invited to judge and mentor at numerous national, state, and international-level dance festivals, competitions, and cultural events.

Her judging style is known for its fairness, depth of understanding, and artistic sensitivity. Harshita brings a rare combination of traditional wisdom and modern presentation insight, ensuring that each performer is evaluated not just for perfection, but for their connection to the art’s soul.

🎖 National & Government-Level Judging Experience

Harshita has proudly served as a jury member and senior judge for several prestigious Indian cultural organizations and competitions, including:

• Ministry of Culture, Government of India events

• State-level art councils and cultural departments

• Renowned Kathak dance institutions and academies across India

• University, school, and college-level cultural festivals

• NGO and youth art programs encouraging performing arts

She has guided and evaluated hundreds of dancers and teams, helping shape the next generation of Kathak performers through her knowledge and mentorship.

Her approach is not limited to scoring performances — it’s about uplifting talent, motivating students, and preserving the essence of classical Kathak in every performance.

🌍 International Recognition & Global Judging Opportunities

Harshita’s influence extends far beyond India.
She has been invited to judge and mentor international cultural events in countries including the USA, UAE, Singapore, and the UK, where she continues to promote Indian classical arts on a global stage.

Her international judging collaborations include virtual competitions, cultural festivals, and inter-academy showcases, where she represents India’s artistic excellence with grace and authenticity.
Through these global engagements, Harshita has become a bridge between Indian classical dance and world culture, inspiring students worldwide to understand the beauty, discipline, and storytelling of Kathak.

🌸 Why Event Organizers Choose Harshita as a Judge

Event organizers and cultural institutions consistently choose Harshita for her professionalism, expertise, and inspiring presence.

She is trusted for:

•✅ Unbiased & Professional Evaluation — Fair judgment with a deep understanding of technique, rhythm, and expression.

•✅ Authentic Classical Knowledge — 22+ years of continuous training and Visharad-level expertise.

•✅ Mentor-Like Guidance — Encourages participants with meaningful, constructive feedback.

•✅ Global Vision — Blends Indian classical authenticity with international standards.

•✅ Cultural Ambassador Role — Represents India’s rich Kathak heritage and values globally.

•✅ Positive Energy & Art Sensitivity — Her presence itself uplifts the event’s artistic quality and credibility.

🪔 Spreading Culture Through Judgement

“Where Judgment Meets Art — Inspiring the World Through Indian Classical Dance.”

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