Palak Dhiman (she/her) is an independent Kathak artist, choreographer, and educator whose practice approaches the form as a living tradition. Trained in Kathak since 1993 and Natya Shastra Karana since 2023, she presents work rooted in tradition while exploring new possibilities through her evolving artistic voice. She has collaborated with Manohar Performing Arts (Winnipeg), Upasana (Ottawa), and the Usha Dance Ensemble (Edmonton), which toured nationally in 2022. Her performances include a solo presentation at the Taj Mahotsav Festival in Agra, India (2023) and a guest Kathak role in the Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s The Nutcracker (2024). Holding an MA in Sociology,

Palak’s practice is informed by research into Indian classical dance and identity. Her work has been supported by leading arts institutions including the Canada Council for the Arts, New Works, Dance West Network, and The Dance Centre. She is committed to cultivating a future for Kathak in Canada through performance, choreography, and education.

DADAO ARTIST LIAISON: PALAK DHIMAN

Palak was part of the DADAO program for two years, and brings this experience to support the artists in the 2026-27 program.