Mission
Statement
To preserve, revive, and promote Kathak as a living, evolving art form in Pakistan by upholding its classical integrity, nurturing new generations of dancers through rigorous training, and making the art accessible beyond elite spaces. Through performance, education, and outreach, Mohsin Babar is committed to restoring the dignity of Kathak, destigmatizing the ghungroo as the dancer's instrument, and ensuring that this rich storytelling tradition continues to inspire, educate, and belong to all.
Our
Philosophy
At Mohsin Babar Productions, we believe that art must belong to everyone. Kathak, once a storytelling tradition rooted in the people, cannot survive if confined to elite spaces. Our philosophy is grounded in inclusion—opening our doors through scholarships to students who would otherwise never access classical training, and taking our performances beyond urban centres into small towns and rural communities where art is rarely experienced in its classical form. We are committed to nurturing talent wherever it exists and sharing Kathak with audiences wherever they are, because an art form does not live by being preserved in isolation, but by being practiced, seen, and shared widely.
Our
Founder
Mohsin Babar is an internationally acclaimed choreographer, dancer, and performing artist, specializing in Kathak, Pakistani folk dance, Sufi dance, and contemporary/modern dance. With over 27 years of experience, he has performed across the world, including in the United States, United Kingdom, Sweden, China, Japan, India, Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore, and many other countries.
Mr. Babar is regarded as one of Pakistan's most highly trained Kathakars. He received rigorous training under two of the country's pioneering Kathak masters, Ustad Hamid Hussain Shaad Jaipuri and Ustad Shado Maharaj. He also underwent advanced training for three years under Ustad Rajendra Gangani at the National School of Drama in India.
He is the founder of Mohsin Babar Productions and the Kathak School of Performing Arts—the only institute in Karachi dedicated exclusively to teaching Kathak.
Our
Team
Our team is a collective of dedicated dancers and artists, trained in the discipline of Kathak and contemporary movement. Many come from underprivileged backgrounds and are supported through full scholarships, reflecting our commitment to inclusion, excellence, and cultural preservation.
Mohsin Babar
Productions
We tell stories through movement. From ballet-style dance theatre to short thematic dance films, our work explores the human experience—devotion, identity, and transformation. Rooted in Kathak, and drawing from Sufi, contemporary, and folk traditions, we create performances that speak to the present while carrying the depth of tradition. Alongside this, we develop community theatre that engages with urgent social themes, taking art beyond the stage and into the lives of people.
Kathak School of
Performing Arts
The Mohsin Babar Kathak School of Performing Arts offers structured, intensive training in Kathak grounded in classical tradition. With a strong focus on inclusion, the school provides full scholarships to talented students, creating a space where dedication—not background—defines opportunity.
