What is the dancing sequence of Kathak (Indian classical dance)?

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Kathak Dance follows a certain Dancing sequence that is said to be Manch Pradarshan (मंच प्रदर्शन) which Kathak dancer has to follow. Whether it is Kathak or any other Indian Classical Dance form, there is a set and systematic pattern in terms of dance sequence being presented by the dancers.
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The Sequence of Kathak dance Starts with Vandana ( Worshipping God). Uthaan. That. Aamad (sequence of That Aamad Uthaan may be different in different gharanas).
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