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Legendary Artists
The icons who shaped Indian classical dance & music
K. P. Kittappa Pillai
Bharatanatyam · Performer
Thanjavur, India
★ LegendaryMunna Lal Shukla
Kathak · Performer
New Delhi, India
★ LegendarySnehaprava Samantray
Odissi · Performer
Bhubaneswar, India
★ LegendaryVEDANTAM RADHESYAM
Kuchipudi · Performer
Kuchipudi, India
★ LegendaryT. Chinnammu Amma
Mohiniyattam · Performer
Thrissur, India
★ LegendaryKalamandalam Govinda Warrier
Kathakali · Performer
Cheruthuruthy, India
★ LegendaryDarshana Jhaveri
Manipuri · Performer
Mumbai, India
★ LegendaryTANKESWAR HAZARIKA BORBYAN
Sattriya · Performer
India
The Living Heritage
Eight Sacred Traditions
India's eight classical dance forms — each a universe of expression, devotion, and artistry.
Tamil Nadu
Bharatanatyam
The oldest classical dance from India — intricate footwork, expressive gestures and devotional themes.
Andhra Pradesh
Kuchipudi
A classical dance-drama tradition known for its fast rhythmic footwork and expressive storytelling.
Odisha
Odissi
One of the oldest surviving forms, known for fluid movements and lyrical grace derived from temple sculptures.
North India
Kathak
A storytelling dance tradition blending Hindu and Islamic influences — rapid spins, rhythmic footwork.
Kerala
Mohiniyattam
The 'Dance of the Enchantress' — soft, swaying movements in flowing white and gold attire.
Kerala
Kathakali
An elaborate dance-drama with vibrant costumes and face-painting representing characters from epics.
Manipur
Manipuri
Devotional dances associated with Vaishnavism — graceful, gentle movements distinct in its form.
Assam
Sattriya
The classical dance form from the monasteries of Assam, rooted in Vaishnava traditions and devotion.
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Ravindra Natya Nikethan is participating in a festival, "Kenya International Theater Festival", Kit
Ravindra Natya Nikethan is participating in a festival, "Kenya International Theater Festival", KitFest 2026. They will present AVATARA: THE TEN MANIFESTATIONS choreographed by Sushma Kotireddy. At: Kenya National Theatre, Main auditorium, 2pm to 3pm Info: sushmakoti30@gmail.com
Nairobi, Kenya
Abhinaya Dance Company presents its Fall program KOLAM: AT THE THRESHOLD. Under the direction of Ra
Abhinaya Dance Company presents its Fall program KOLAM: AT THE THRESHOLD. Under the direction of Rasika Kumar, the team of artists and musicians work on the original score for the show: Sindhu Natarajan, Roopa Mahadevan, Ananya Ashok, and Malavika Walia. Each brings a deeply personal connection to the show's themes of perpetuating and adapting ritual for the next generation - as artistes, and as mothers passing tradition forward. At: Mexican Heritage Plaza, San Jose, 4pm For more details contact abdanceco@gmail.com or 408-871-5959
San Jose, CA, United States
Nitya Nritya Dance Ensemble examines the notion of the feminine divine through dance, storytelling,
Nitya Nritya Dance Ensemble examines the notion of the feminine divine through dance, storytelling, and reflection. UPATTI – COMING TO BE brings together the insights from this journey, exploring the shifting role of the Goddess across millennia and her enduring place in the South Asian psyche. At: Regent Street Black Box at The Eccles, 144 Regent St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, 7pm Info: admin@nityanritya.com
Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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