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June 11 - 28, 2026 Mumbai
THE ABSENCE OF PRESENCE | Tech Residency - Aditi Mangaldas
At the Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, NCPA Mumbai
Commissioned by National Centre for Performing Arts, Mumbai
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June 12, 13 & 21, 2026 Mumbai
AN EXPERIENCE WITH DRISHTIKON | NCPA Dance Residency Workshop
Presented by the National Centre for the Performing Arts, Mumbai
Day 1 | Friday 12th June | Time: 11am to 2pm
Learn a bandish that is woven together using Nritta, Nritya and Natya.
Day 2 | Saturday 13th June | Time: 11am to 2pm
Experience, dance and learn a short choreographic piece / in the genres of both Kathak and Contemporary Dance based on Kathak.
Day 3 | Sunday 21st June | Time: 10am to 1pm
Talk with Creative Team of new production & insight into backstage process
Booking
June 16 - 21, 2026 Pune
India’s biggest Queer Theatre Festival SATRANGAM is a multilingual national festival with plays in several different languages, including Marathi, Hindi and English. The venue is the prestigious Maharashtra Cultural Centre.
-16 JUNE TUESDAY
6:30 pm: Romeo Ranjha by Jainil Mehta Productions (Hindi, 30 min)
7:15 pm: Queering Tradition Panel Discussion (30 min)
8:00 pm: Jismaan Ton Paar by Arjoon Kabir Kakkar (Hindi, 60 min)
-17 JUNE WEDNESDAY
2:30 pm: Queering Theatre Workshop by Zameer Kamble (180 min)
6:30 pm: Body Oddy by Pandurang Sagbhor (Non-Verbal, 30 min)
7:15 pm: Aamhi Queer Aahot Panel Discussion (30 min)
8:00 pm: Some Mothers, Other Mothers by Theatre Jil Jil Ramāmani (English, 90 min)
-18 JUNE THURSDAY
2:30 pm: Queer Contact Improv Workshop by Pandurang Sagbhor (180 min)
6:30 pm: The Light in my Eyes by Sbox by Sakshi (English, 30 min)
7:15 pm: Queering Text Panel Discussion (30 min)
8:00 pm: Where is SSS? by Satrangi Platform (Marathi, 75 min)
-19 JUNE FRIDAY
2:30 pm: Lavani Chaska, Queer Maska Workshop by B Spot Productions (180 min)
6:30 pm: Deviant Octopus by Jasmine Yadav (Non-Verbal, 30 min)
7:15 pm: Queering Gesture Panel Discussion (30 min)
8:00 pm: Rang Birangi Lavani by B-Spot Productions (Hindi / Marathi, 80 min)
-20 JUNE SATURDAY
2:30 pm: Queer Indian Performing Artists Roundtable (120 min)
5:00 pm: Queering Audience Panel Discussion (30 min)
6:00 pm: 1 Madhav Baug by Chetan Datar (Marathi, 60 min)
7:15 pm: Remembering Chetan Panel Discussion (30 min)
8:00 pm: 8 by Deep Design (Multilingual with English Surtitles, 85 min)
-21 JUNE SUNDAY
2:30 pm: MAD School of Drag Workshop by Gurleen ‘Mermellian’ Arora (180 min)
6:00 pm: Item by Curl (English / Hindi, 60 min)
7:15 pm: Queering Performance Panel Discussion (30 min)
8:00 pm: Dirty Laundry 2.0 by MADhaus (Multilingual, 75 min)
At: Shriram Lagoo Rang Avkash, Pune (Ticketed show)
For further details, please contact: programming@satrangam.in
June 19 - 21, 2026 Chennai
Madurai R. Muralidharan, acclaimed Bharatanatyam Guru, Composer, Lyricist, Choreographer, Nattuvanar, Researcher, presents SAPTATĀLA LAHARĪ, an unprecedented Bharatanatyam festival celebrating the rhythmic grandeur of the Sapta Sulādi Tala system.
While rhythm (tala) forms one of the fundamental pillars of Indian classical dance, extensive exploration of the complete Sulādi Sapta Tala system within the traditional Margam structure has remained relatively rare. Recognizing this vast and untapped rhythmic landscape, Muralidharan embarked on a remarkable artistic journey several decades ago to integrate the thirty-five Sulādi Sapta Talas into the Bharatanatyam repertoire. His vision was not merely to compose isolated pieces in uncommon talas but to create complete Bharatanatyam Margams, each maintaining the integrity, aesthetics, and spiritual essence of the traditional format while exploring a unique rhythmic framework. This sustained research has resulted in one of the most ambitious and significant rhythmic projects undertaken in Bharatanatyam in recent times.
SEVEN MARGAMS - SEVEN RHYTHMIC WORLDS
The festival will feature complete Bharatanatyam repertoires in the following talas:
1. Sankeerna Jathi Eka Talam - 9 Aksharas
2. Misra Jathi Triputa Talam - 11 Aksharas
3. Chathusra Jathi Matya Talam - 10 Aksharas
4. Chathusra Jathi Jhampa Talam - 7 Aksharas
5. Chathusra Jathi Triputa Talam - 8 Aksharas
6. Thisra Jathi Rupaka Talam - 5 Aksharas
7. Sankeerna Jathi Jhampa Talam - 12 Aksharas
Each Margam will contain the complete traditional sequence of Bharatanatyam repertoire: Pushpanjali, Alarippu, Kavithuvam, Jathiswaram Varnam, Padam, Tillana
The festival incorporates several uncommon and exquisite ragas chosen to complement the rhythmic character of each tala. Through this unique combination of melody and rhythm, audiences will experience how raga and tala interact to create distinct emotional landscapes and artistic expressions. The production therefore serves not only as a dance presentation but also as a celebration of Carnatic music's rhythmic and melodic richness.
The performances will feature Kavya Muralidharan, daughter and disciple of Muralidharan, along with a distinguished group of disciples and performers from India and abroad.
Time: June 19 at 5.30pm to 9pm, June 20 at 5.30pm to 9pm, June 21 at 10.30am to 12pm and 5.30pm to 9pm
Venue: Sri Krishna Gana Sabha, T. Nagar, Chennai. Entry free.
Info: nrithyakshethra@gmail.com
June 20, 2026 South Jordan, Utah
Nitya Nritya Foundation and India Cultural Center of Utah present BHARATANATYAM - A MOVING CANVAS. The evening features a repertoire of select pieces by Nitya Nritya Dance Ensemble illustrating the storytelling possibilities of the art form.
At: India Cultural Center of Utah, 1142 South Jordan Pkwy, South Jordan, UT 84095, 6.30pm to 8pm. All are welcome.
Info: admin@nityanritya.com
June 22 - 24, 2026 Bhubaneswar
Orissa Dance Academy celebrates 50 years with SUBAMIMA.
Schedule
At: Rabindra Mandap, 6pm
Info: orissadanceacademy@gmail.com
June 26 - 28, 2026 NYC
Baila Society and Navatman present the world premiere of WHEN THE SUN RISES, an evening-length work bringing together salsa, Latin hustle, Bharatanatyam and Kathak under a single original score. On June 26 at 8pm, Saturday, June 27 at 7:30pm, and Sunday, June 28 at 3pm. A companion program, THE JOURNEY BEGINS, featuring student and emerging dancers from both organizations, performs Saturday, June 27 at 2:30pm.
At the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater
Email: support@navatman.org
June 27, 2026 Chennai
Aalap presents a series called Quietly Dancing to put the spotlight on dancers who show a quiet commitment to their art and continue dancing no matter what. The opening edition features Nitya Sriram, a student of Leela Samson.
At: the mini hall of Narada Gana Sabha, 3pm
Tickets: Available on KYN, priced at Rs300
For more details or queries write to aalaap.concepts@gmail.com
July 3, 2026 Watford, UK
SONG OF THE BULBUL - Aakash Odedra
Following a successful national tour last year, another opportunity to catch this well-loved show of the mythical song bird that sings its sweetest as it leaves its earthly abode. Choreography by Rani Khanam and music by Rushil Ranjan.
At: Watford Palace Theatre, 7.30pm
July 5, 2026 London
Seventy-five intergenerational Kathak dancers take to the stage to celebrate the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Southbank Centre. Geetanjali Academy presents a new composition Vocal Symphony, and Sujata Banerjee makes a rare appearance. An immersive evening of dance and music on an awesome scale.
At: Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 6pm
July 9, 2026 Delhi
Swaranjali Delhi presents COLOURS OF INDIA 2026 in association with Eternal Oasis Gurugram
Kathak Dance - Oishee Bhattacherjee
Swar Raginee - Pt. Subhas Ghosh
Vocal - Laxmi Priya Nayak
Sitar - Suma Shankar
Co-artists - Pt. Siddhartha Chatterjee | Jitendra Swain | Pt. Susamoy Mishra | Zakir Dholpuri
Venue - Prakriti Hall, 1st Floor Eternal Oasis, 591A, Sector 42 Main Rd, Sector 42, Gurugram, Haryana 122002, 6pm. All are welcome.
RSVP +91- 9910300319 | 9773565708
July 25, 2026 Palo Alto, CA
Pratibha - A chamber concert presenting Bharatanatyam by Sahana Subramanya, disciple of Saroja Vaidyanathan.
At: Midpen Media Center Studios, 900 San Antonio Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 4pm. Free entry,
Info: info@yuvabharati.org
August 13, 2026 Bangalore
Kalavaahini presents YAYATI-LIFE AND DESIRE by Sooraj Nambiar in All For Dance edition10. The work reimagines the timeless Mahabharata tale of King Yayati through the lens of Kuṭiyaṭṭam. Premiered under Kalavaahini’s Senior Fellowship programme, the production explores the enduring themes of desire, youth, mortality and the consequences of unfulfilled longing. Blending classical performance traditions with contemporary theatrical sensibilities, the work invites audiences to reflect on the human pursuit of pleasure and the wisdom that emerges through renunciation.
At: Bangalore International Centre, 7pm
Info: Kalavaahinitrust@gmail.com
September 19, 2026 Palo Alto, CA
Pratibha - A chamber concert presenting Odissi by Manasi Madhusmita Padhi, disciple of Vishnu Tattvadas.
At: Midpen Media Center Studios, 900 San Antonio Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 4pm. Free entry,
Info: info@yuvabharati.org
October 3 & 4, 2026 Chennai
Dushyant Sridhar's Desika Daya presents ENDARO MAHANUBHAVULU, a multi lingual, multi dance styles production based on the Divine Grace bestowed on many of the saint poets of India.
Concept, Narration - Dushyant Sridhar / Music - Dr Rajkumar Bharathi
Dance Choreography - Anitha Guha
Sound Design - Sai Shravanam / Lighting design - Murugan Krishnan
Presented by Anitha Guha's students and few guest artistes.
Venue: Narada Gana Sabha, 4pm
Info: anithaguha@yahoo.com
October 10, 2026 Palo Alto, CA
Yuva Bharati celebrates 20 years with KUCHIPUDI NATYOTSAVAM featuring Kuchipudi ballets led by Guru Pasumarthy Venkateswara Sarma.
MAHISHASURA MARDHINI - coordinated by Madhuri Kishore, 4pm
KUMARA SAMBHAVAM - coordinated by Samidha Satyam, 6:30pm
At: Cubberly Theater, 4120 Middlefield Rd, , Palo Alto, CA 94303
Info: info@yuvabharati.org
October 31 & November 1, 2026 Mumbai
The absence of PRESENCE... for children in conflict zones
Childhood - interrupted.
Silenced.
Scattered across borders.
Millions of children exist in the shadows of war - displaced, unseen, unheard. Wounded, orphaned, massacred. What remains when laughter fades?
From this stark reality, emerges The Absence of PRESENCE, the latest production by the Aditi Mangaldas Dance Company. Choreographed by Aditi, with an exceptional ensemble of Kathak dancers and musicians, this powerful work journeys into the depth of conflict; yet shows the human spirit persisting against all odds and striving to hope; building worlds of fantasy and beauty.
Commissioned by the National Centre for the Performing Arts, Mumbai, in collaboration with the Symphony Orchestra of India, the work will premiere at the Jamshed Bhabha Theatre in Mumbai on 31st October and 1st November 2026.
Info: info@aditimangaldasdance.com
November 21, 2026 Palo Alto, CA
Pratibha - A chamber concert presenting Kuchipudi by Siva Sashank Toleti, disciple of Sailaja Chaudhary Tummala.
At: Midpen Media Center Studios, 900 San Antonio Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 4pm. Free entry,
Info: info@yuvabharati.org
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