July 4 - Aug 8, 2026 India
Bala Devi Chandrashekar’s Summer 2026 India Tour.
- 4 July 2026 | 6:30 PM
Venue: Umayalpuram / Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
Location: 100th Year Umayalpuram Sri Sita Kalyanam Celebrations
Topic/Production: Mauli - A Timeless Tradition
- 12 July 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Venue: MES Auditorium, Kothrud, Pune
Topic/Production: Mauli - A Timeless Tradition
- 23 July 2026 | 7:00 PM onwards
Venue: Sivaswamy Auditorium, The Fine Arts Society, Chembur, Mumbai
Topic/Production: Mauli - A Timeless Tradition
- 24 July 2026 | 6:30 PM
Venue: Little Theatre, NCPA, Mumbai
Topic/Production: Exploring the Sculptural Repertoire, Karanas, and Rasa Sutra of the Natya Shastra
- 8 August 2026 | 11:00 AM
Venue: Seva Sadan, Malleswaram, Bengaluru
Topic/Production: Mauli - A Timeless Tradition
Info: baladevichandrashekar.com
July 18, 2026 Mumbai
SHOORPANAKHANKAM - A novel interpretation Kathakali by Dr. Sadanam K. Harikumar and Sadanam Kathakali Academy
TAAL VANI DJEMBE by Taufiq Qureshi
KATHAK by Neha Banerjee, Vishal Krishna & Kathak Darpan Trust
At: Experimental Theatre, 5pm. An NCPA presentation.
July 18, 2026 Luton, UK
Kadam with Odissi Dancers UK present ECHOES IN CURVED TIME, an evening
to savour the nuances of Odissi dance performed by some of its most
accomplished exponents. The programme unfolds as a series of
interconnected moments- each performance illuminating how Odissi has
been remembered, reconfigured, and re-presented over time. Central to
this journey is Odisha itself: its temple culture, its visual arts, its
philosophical traditions, and its artists who across generations, have
shaped the form we now recognise on the global stage. Participating
artists are the Ananda Ensemble, Pallavi Basak, Pratiti Ghosh, Soma
Behura, and Parvati Rajamani.
At: Hat Factory Arts Centre, 65 - 67 Bute Street, Luton LU1 2EY, 6/30pm
July 25, 2026 Chennai
AIM for Seva presents its annual fundraiser event, RADHA - A DANCE
MUSICAL. Conceived and performed by Shijith Nambiar and Parvathy Menon,
with live music by Pravin Godkhindi, RADHA is a spiritually immersive
production in support of Swami Dayananda Krupa Care.
At: 6:30pm at Sir Mutha Venkatasubba Rao Concert Hall, Chetpet, Chennai.
Info: +91 9500060153 | contact@aimforseva.in
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
July 26, 2026 Aurangabad
Mahagami presents the 3rd edition of VṚHAT BHĀRATA at Rukmini
Sabhagriha, MGM. The event will be in Hybrid Mode from 10am to 5pm,
comprising immersive and informative sessions by experts from various
disciplines. Vrihat Bharat (seminar and workshop) is designed to spark a
meaningful dialogue about the rich heritage of Greater India, shared
history with other countries, and the timeless philosophy of Vasudhaiva
Kutumbakam. Through a series of talks and interactive sessions, speakers
from diverse fields ranging from ancient history and archaeology to
heritage studies, music, dance, and yoga will engage the attendees on a
captivating journey through time and space. This immersive experience
will offer a deeper understanding and appreciation of our shared
cultural roots, helping participants connect with the essence of Bharat
in ways both enlightening and inspiring.
Sessions
-Overview of Vrihat Bharat
Ajanta: a Sanctuary for World Culture: Dr. Dulari Qureshi
The Encyclopedic Textual Legacy of Raja Bhoja: Dr. Shivkant Bajpeyi
Nottuswara: A Symphony of Two Musical Worlds: Dr. Ramya C.R.
Legacies Across Frontiers: Linkages in Music and Danc : Parwati Dutta & AllThingsKathak
Living Geometries: Yoga, Heritage, and the Language of Nature: Parwati Dutta & Peace Yoga
'Nava Rasa' Dance-Theatrical Act: Mahagami
Quiz
This unique event will cater to the students, educators and professionals alike.
Please fill and submit the Registration form - https://forms.gle/irgw5Pf7tMpUQzMh7
Certificate and Lunch for Offline participants will be provided.
Info: mahagami.outreach@gmail.com
July 29, 2026 Mumbai
AHAM PRAVAHINI - Bharatanatyam by Shobanaa Bhalchandra
URJATARANGA - Kathak by Amruta Paranjape
At: Experimental Theatre, 6.30 pm. An NCPA presentation
August 1, 2026 Los Angeles, CA
Sahana Gupta, disciple of Viji Prakash, presents a CELEBRATION OF DANCE.
At: Glorya Kaufman Performing Arts Center, 3200 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles, 7pm
Info: info@shaktibharatanatyam.com
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
August 13, 2026 Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Swaranjali Delhi presents COLOURS OF INDIA 2026 featuring:
Opening Group Dance - Vikash Dance Akademi
Classical Vocal Recital - Pt. Bhutnath De
Tabla- Pt. Susamoy Mishra
Solo Sitar Recital - Subrata De
Group Dance - Daksh Akademi
Bharatnatyam Dance - Rajasi Wagh
Vocal recital - Priyanka Vineet
Classical Dance by Hakimpara Nritya Malancha Siliguri Group
Concluding presentation on theme Colours of India
At: Tagore
Government College of Education Hall, Middle Point, M G Road, Sri Vijaya
Puram, Andaman & Nicobar Islands 744103, 5pm
Info: sitarsubrata@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
September 19 & 20, 2026 NYC
The 18th Annual ERASING BORDERS DANCE FESTIVAL 2026 is presented by
Indo-American Arts Council (IAAC). Two nights of pure fire: classical
Indian dance, Kalaripayattu and contemporary brilliance.
Saturday 19th: Ganesh Vasudeva & Nitya Narasimhan (Bharatanatyam
duo), Travelling Bells (Kuchipudi solo), Shila Mehta (Kathak trio),
Preeti Vasudevan (contemporary solo), Radhe Jaggi and Team
(Bharatanatyam & Kalaripayattu group)
Sunday 20th: Radha Varadan (Kathak solo), Neena Prasad and Musicians
(Mohiniyattam group), Aparna Sindhoor & Anil Natyaveda (Sindhoor
Natya, Navarasa group), Arushi Mudgal (Odissi trio)
At: The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College, 68th St between Park & Lexington, New York, at 6PM both nights.
Info: info@iaac.us
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
December 26-28, 2026 Chennai
The 44th NATYA KALA CONFERENCE conceived and curated by Urmila Sathyanarayanan is titled ADIPADAIYUM AZHAGUM.
At: Krishna Gana Sabha, T Nagar
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