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Legendary Artists
The icons who shaped Indian classical dance & music
★ LegendaryAdyar K Lakshman
Bharatanatyam · Guru
Chennai, India
★ LegendaryAstad Deboo
Kathak · Performer
Mumbai, India
Deba Prasad Das
Odissi · Performer
Bhubaneswar, India
★ LegendaryAlekhya Punjala
Kuchipudi · Performer
Hyderabad, India
★ LegendaryChampakulam Pachu Pillai
Kathakali · Performer
Champakulam, India
★ LegendaryDarshana Jhaveri
Manipuri · Performer
Mumbai, India
★ LegendaryANITA SHARMA
Sattriya · Performer
Guwahati, India
A. B. Bala Kondala Rao
Performer
Visakhapatnam, 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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Mumbai, India
Kalavaahini presents YAYATI-LIFE AND DESIRE by Sooraj Nambiar in All For Dance edition10. The work
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
Bangalore, India
Swaranjali Delhi presents COLOURS OF INDIA 2026 featuring: Opening Group Dance - Vikash Dance Akadem
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: Dr. B R Ambedkar Auditorium, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman & Nicobar Islands 744103, 5pm Info: sitarsubrata@gmail.com
Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India
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