The Bhavan is proud to present a month long Classical Music & Dance festival. This year, we bring you the best of both South Indian and North Indian Music traditions. The line -up includes: Sat 7 March - Bharatanatyam by Sujata Venkatesh and troupe Sun 15 March - Karnatic Vocal by Padmabhushan Sudha Ragunathan Sat 21 March - Sitar by Smt. Punita Gupta along with her students About the artist: Padmabhushan Sangita Kalanidhi Sudha Ragunathan returns to The Bhavan, enchanting audiences with her refined raaga artistry, flawless krithi renditions, and effortless command of kalpana swaras. She will be accompanied by Balu Raguraman on Violin, M. Balachandar on Mridangam and R.N. Prakash on Ghatam.

A fresh, sharp, and hilariously observational comedy special by Sarang Sathaye, co-creator ofBhadipa. In this all-new solo set,Sarang unleashes his quirky takes on everything from middle-class madness, desi parenting, digital life, NRI quirks, and the bittersweet art of growing up Maharashtrian. Expect relatable anecdotes, quick-witted jabs, and laugh-out-loud moments with a strong dose of nostalgia and satire. Whether you're a hardcore Bhadipa fan or discovering Sarangs solo comedy chops for the first timethis show promises a night of full-volume laughter, cultural connection, and unforgettable punchlines. Language: Marathi Age: 14+ Grab your tickets, bring your friends, and get ready to laugh till it hurts!

Mitraseva LSS presents Dhara A Divine Musical Experience by Smt Sivasri Tejasvi Surya. She will be accompanied by Sri J. Skandaprasad on Vocal Support, Sri N. Chandrashekhar on Harmonium and Sri Jaidev Haridoss on Mridangam About the artist: Sivasri Skandaprasad is a dancer, musician, choreographer, and art activist whose artistic journey began at a very young age. Born into a distinguished musical lineage, she was inspired by her family and trained under eminent gurus in Carnatic music, Hindustani music, and Bharatanatyam. Alongside her performing career, she holds a B.Tech in Bio-Engineering from SASTRA University and an MA in Bharatanatyam from the University of Madras.

Dr. Swapnokalpa Dasgupta is an acclaimed Odissi dancer, teacher, and choreographer from Mumbai. A student of Padmavibhushan Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra and his disciples, she has led the Dance Department at the NCPA for 13 years. She is the recipient of prestigious awards, including the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar and the Kanak Nartan Puraskar. Holding a doctorate in Dance and a Masters in Arts Management, she founded the Odissi department at The Bhavan, London, and frequently conducts workshops worldwide.

As part of the summer school concert series 2026 the Lalgudi Siblings will do Karantic Violin duet accompanied by M Balachandar on Mridangam. About the artist: Lalgudi G.J.R. Krishnan andLalgudi Vijayalakshmi, are fifth-generation musicians and torchbearers of the illustrious Lalgudi bani. Being the children and disciples of the legendary Lalgudi G. Jayaraman, they were immersed in a musical environment. Under their fathers disciplined and meticulous guidance, they absorbed the essence of the Lalgudi tradition from an early age. While they pursued formal education and postgraduate studies, music always remained their foremost passion and priority. They will be accompanied by M Balachandar who is a versatile Mridangam artist and resident Mridangam teacher at The Bhavan.

Sushmita Ghosh will present a Kathak recital at the Bhavan as part of the Summer School teachers' concert series 2026. About the artist: Sushmita Ghoshbegan training in Kathak at the age of eight at Kathak Kendra, New Delhi, under renowned gurus including Tirath Ram Azad, Reba Vidyarthi, and Munna Shukla, and was deeply influenced by the work of Rohini Bhate. She leads the Aakriti Foundation in Gurgaon and was Bhavans Kathak teacher in the late 1990s.

Jnana Aithal will present a Bharatanatyam performance at the Bhavan as part of the Summer School teachers' concert series 2026. About the artist: Jnana Aithalis a Bharatanatyam dancer from Mangaluru who began training at the age of five under Vidushi Vidyashree Radhakrishnan and continues under Guru Balakrishna Manjeshwar. She holds a Masters degree in Bharatanatyam from Reva University and founded the dance troupe Hejjenaada, which has performed on over 2000 stages across India.

A chance to see all the Summer School students from all the departments perform over two days. Join us to celebrate the success of the hard work over three weeks by the students and teachers.

A chance to see all the Summer School students from all the departments perform over two days. Join us to celebrate the success of the hard work over three weeks by the students and teachers.

This performance will be an intimate portrait of a collection of voices in their pursuit of the divine; through physical, emotional and spiritual realms, blurring all lines between desire and devotion. Weaving together a rich tapestry of musical gems, this promises to be a collective experience of memory and seeking. Sahana will be accompanied by distinguished musicians led by Sri. Mavin Khoo on the Nattuvangam Sri. Vamshikrishna Vishnudas on Vocals Sri. Prathap Ramachandra on Mridangam Sri. Vijay Venkat on Flute About the artist: Sahana Sridhar is a London-based Bharatanatyam performer and educator with 15+ years of stage experience across India, USA and Europe. She has trained under Sri. Renjith Babu and Smt. Vijna Vasudevan for nearly two decades and continues to refine her artistic voice under Sri. Mavin Khoo in the UK. Known for her rhythmic clarity, expressive depth and intrinsic musicality, her practice reflects rigorous training and sensitive artistry. Since 2020, Sahana has been training students, and has facilitated and co-led residential intensives for dancers, combining sessions in Bharatanatyam and the allied arts. She has also conducted introductory Bharatanatyam workshops in Spain, and constantly identifies avenues to share her art with a global audience. Currently, she continues to impart Bharatanatyam training through Upahaar school of dance, UK (founded by Smt. Shalini Shivashankar).

As part of Summer School teachers' concert series 2026 Madhusudhan Barman will do a solo Tabla presentation followed by Hindustani Vocal concert by Mithali Bhawmik accompanied by resident Tabla teacher Pandit Rajkumar Misra. About the artist: Mitali Bhawmik is a Hindustani classical vocalist from Assam, trained under eminent gurus including Pandit Biren Phukan, Vidushi Meera Banerjee, and Padmabhushan Pandit V. G. Jog. She will be accompanied by Pandit Rajkumar Misra, a tabla player of great respect and resident tabla teacher at The Bhavan. Madhusudan Barman is a renowned Tabla artist trained by his father Late Barendra Mohan Barman and the legendary Pandit Sankar Ghosh.

1920, Frou-Frou Les Bains, charmante station thermale. Le directeur de la Cure est surexcit : la saison va redmarrer et tout son personnel est prt accueillir les curistes. Seul problme : il n'y a plus d'eau ! Alors, on s'agite, on se creuse les mninges pour sauver les apparences, et on chante ! Cette comdie de Patrick Haudecoeur a reu le molire du meilleur spectacle musical en 2002, lors de sa cration. Depuis, elle est remonte presaue chaque anne, partout en France ! Spectacle en franais. Dure : 1h30 max. Mise en scne : Julien Balajas Avec : Nathalie Barleaza, Gatane Bory, Franois-Rgis Coumau, Diane de Yturbe, Fiona Edge, Laurence Le Pan de Ligny, Eve O'byrne, et Balthazar Roger. Au piano : Pierre Audiger

Have you ever imagined sculptures coming alive, swaying gently to the mystical melodies of Eastern India? This evening, witness that enchantment as the dancers of Nritya Alaap bring you the timeless elegance of Odissi. Welcome to an experience of divine surrender and artistic splendorwhere performers and audiences alike are immersed in beauty, spirituality, and profound grace. Founded in 2018 by Gairika Mathura lawyer and senior disciple of Guru Madhulita MohapatraNritya Alaap was born with a mission to share the depth and exquisite charm of Odissi while nurturing excellence across Indian classical arts. The institution celebrates Indias rich cultural heritage by featuring both renowned maestros and emerging talent. Its signature annual event, Odissi Sandhya, provides a vibrant platform for young artists from diverse classical traditions to perform alongside Odissi. Each edition becomes a confluence of devotion, artistry, and tradition, weaving a tapestry that honors heritage while inspiring contemporary appreciation. This 8th edition of Odissi Sandhya proudly carries that legacy forward. This year, we also felicitate Gurus, seniors, and pioneers who have contributed immensely to Indian classical dance and to the promotion of our treasured classical arts.

Ameya Boundless unfolds as a meditation on the infinite. Through the intricate rhythms of Bharatanatyam and the immediacy of live music, Divya Kasturi creates a living, breathing landscape where sound and movement dissolve boundaries between the ancient and the contemporary. In commemoration of an inspiring milestone Divyas two decades of artistic journey in the UK- Divya will be accompanied by some of UK's finest Carnatic musicians.The evening will also feature Divya's senior students. 'Kalaimamani' Awardee Smt. Divya Kasturi, a cultural trailblazer whose work spans continents and disciplines. With more than three decades of experience, her journey flows across dance, music, British physical theatre, Indian television, education, choreography, and technology-infused interdisciplinary work. Yet at her core lie two inseparable forces: Bharatanatyam and Carnatic music the twin pulses of her Art. Connect at www.divyakasturi.com/ https://www.instagram.com/divyakasturico/

Join us for the Bengali new Year celebrations. Featuring renowned National and International artists. PERFORMERS: FIRST HALF Sanju Sahai Avtar Kaur Kirpal Singh Panesar Jaymini Sahai SECOND HALF Monidipa Seal Aashvee Dance academy in collaboration with Indian Art Association

Mrs Sudha Murty's 51st book, Tides of Time: Bharat's History Through Murals in Parliament, published by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, Government of India, was released jointly by the Honourable Vice President of India, Shri. C. P. Radhakrishnan and the Honourable Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Shri. Om Birla on April 1st, 2o26 at the historic Princes' Chambers of the Old Parliament Building. About Tides of Time: Murals are among humanitys oldest forms of communication. Long before written language was fully developed, people used paintings to express their emotions and document their daily lives. This tradition of visual storytelling is evident across civilisations, and Bharat is no exception. From the prehistoric caves of Bhimbetka in Madhya Pradesh, where paintings over 30,000 years old depict geometric patterns, humans and animals, to the murals of the Ajanta and Ellora caves rendered in natural colours with exquisite artistry, Bharats walls have long preserved its stories. In later periods, Indian kings and emperors commissioned paintings to decorate courts and palaces, incorporating increasingly complex colours, patterns and styles. In 1954, the first speaker of the Lok Sabha, Shri G. V. Mavalankar, commissioned 58 mural panels along the circular corridors of the Samvidhan Sadan (the Old Parliament Building). As one walks these corridors, the murals unfold as a chronological journey through Bharats history, beginning with the Indus Valley Civilisation at Mohenjo-daro and culminating in the historic flag hoisting at the Red Fort in 1947.The inspiration for Tides of Time emerged from a personal observation by Mrs Sudha Murty. While visiting the Samvidhan Sadan, she noticed students pausing briefly before these magnificent murals. Upon conversing with them, she discovered that while they were curious to know more about the history behind the art, there was no available literature on the subject, rather only a single line description on the copper plates below. She then embarked on a labour of love that spanned over 20 months to document the profound stories captured within these walls. Tides of Time presents the historical context behind each of the 58 murals, serving as a tribute to the artists and curators who depicted the values of Bharatiya Sanskritishaped by tolerance, patience, and compassion. Mrs Murty has dedicated the book to 'the people of Bharat from Mohenjo-daro to the present day, and to all the soldiers who have protected and continue to protect our borders, so that Bharat remains a safe, sovereign and democratic nation.' Through this book, she shares her hope that future generations will engage with and enjoy the richness of the culture she has known. Mrs Murty is grateful to the Honourable President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, the Honourable Vice-President, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, the Honourable Prime Minister, Shri. Narendra Modi and the Honourable Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Shri. Om Birla for their guidance and unwavering support for this massive undertaking. She is also thankful to the Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Honourable Secretary General of the Lok Sabha, Shri. Utpal Kumar Singh, who has supported her tremendously in this publication. Refreshments served before the show.

On the occasion of International Yoga Day, The Bhavan is pleased to offer a yoga class with Meghna Lokabhirama Nandini Raju, a yoga teacher and a Bharatanatyam Dancer. The class is open to all and caters to beginners while ensuring you gain the benefits of yoga. Please note that this class is limited to 30 students. If you register and are unable to attend, please inform us beforehand so we can offer your space to someone else. Please get your own Yoga mat, water bottle and any other yoga tools for the session.