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Upcoming & Past Events

  • Pravaha - Changing Canvases a performance by Vaibhav Arekar
    Pravaha - Changing Canvases a performance by Vaibhav Arekar
    Pravaha - Changing Canvases a performance by Vaibhav Arekar
    Sun, Apr 21
    Alston Ridge Middle School
    Apr 21, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Alston Ridge Middle School, 7833 Fussell Ave, Cary, NC 27519
    Apr 21, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Alston Ridge Middle School, 7833 Fussell Ave, Cary, NC 27519
    Leela Foundation is proud to present Pravaha - Changing Canvases, a performance by Vaibhav Arekar on Sunday, April 21, 4:30 p.m. (seating at 4 p.m.) at Alston Ridge Middle School, Cary, NC 27519
  • Vaibhav Arekar Workshops
    Vaibhav Arekar Workshops
    Vaibhav Arekar Workshops
    Tue, Apr 16
    Leela Dance Studio
    Apr 16, 2024, 5:30 PM – Apr 20, 2024, 1:45 PM
    Leela Dance Studio, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Apr 16, 2024, 5:30 PM – Apr 20, 2024, 1:45 PM
    Leela Dance Studio, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Vaibhav Arekar is one of the leading Bharatanatyam artists of India. An intense, calm and immersive approach is a key signature style of his performance. Vaibhav's choreography is inspired by modernity within the classical template.
  • Rama Vaidyanathan Workshops
    Rama Vaidyanathan Workshops
    Rama Vaidyanathan Workshops
    Mon, Oct 30
    Leela Dance Studio
    Oct 30, 2023, 4:30 PM – Nov 01, 2023, 8:45 PM
    Leela Dance Studio, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Oct 30, 2023, 4:30 PM – Nov 01, 2023, 8:45 PM
    Leela Dance Studio, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Rama Vaidyanathan is known for her fresh approach to Bharatanatyam, & for her unique choreographic skills. While pushing boundaries in the choreography, she goes beyond the form to give visual imagery to poetry in different Indian languages. These two workshops offer students a valuable opportunity.
  • New Dimensions to the Margam Performance
    New Dimensions to the Margam Performance
    New Dimensions to the Margam Performance
    Sun, Oct 29
    Cary
    Oct 29, 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Cary, 7833 Fussell Ave, Cary, NC 27519, USA
    Oct 29, 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Cary, 7833 Fussell Ave, Cary, NC 27519, USA
    Leela Foundation and SIFAA are proud to present New Dimensions to the Margam Performance on Sunday, October 29th! This performance created and performed by Rama Vaidyanathan and her dance troupe is sure to be an event to remember. The time & venue and the link to purchase tickets are listed below.
  • Technique Enhancement Program
    Technique Enhancement Program
    Technique Enhancement Program
    Sun, Oct 15
    Virtual
    Oct 15, 2023, 9:00 AM – Apr 14, 2024, 2:00 AM
    Virtual
    Oct 15, 2023, 9:00 AM – Apr 14, 2024, 2:00 AM
    Virtual
    Offered in partnership with Sankhya Dance Company, the program will provide specialized skills training for students and dancers who want to advance their learning in Bharata Natyam. This is an ongoing program offered in segments of six- months.
  • Katha, A Kuchipudi Dance Performance by Sreelakshmy Govardhanan
    Katha, A Kuchipudi Dance Performance by Sreelakshmy Govardhanan
    Katha, A Kuchipudi Dance Performance by Sreelakshmy Govardhanan
    Sat, Apr 29
    Durham Arts Council PSI Theatre
    Apr 29, 2023, 4:00 PM
    Durham Arts Council PSI Theatre , 120 Morris St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
    Apr 29, 2023, 4:00 PM
    Durham Arts Council PSI Theatre , 120 Morris St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
    Leela Foundation is proud to present Katha, a Kuchipudi Dance Performance, performed by Sreelakshmy Govardhanan. Join us for this beautiful performance on April 29, at 4 pm at the Durham Arts Council.
  • Sreelakshmy Govardhanan Workshops
    Sreelakshmy Govardhanan Workshops
    Sreelakshmy Govardhanan Workshops
    Wed, Apr 26
    Leela School of Dance
    Apr 26, 2023, 4:00 PM – Apr 28, 2023, 8:45 PM
    Leela School of Dance, 1018, Suite E Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
    Apr 26, 2023, 4:00 PM – Apr 28, 2023, 8:45 PM
    Leela School of Dance, 1018, Suite E Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
    Sreelakshmy Govardhanan's story-telling prowess makes her workshops/seminars highly sought after in India and abroad. We are excited to host two, three day workshops by Sreelakshmy on April 26-28th designed for dancers of all genres.
  • Meet & Greet with Sreelakshmy Govardhanan
    Meet & Greet with Sreelakshmy Govardhanan
    Meet & Greet with Sreelakshmy Govardhanan
    Sun, Apr 16
    Morrisville
    Apr 16, 2023, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018, Suite E, Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Apr 16, 2023, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018, Suite E, Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Please join us on the afternoon of April 16th, 2023 for a Meet & Greet with the luminous SREELAKSHMY GOVARDHANAN!
  • Samarpanam (a tribute) to Kalaimamani Guru Kalyana Sundaram, (Director of Sri Raja Rajeshwari Bharata Natya Kala Mandir)
    Samarpanam (a tribute) to Kalaimamani Guru Kalyana Sundaram, (Director of Sri Raja Rajeshwari Bharata Natya Kala Mandir)
    Samarpanam (a tribute) to Kalaimamani Guru Kalyana Sundaram, (Director of Sri Raja Rajeshwari Bharata Natya Kala Mandir)
    Sat, Mar 18
    Zoom linnk provided with RSVP
    Mar 18, 2023, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Zoom linnk provided with RSVP
    Mar 18, 2023, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Zoom linnk provided with RSVP
    We at Leela are proud to present our mentor, and through him, the lineage handed down to us. We promise to continue his Legacy.
  • March Bhangra Workshop
    March Bhangra Workshop
    March Bhangra Workshop
    Fri, Mar 17
    Morrisville
    Mar 17, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Mar 17, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Bhangra is an energetic folk dance form that originated from Punjab, India. Today, it’s the newest dance, music, and fitness phenomenon spreading all over the world. Learn Bhangra at this one session class and join in the fun! $25. per student
  • Yoga for Wellbeing - March Session
    Yoga for Wellbeing - March Session
    Yoga for Wellbeing - March Session
    Sat, Mar 11
    Morrisville
    Mar 11, 2023, 12:30 PM – Mar 25, 2023, 1:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy E, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Mar 11, 2023, 12:30 PM – Mar 25, 2023, 1:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy E, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Yoga helps everybody focus on their bodies, their form, balance and breath. Join us, for 30 minute flow yoga classes on three Saturdays in March.
  • Bhangra Workshop
    Bhangra Workshop
    Bhangra Workshop
    Fri, Feb 17
    Morrisville
    Feb 17, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Feb 17, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Bhangra is an energetic folk dance form that originated from Punjab, India. Today, it’s the newest dance, music, and fitness phenomenon spreading all over the world. Learn Bhangra at this one session class and join in the fun! $25. per student
  • Yoga for Wellbeing - January Session
    Yoga for Wellbeing - January Session
    Multiple Dates
    Yoga for Wellbeing - January Session
    Sat, Jan 21
    Morrisville
    Jan 21, 2023, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy E, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Jan 21, 2023, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy E, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Yoga helps everybody focus on their bodies, their form, balance and breath. Join us, for 30 minute flow yoga classes on three Saturdays in January.
  • Mithila / Madhubani Art Godna Style for adults
    Mithila / Madhubani Art Godna Style for adults
    Mithila / Madhubani Art Godna Style for adults
    Sat, Dec 17
    Zoom details to follow.
    Dec 17, 2022, 10:00 AM – Dec 18, 2022, 12:00 PM
    Zoom details to follow.
    Dec 17, 2022, 10:00 AM – Dec 18, 2022, 12:00 PM
    Zoom details to follow.
    An online workshop for adults - Dec 17th and Dec 18th 10 am to 12 noon EST.
  • Mithila / Madhubani Art Godna Style for children (7 - 15) 2 days
    Mithila / Madhubani Art Godna Style for children (7 - 15) 2 days
    Mithila / Madhubani Art Godna Style for children (7 - 15) 2 days
    Fri, Dec 16
    Leela Studio
    Dec 16, 2022, 5:30 PM – Dec 18, 2022, 3:00 PM
    Leela Studio, 1018, Suite E, Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Dec 16, 2022, 5:30 PM – Dec 18, 2022, 3:00 PM
    Leela Studio, 1018, Suite E, Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    An in-person workshop for children (7 - 15 yo) - Dec 16th 5:30pm to 7:30pm EST and Dec 18th 1 pm to 3pm EST.
  • Bal Krishna Leela in Warli
    Bal Krishna Leela in Warli
    Bal Krishna Leela in Warli
    Mon, Aug 15
    Morrisville
    Aug 15, 2022, 12:00 PM – Aug 19, 2022, 1:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy suite e, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    Aug 15, 2022, 12:00 PM – Aug 19, 2022, 1:00 PM
    Morrisville, 1018 Morrisville Pkwy suite e, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
    A week long summer series for children ages 7 - 15 years.
  • IMPORTANT UPDATE! Bharata Natyam Performance by Shweta Prachande
    IMPORTANT UPDATE! Bharata Natyam Performance by Shweta Prachande
    IMPORTANT UPDATE! Bharata Natyam Performance by Shweta Prachande
    Sat, Jun 18
    North Carolina Museum of Art
    Jun 18, 2022, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
    Jun 18, 2022, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
    "Shweta Prachande belongs to the new age of millennial dancers who are taking tradition to a world-wide audience open to diverse experiences," says the post in Indian Express.
  • IMPORTANT UPDATE! Shweta Prachande Workshop - Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Level
    IMPORTANT UPDATE! Shweta Prachande Workshop - Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Level
    IMPORTANT UPDATE! Shweta Prachande Workshop - Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Level
    Wed, Jun 15
    In-person or Virtual depending on level
    Jun 15, 2022, 10:00 AM – Jun 18, 2022, 12:00 PM
    In-person or Virtual depending on level
    Jun 15, 2022, 10:00 AM – Jun 18, 2022, 12:00 PM
    In-person or Virtual depending on level
    The Classical dance of Bharata Natyam, with its vast vocabulary of movements and time-tested format gives intense scope for the dancer to delineate expressions into abstract rhythmic sequences as well as evocative narratives.
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