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Performances

The stage, in stills.

A growing archive of classical Indian dance performances - across Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam, and Kuchipudi - recitals, and stage work by Devi Nandana and the students of Kalpa Arts. Video reels are published on Instagram and YouTube.

Devi Nandana in full Bharatanatyam costume during a stage performance.
Margam recital · 2024
Devi Nandana in a seated classical dance pose on stage.
Aramandi posture · Padam
Devi Nandana showing facial abhinaya in Bharatanatyam.
Abhinaya · navarasa work
Devi Nandana performing a wide classical dance pose on a public stage.
Public stage performance
Group Bharatanatyam choreography with Devi Nandana leading.
Group choreography
Devi Nandana in green Bharatanatyam costume framed against a stage backdrop.
Stage portrait · Varnam

On stage

What a Kalpa Arts recital looks like.

Recitals are introduced gradually. Beginners take part in in-classroom showings before a small parent-only recital; technique-stage students perform short items in school showcases; performance-stage students lead full-length items including Varnam, Padam, and Tillana at public stages.

Stage one

Classroom showings

Short, low-stakes showings for parents and family - the first taste of performing without the pressure of a stage.

Stage two

School showcases

Curated annual showcases bringing together students from the technique programme - group items and short solos with full costume.

Stage three

Public stage & arangetram

Senior performance students take part in selected public recitals; the few who reach arangetram are guided through every step of the preparation.

Be part of the next recital

Enquire about training and performance opportunities.

Whether you are starting out or preparing for arangetram, share the student's name, age, location, and prior experience to begin the conversation.

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Class arrangements in Kollam, Kerala; Chennai, Tamil Nadu; or online.