Fall Festival Schedule and Guest Artists:

Oct 5 at 3:30 pm: Our very own Alif Laila will perform her Annual Concert for Peace. Read More. Join us for our Annual event that has become an audience favorite--come hear Alif create magic with her Sitar.

Oct 25 at 7:00 pm: Srimathi Shanta and Sri VP Dhananjayan with their senior disciple Padmarani Rasiah Cantu will be the featured artists performing Bhakti Maargam (The path of devotion) in the best traditions of Bharata Natyam. Don't pay full price--Subscribe to our Email List and get discount codes. Tickets available online at dakshina.tix.com. Read More.

Oct 26 at 4:00 pm: Dr. Mallika Sarabhai will perform In Search of the Goddess, a riveting dance drama work addressing women's issues. The highlight of the work is Sarabhai’s closing signature of Chitra Natyam, where she paints a figure with her feet while continuing to dance. Don't pay full price--Subscribe to our Email List and get discount codes. Tickets available online at dakshina.tix.com. Read More.

Oct 27-29: Bharata Natyam and Abhinaya Workshop with Srimathi Shanta and Sri VP Dhananjayan. Considered the living legends of India, they have an impeccable style that is known for its dynamic movement and intricate rhythms. Advanced Bharata Natyam students will learn a Padam and a Tillana during the day times, and all classical Indian dancers are invited to the Abhinaya workshop in the evenings. The workshop has limited slots available to ensure that each student gets to work one-on-one with both these wonderful teachers. Be sure to register early to avoid disappointment. Email Minakshi AT dakshina DOT org for more details. Click here for the Registration Form.

Dakshina wins Two Metro DC Dance Awards:

Dakshina won the Emerging Group and Excellence in Costume Design Award at the Metro DC Dance Awards at Kennedy Center on Septebmer 8, 2008. Read More.

Dakshina announces The Dhananjayan Fund:

Dakshina is establishing The Dhananjayans Fund to bring leading dancers from India to DC each fall as way of honoring the living legends of dance in India. You can play a KEY role in the development of our unique dance company and bring Indian arts to the forefront in the DC area. Read More.