A Stage for All
Events
Bharatanatyam is a beautiful and profound art form, traditionally believed to have divine origins. While mastering this art is a lifelong journey, every milestone along the way deserves to be celebrated.
At Shanti Kala Nikketan, we believe Bharatanatyam is a Sadhana — a path of discipline, self-discovery, and personal growth that nurtures creativity, confidence, and empathy. We believe every dancer deserves a platform to perform, express themselves, and celebrate their progress, regardless of their stage of learning.
Through our events, we create meaningful opportunities for every student to experience the joy of performing and grow as both an artist and an individual.
Flying High
Udaan
Udaan, meaning “flight,” is Shanti Kala Nikketan’s celebration of artistic growth and a humble offering to the timeless art of Bharatanatyam. It provides a platform for our dancers to celebrate their achievements and take another step forward in their lifelong journey of learning.
Why Udaan
Every dancer encounters challenges along this journey, but with the guidance of a Guru, these challenges become opportunities for growth. Just as the Hamsa (swan) is traditionally believed to separate milk from water, a Guru helps the Shishya develop the wisdom to recognise the essence of the art, overcome limitations, and discover the freedom to explore.
Through Udaan, our dancers spread their wings, embrace new possibilities, and aspire to greater heights — guided by tradition, dedication, and the joy of dance.
Udaan 2025
Kalakshetra Foundation, Chennai
PlaylistUdaan 2023
Narada Gana Sabha, Chennai
The Debut
Arangetrams
An Arangetram marks a significant milestone in a Bharatanatyam dancer’s journey — their formal debut as a performer, reflecting years of dedication, discipline, perseverance, and artistic growth.
At Shanti Kala Nikketan, we believe an Arangetram is not merely a grand performance, but a celebration of the student’s transformation as both an artist and an individual. It is a journey of self-discovery, confidence, responsibility, and deeper understanding of the art, nurtured through the guidance of the Guru.
For us, an Arangetram is not the culmination of learning, but the beginning of a new chapter — one that inspires the dancer to continue exploring, evolving, and growing with humility and devotion.
Jahnavi Sivasubramanyam
Kalakshetra Foundation, Chennai
Kirusanthini
Black Box, Chennai
Now head of the Scarborough branch.
Aparna Manu
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Chennai
The academy’s first student to reach her debut.
Beyond the Debut
Solo
Aparna Manu
Music Academy, Chennai
A platform for dancers to present individual performances, explore diverse repertoire, and establish their own artistic identity.
Together in Harmony
Ensemble
SKN Ensemble brings dancers together to celebrate Bharatanatyam through temple festivals, cultural celebrations, and invited performances. Rooted in tradition, teamwork, and devotion, these experiences nurture confidence, artistic expression, and the joy of performing together.
Nada Sudha
27th Annual Music & Dance Festival
Chennai
Samarpanam Festival
Athma Academy, Chennai
Maha Shivaratri
Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Chennai
Jeevan Utsav
Online, 6 countries
The promo for the festival.
Beyond Boundaries
Outreach
Through SKN Outreach, we share the joy of Bharatanatyam with diverse communities through NGOs, special schools, temples, and cultural initiatives. These meaningful experiences nurture empathy, inclusivity, and compassion, reminding our dancers that art is not only about performing, but also about connecting and giving back.
Foundation of Deaf Women
SKN Teachers
Chennai
Dorai Foundation
Jahnavi Sivasubramanyam
Chennai
Toronto Temple Festival
Kirusanthini
Canada
These are three of the academy’s outreach programmes. The rest are gathered in one playlist on YouTube.
The gallery
Every class, every stage
196 photographs and videos, from every class and batch to Udaan, the Arangetrams and the festivals. Explore the globe, or find your child by venue and batch.
As it happens
From the academy’s Instagram
The gallery is the record. This is the week — rehearsals, costume days, and whatever happened last night.
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