Past Events

Mandala Arts and Culture Society presents a bharata natyam performance by students and graduates of the academy. Bharata natyam is one of the many Indian classical dance styles, originally performed in the temples of South India by the devadasis as an offering to the gods. Come enjoy the beauty and depth of this intricate dance form by graduates Kiruthika Rathanaswami, Malavika Santhosh, Veena and Krishna Vinod, Aishwarya Roshan, Nikisha Khare, Madhavi and Nandini Soni, Chandhana Nambiar, Ria Goel, Shayna Dandina, senior students Melanie Chevrier and Hamsini Venkatramani and beginner students of the academy.

A dedicated tabla workshop for Kathak accompaniment with Guru Pt. Fateh Singh Gangani.

An immersive two-day Kathak workshop led by Guru Rajendra Gangani Ji.

20th NAAD Festival — a mesmerizing fusion of Indian classical, fusion, Bollywood, and Western music & dance.

Have you ever experienced the history and artistry of Indian Classical Dance? Join us for an afternoon of discovery and movement! Manipuri dance rises from Manipur like a living poem, where every movement flows with quiet grace and devotion. It brings to life the divine love of Krishna and Radha, weaving rhythm, emotion, and storytelling into a mesmerizing performance. Arno Kamolika, who began her dance career as a student and practitioner of Manipuri dance, will walk us through her personal journey in dance through demonstration and discussion. Come for a short live performance and a rich conversation about where this dance comes from, what it means, and how it moves. No background in dance required, just an open mind! Presented through the ICMSV dance division, Aṣṭa Alliance, in partnership with Vancouver Public Library, and generously funded by VPL Foundation donors.

20th NAAD Festival — a vibrant youth celebration of Indian classical, fusion, Bollywood, and Western music & dance.

Experience the magic of Indian classical music with renowned vocalist Ankita Joshi! An unforgettable evening filled with soulful ragas and timeless compositions. Accompanied by Mohan Bhide on harmonium and Sunny Matharu on tabla.

A Bharatanatyam dance production with live Carnatic music, celebrating collaboration, mentorship, and cultural continuity.

A showcase of Indian classical music and dance, in the spirit of sahabhāva: coexistence, community, and coming together.

Celebrating International Day of Dance with performances in Port Coquitlam.