THE HOME OF INDIAN ARTS
Where the students of today become the Gurus of tomorrow

2025 EVENTS

PERFORMANCES | WORKSHOPS | FESTIVALS

EVENT SPOTLIGHT

THE BHAVAN'S FOUNDER'S DAY 2025

Sat 25 & Sun 26 January | 3PM – 6PM | £15 (£13 use code BVB2025)
At the beginning of every year, The Bhavan proudly hosts annual Founders’ Day celebrations. Showcasing the talents and dedication of all our students, teachers, and staff, the weekend event is a grand celebration of Indian Classical Arts and the future torch bearers. It is a chance to applaud the students honing their skills at The Bhavan.
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Iyengar Yoga Workshop

Join Suzanne and Elaine, experienced Iyengar Yoga teachers at The Bhavan, for a workshop exploring key aspects of the practice. Ideal for students with six months of experience, the session includes refreshments and a restorative/pranayama afternoon. Full-day or morning-only options are available.

Sat 11 January | Full day: 10.30am – 4pm | £45 | Half day: 10.30am – 1.30pm | £30 

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Hindi Language Workshop

A fun, interactive Hindi workshop for beginners! Learn practical language skills and explore Hindi’s culture, with a focus on conversation and Bollywood references, ideal for children, young adults, and parents.

Sun 12 January | 12pm – 5pm | £30 | Snacks will be available

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THE BHAVAN'S FOUNDER'S DAY 2025

 At the beginning of every year, The Bhavan proudly hosts annual Founders’ Day celebrations. Showcasing the talents and dedication of all our students, teachers, and staff, the weekend event is a grand celebration of Indian Classical Arts and the future torch bearers. It is a chance to applaud the students honing their skills at The Bhavan.

Sat 25 & Sun 26 January | 3PM – 6PM | £15 (£13 use code BVB2025)

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The Bhavan's celebrates Republic Day

The Chairman and Executive Committee of The Bhavan UK invite you to celebrate India's Republic Day. The event will be graced by Chief Guest His Excellency Mr. Vikram Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India.

6.30 – 7.00 pm: Snacks
7.00 pm: Speeches followed by a short cultural programme of patriotic songs and dances.

Thur 6 February | 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start | Entry Free, registration required 

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Bluefeather Studios presents Thamizhum Naanum

Led by Sanjay Subrahmanyan, is a celebrated Carnatic music experience focusing on Thamizh Kirithis. Captivating audiences through virtual presentations, showcasing rare and timeless compositions.

Sat 15 February | 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start | £45/£40

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YATRA - THE BHAVAN'S ANNUAL YOUTH FESTIVAL

The Bhavan is proud to present the annual youth festival 2024. Our aim with the festival is to create an open platform for emerging Indian Classical artists across the music and dance genres from London and beyond to showcase their talents and creativity. We are delighted to host over 15 groups performances across the genres of Indian Classical Arts and do our bit in fostering the next generation of artists.

Sat 22 & Sun 23 February | 4pm onwards | £18 (£16 use code BVB2025)

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THE BHAVAN CELEBRATES SHIVARATRI

The Bhavan welcomes you to The Shivaratri puja celebrations. The festival is celebrated by remembering lord Shiva with Vedic Pooja, chanting, music, and dance performances by students of The Bhavan. Prasad will be served in the form of dinner.
Event sponsored by Smt. Pratibha Sharma and family.

Wed 26 February | 4pm onwards | £2 (Dinner as prasad) 

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A glimpse into the activities and events of The Bhavan

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120
Classes a Week
23
Subjects
100+
concerts each year

OUR VISION

As the largest center for classical Indian arts and culture outside India, The Bhavan is committed to ensuring the rich artistic and cultural heritage of India is alive and available to all.

Aim high, see big, judge widely

Unique Performance Opportunities

From small ensembles and concerts to performing at the most prestigious venues in the UK, The Bhavan offers incomparable stage experience for performers at all levels.  There are even opportunities for international tours at the highest level. 

BENEFITS OF OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS

The UK's top instructors with visiting guest teachers from around the World

PRACTICAL APPROACH

Our practical training courses are carefully structured to take you from complete beginner to advanced level in the shortest possible time. The only limitation is your dedication!

VIBRANT COMMUNITY

Learning is more fun with friends, especially when it comes to performances and concerts. The Bhavan is as much about community spirit as it is individual progress. Come join us.

FOR YOUR CAREER

If you are a looking for professional level support then we have the highest qualified teachers in the UK.
Let The Bhavan help you reach higher than ever before.

Term Dates 2024/25

Timetable and Fees
Autumn Term : 14 September - 15 December 2024
Spring Term : 4 January - 17 April 2025
Summer Term : 26 April - 10 July 2025

THEORY EXAM : 12 & 13 July 2025
SUMMER SCHOOL : 19 July - 10 August 2025

DEADLINES AND REQUIREMENTS 2024/25

DEADLINE: Avail yearly fee payment by 13 October 2024
REQUIREMENTS: Attending exams requires minimum 60% attendance in an academic year.
 All classes have a minimum age requirement of 8  years.
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KIND WORDS FROM OUR STUDENTS...  :)

"This short course reminded us how versatile guruji’s knowledge is. Not only did we learn the scales and their names in Western and South Indian music, but the compositions he carefully selected from his own compositions and his gurus’, we could see the different styles of music while using the same scale. Having a fellow student who played different instrument than sitar was a new experience for me." 

RAMA
Sitar Short COurse
2021
"Summer School has given students a fantastic opportunity to really absorb and engage with something that they love, something that is very much part of their soul. Dance has fantastic health benefits, from a physical and also a mental health and well-being perspective. There couldn't be a more apt time for people to be doing what makes them sane and what makes them happy in this quarantine world."

LaksHmi
Bharatanatyam Summer School
2020
"The creativeness that you guys are coming out with to help your students, like they can practice in their square yard and do what they need to do is fantastic. Normally we are all practising together and we get to feel Guruji's groove. Being able to get that across online, from the student's point of view, to come from nothing and that emptiness to having that for our mental health and having that relationship of 'you can improve' is fantastic."
Deeptarka
 Tabla Summer School
2020

Thank you to our Sponsors

The work of The Bhavan would not be possible without the support of our many sponsors and donors. 

If you would like to help The Bhavan bring Indian cultural activities further in to the community then please visit our Sponsor Page:
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Our gratitude to The Kamini and Vindi Banga Family trust for their support and sponsorship of our much loved annual
Ravi Shankar Memorial Concert Series.