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2024 EVENTS

PERFORMANCES | WORKSHOPS | FESTIVALS

EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Namaste by
 Mahesh Raghvan & Nandini Shankar

Sat 30 November | 5.30pm | £27/ £22/ £17 (£25/ £20/ £15 use code BVB2024)
Mahesh Raghvan and Nandini Shankar, renowned classical musicians are presenting an unique musical evening 'Namaste: A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation'.
Blending traditional ragas with contemporary elements, 'Namaste' offers a unique opportunity to experience the magic of Carnatic and Hindustani classical music.
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Kalakriti presents - Deepotsav 2024

Kalakriti, invites you all to join us in the celebration of Deepavali at Deepotsav on Saturday, 23rd November, 2024. Filled with lore, tradition, festivities and performances. Grab your tickets now.

Sat 23 Nov | 4.30pm - 6.00pm | £12 (£10 if booked using code BVB2024)

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Heritage Connect presents Pt Anol Chatterjee concert with Teerna and Arya

Join us Heritage Connect for an evening of musical extravaganza by
Pandit Anol Chattopadhyay, one of the finest Indian Classical artists along with Arya and Teerna, artists who are based in London.

Sun 24 November | 5.00pm | £25/ £20/ £12

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'AUNTY' - A tribute to our guru

‘Aunty - A Tribute to Our Guru’  will honour and celebrate the memory and legacy of Smt. Sivasakthi Sivanesan through performances by P. Unnikrishnan & his daughter Uthara Unnikrishnan who will be accompanied by live musicians.

All donations and  proceeds going to Vani Fine Arts for building an IT centre in Avisavilla, Sri Lanka. 

Fri 29 November | 6.00pm | £25/ £15

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Music workshop by Mahesh Raghvan & Nandini Shankar

Mahesh Raghvan and Nandini Shankar, renowned classical musicians, will be conducting a workshop for music enthusiasts to learn and explore the art form. Whether you're a budding musician or an admirer of the genre, this workshop promises to be an enriching experience that deepens your understanding and appreciation of Indian classical music.

Sat 30 November | 11.00am - 12.00pm | £10

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The Bhavan presents Namaste by Mahesh Raghvan & Nandini Shankar

Join the artistic couple Mahesh Raghvan and Nandini Shankar for an enthralling Indian classical fusion performance 'Namaste' - a blend of traditional ragas with contemporary elements at The Bhavan.

Sat 30 November | 5.30pm | £27/ £22/ £17 (£25/ £20/ £15 use code BVB2024)

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Guru Prakash Yadagudde presents Nrityaanjali

Join us at The Bhavan for an evening of Bharatanatyam by the students of Guru Prakash Yadagudde. As the students showcase their art, experience the beauty and rich, multifaceted nature of this classical dance form.

Sun 1 December | 6.00pm | £22/ £17 (£20/ £15use code BVB2024)

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Vidyaamagna:Weaving Choreography & Inhabiting Culture 

A Double Bill: Live Dance performance & Film - Imagined India

A first of its kind, The Bhavan celebrates choreography in dance and film, bringing trailblazing International artists to the audience.
This celebration of cultural exchange positions Sezincote as a compelling backdrop for the filming of a Bharatanatyam performance exploring themes of cultural exchange expression and change through the traditional dance form. In part, encouraging and examining those aspects of culture that the Indian diaspora brings to Britain today.

Sat 7 December | 6.30pm | £22/ £17/ £12 (£20/ £15/ £10 use code BVB2024)

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Dharohar: An evening showcasing Students of Ashwini Kalsekar

Dharohar: An evening showcasing the performances of Ashwini Kalsekar's students (KKMUKCIC). This event promises to be a celebration of their journey and achievements in Kathak and support these talented students as they present the culmination of their hard work, learning, and dedication.

Sun 8 December | 5.30pm - 7.30pm | £20/ £18

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The Bhavan's Christmas celebrations

The Bhavan celebrates Christmas with a programme of carols and dances.

All are welcome to join the celebrations.

Sun 15 December | 1.00pm | Entry Free, registration required 

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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.