This poster for our production "Abha" at Teatro Astra in Torino, Italy, captures the scale and artistry we bring to international stages. Curating events like this allows us to share the rich narrative of the Ramayana through Bharatanatyam with a global audience.
The Punyah Dance Festival is my passion project, a space for artists and art lovers to connect. This poster announces our third edition, a two-day immersive experience at Bangalore's iconic Ravindra Kalakshetra, filled with performances, workshops, and discussions.
The Punyah Theatre is our home base, an intimate venue where we host powerful productions like "Nagamandala". This poster reflects the dramatic and atmospheric performances we curate, providing a platform for both our own company and other talented artists.
Taking our art to new audiences is a vital part of my work. This poster announces our USA tour, where we premiered our new production "Astithva" and conducted intensive workshops, connecting with the Indian classical dance community abroad.
Hosting masters like Guru Smt. Sucheta Chapekar for talks at The Punyah Theatre is a profound honor. These "Antarang" sessions are about understanding the world of legendary artists, bridging generations and preserving the depth of our traditions.
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Arts Curation & Event Management in Bengaluru

Events at Punyah Theatre in Kalkere; Manages events across Bengaluru
Parshwanath Upadhye

I run a space and festival where artists can perform, try new ideas, and connect with audiences, with open access and live streaming for wider reach.

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About Arts Curation & Event Management

I know what it means to wait for a stage—so I built one instead. My approach to arts curation & event management is rooted in my journey through dance (Nritya), learning (Kalike), and action (Karma). Everything I do is about making space for artists, both new faces and masters, to connect with real audiences and each other.

The Punyah Theatre: Hub for Creation

  • Our Bangalore venue is a living lab for the arts. Here, you’ll find everything from my own company’s shows to new works by other artists.
  • We keep things open—sometimes free, sometimes with just a small ticket—because art is for everyone.
  • Distance isn’t a barrier: we stream select performances live for a wider reach.

The Punyah Dance Festival: Where It All Comes Together

  • This interactive arts festival is a multi-day deep dive into classical dance—Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, and more.
  • Beyond performances, you’ll find lec-dems, panel chats, spontaneous jams, workshops, and big premieres.
  • It’s busy, messy, sometimes a bit chaotic, but always about genuine connection (and, honestly, the post-show gulab jamun doesn’t hurt).

Collaboration & Growth

  • I’m big on collaborative dance production—think unexpected pairings, new ideas, and platforms for emerging artist showcase.
  • The aim: push boundaries together, not just repeat what’s already been done.

Real talk? Managing events is never smooth. There’s always stress, surprises, some apashakunam lurking. But I’ve learned to stick with it. My job is to hold the space; yours is to bring the fire.

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Parshwanath Upadhye

Parshwanath Upadhye

My Story

Namaste, I’m Parshwanath. No shortcuts for me - I waited, doubted, got rejected, then built my own stage. Punyah Theatre in Bangalore? That’s my crazy dream come true, a spot for artists who don’t want to wait for someone else’s approval. I find joy in silly things like tummy jitters before shows or hunting for the perfect tiger photo. My humor’s a bit off, memes everywhere. I believe in making art with joy, fire, and a stubborn heart.

My Work

Bharatanatyam & Collaborations - I perform Bharatanatyam, sometimes mixing it up with Yakshagana or Kathak in productions like 'Tyāg' and 'Samvād'.

Teaching & Antar Shaala - I teach dance at Upadhye School, from online classes to Bharatanatyam residential workshops at Abhyasa Shaala. Expect memes, discipline, and finding your own voice.

Experimental Productions - I love retelling classics - like Mahabharata dance retelling in 'Maya', or new takes in 'NagaMandala' and 'Abha'.

Punyah Theatre & Festivals - We run Punyah Theatre, organize Punyah Dance Festival, Nartaka Festival - a place for all to dance, learn, and just be.

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