We are taking our art to the world. This poster announces our upcoming USA tour with Adithya PV, where we will be premiering new work and conducting intensive workshops for dancers in America.
The heart of learning is in the listening and observing. This moment captures the deep concentration and emotional connection, or Bhava, of students as they absorb the details of a lesson.
The stage is where hard work transforms into art. Here is a student performing a piece from "Sādhana Kēri," a Bharatanatyam Margam based on the beautiful poetry of Da. Ra. Bendre.
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Bharatanatyam Dance Training & Workshops in Bengaluru

Classes at NRI Layout & Chikhale; Workshops across Bengaluru; Online sessions available
Parshwanath Upadhye

I teach Bharatanatyam through online classes, in-person workshops in India and abroad, and immersive residential retreats, focusing on daily practice, technique, and honest feedback for all levels.

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About Bharatanatyam Dance Training & Workshops

My Approach: Art, Learning, Action

Art isn’t just performance for me - it’s what I live. Nritya, Kalike, Karma. I’m all about the grind, the daily practice, not just the applause. The real journey is in showing up, sweating it out, laughing at yourself, and sometimes craving that gulab jamun after a tough session.

How We Train Together

I teach with Adithya PV, sometimes solo. Sessions happen in different ways:

  • Online Bharatanatyam classes (Antar Shaala) if you want to learn from anywhere
  • In-person workshops across India and abroad. We’ve held sessions in Mumbai, LA, Paris, Zurich, and more
  • Residential dance retreat at Punyah Abhyasa Shaala, Chikhale - a modern Gurukula setup for full immersion
  • Private or semi-private coaching for deeper, personal attention

What You’ll Get

We go through the basics like Adavus and key techniques. I teach full Margam training for experienced dancers, and unique choreographies - including Bharatanatyam abhinaya techniques and nritta. Some workshops are open to all, some only for those with solid years of practice behind them.

The Real Stuff

You’ll work hard, no sugarcoating. Sessions start on time, so 15-min early is best. Tenacity matters more than talent here. Don’t wait for someone else to call you up. Be the call. Show up. Let’s dance with joy and fire.

Meet your Expert

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.

4-18K
Typical range