--- title: "Classical Dance Festivals in Bangalore | Punyah & Nartaka Events" description: "Join us for the Punyah and Nartaka Festivals in Bangalore. Experience immersive Bharatanatyam performances, lecture demonstrations, and workshops. Book your day passes now." canonical: https://mytribe.in/parshwanath_upadhye/bharatanatyam-dance-training-workshops/dance-festivals-community-events last_updated: 2025-09-08 --- # Classical Dance Festivals and Community Events in Bangalore Tribe Verified · Host of Punyah and Nartaka Festivals By [Parshwanath Upadhye](https://mytribe.in/parshwanath_upadhye) · Classes at NRI Layout & Chikhale; Workshops across Bengaluru; Online sessions available · ₹3,500 per workshop event (estimate) Part of [Bharatanatyam Dance Training & Workshops](https://mytribe.in/parshwanath_upadhye/bharatanatyam-dance-training-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/parshwanath_upadhye/bharatanatyam-dance-training-workshops/gallery) Festivals are where the art breathes outside the studio walls. From Ravindra Kalakshetra to our own theatre, we host gatherings for every rasika to watch, learn, and discuss the dance we love. ## Photos and videos - [Video: An invitation to the third edition of the Punyah Dance Festival. This two day event is packed with performances, workshops, and discussions from morning until evening.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c59cd86-6602-4ee7-a2db-30f151519a58) - ![The schedule for Day 1 of the Punyah Dance Festival, starting with a Tana Varnam performance by the students of Upadhye School of Dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c11e96a-f1d3-4dc2-8436-9fa2d6f5f7c2) - ![My workshop session on "Creating a dance production" at the Punyah Dance Festival 2024. I will be sharing my process and insights with fellow artists and students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c122a5d6-02ba-4045-83f8-0236e696efea) - ![The schedule for Day 2 of the Punyah Dance Festival, featuring an Adavu Jam session with Shri Adithya PV.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a1b5e55-3537-4974-b727-8317707c487d) - ![A lecture demonstration on "Shrungara in Dasa Pada" by Shri Karthik Hebbar, part of the diverse lineup for Day 2 of the Punyah Dance Festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/adf5ab9a-1f48-4ef0-9537-2a8605a4e2a2) - ![Day 2 of the festival also includes a lecture demonstration by Dr. Sheela Unnikrishnan, unveiling the "Marvels of Melattur Bani."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f04661bd-16b5-40f0-94a3-8de509d8e6c5) - ![A performance of "Tap Qudu Qudu Tum" by the students of Upadhye School of Dance, scheduled for the afternoon of Day 2 at the Punyah Dance Festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f269ce26-d06f-47a5-8559-e783ae9fc195) - ![Announcing the schedule for the Nartaka Festival 2025. Day 1 features a lecture demonstration on "Naayakaabhinaya" by Shri Arjun Bharadwaj at The Punyah Theatre.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6906aae0-3e5f-4ce8-a759-b4f87046042e) - ![The schedule for Day 2 of the Nartaka Festival, featuring a lecture demonstration on "Fragrances from Vrindavan" by Dr. Himanshu Srivastava.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0a41dbb-ee82-4a2d-9958-80b181d1cb3d) ## About Dance Festivals & Community Events These festivals aren't just about watching a performance and walking away. Whether it is an Adavu jam at Ravindra Kalakshetra or a lecture demonstration at The Punyah Theatre, we prioritize the exchange between artists and the audience. Expect full-day immersions where you can move from a morning lecture to an evening performance, engaging directly with the nuances of Bharatanatyam. Our festivals, like the Punyah Dance Festival and Nartaka Festival, serve as a meeting point for the community. The goal is simple: to make classical dance accessible and conversational. We curate these days to include lecture demonstrations—like those on *Naayakaabhinaya* or *Shrungara in Dasa Pada*—because understanding the 'why' behind a movement makes the 'how' much more powerful. You will find seasoned dancers and curious students sitting in the same rows. At Ravindra Kalakshetra, we host two-day events from 9 AM to 9 PM, designed to be intense yet inclusive. We believe that art shouldn't be locked behind elite barriers. This is why we keep tickets simple, offer day passes for full access, and ensure that whether you are an artist looking to refine your craft or a rasika wanting to deepen your appreciation, there is space for you. We also host smaller, intimate events at The Punyah Theatre to keep the dialogue going. If you are tired of formal, distant performances, this is the place to be. Check our latest schedule, grab a day pass, and let's engage with the artform beyond just the applause. ## About Parshwanath Upadhye I don't just perform; I build platforms because I know how hard it is to find a stage that lets you experiment. When I organize festivals like Punyah or Nartaka, I want the same fire I feel in my own rehearsals. Come by, watch a Lec-dem, and let’s talk shop about what makes classical dance tick. 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