Bharatanatyam Performances and Global Tours
I bring the tradition and energy of Bharatanatyam to stages worldwide. From intimate solo Margam recitals to large-scale productions like 'Abha' and 'Maya', explore my upcoming tour schedule and performance dates here.
The poster for our 2025 USA tour, featuring performances and workshops with Adithya PV. We are excited to premiere our new work, 'Astithva'.
An announcement for our upcoming Margam performance in Boston with Adithya PV. We look forward to sharing some of our most interesting compositions.
A detailed schedule for our California and Portland tour dates, including workshops and the premiere of 'Astithva: Tale of the Pregnant King'.
The schedule for our North Carolina and Boston tour, with details on intensive workshops and our performance at Surabhi '25.
The first announcement for our next big project, 'Māyā', a retelling of the Mahabharata, premiering in 2025 in Bangalore and Mumbai.
An announcement for 'Mitra', a production I directed for my student Suvin Prasad. It's a joy to guide and support the next generation of artists.
The poster for our performance at the Diwali 2024 celebrations in Rome. We are honored to be a part of the 'Festa della luce' (Festival of Light).
About this collection
When you book a performance, you aren't just getting a dancer; you are getting a full production. Whether it's a solo Margam recital or a large group show, we travel with our own live music ensemble—vocalists, mridangam, and violin/flute players—to ensure the rhythm is live, not recorded. It’s physically demanding, yes, but it is the only way to keep the art form breathing on stage.
My performance calendar is a mix of solo Margam recitals, collaborative duets like 'Atah', and large-scale ensemble pieces with the Punyah Dance Company.
What I Bring to the Stage
- Solo Margam: The core of Bharatanatyam. It is just me, the orchestra, and the audience, exploring complex rhythms and traditional storytelling.
- Theatrical Productions: Works like 'Abha' (Ramayana retelling) and 'Maya' (Mahabharata) involve 8-12 dancers, cinematic lighting, and custom stage design. These are built for proscenium stages and large venues.
- Collaborations: I often work with Kathak and Yakshagana artists to blend traditions, creating works that push the boundaries of classical Indian dance.
Logistics and Tech
We handle our own lighting design and stage management to maintain the aesthetic integrity of each show. For touring, we require specific tech checks and a live acoustic setup. I am currently touring extensively across India and internationally, including dates in the USA and Europe. Whether you are an event organizer looking for a featured production or a dance school looking to host an intensive workshop, reach out to discuss the requirements. All performances are supported by my team at Punyah Theatre to ensure everything from the sound check to the final bow is handled with professional precision.
Parshwanath Upadhye
I’m Parshwanath. I don’t believe in shortcuts—I believe in nritya, kalike, and karma. Whether I’m performing a solo Margam or touring with my ensemble, I show up with fire and a stubborn heart to tell stories that matter.
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