Indian dance festival 'UTSAV' coming to Cardiff in 2025
Created by Cardiff-based Indian arts and culture company Samarpan, the festival aims to address the lack of consistent, high-quality classical Indian arts programming in Wales.
Dr Leena Menon and Dr Santosh Nair, directors of Samarpan, said: "UTSAV is a heartfelt offering to Wales, a celebration of classical Indian dance at its finest.
"Through UTSAV, we hope to deepen appreciation for these ancient forms and spark new conversations around identity, heritage, and the power of the arts to connect us all."
The festival will feature performances from both Samarpan students and internationally acclaimed artists from across the UK, and will showcase four major classical dance styles: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, and Odissi.
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