Call Directions Website Contact the organisation

Milap Milap is the UK's National Indian Arts Development Trust | Education | Artist Development | Performance

OUR MISSION

To Unite Hearts through Arts

OUR VISION

Milap is Britain’s leading Indian arts development trust, producing world class performances, education and artist development opportunities across the UK. We are a British Art Organisation specialising in Indian Arts with a strong track record of creating and delivering ground breaking artistic projects nationally. Milap’s aim is to bringing people together by providing audiences, aspiring artists and teachers with memorable and inspirational experiences of Indian arts through a dynamic programme of performances, tours, commissions, festivals and innovative educational projects. In the exciting and challenging task of building and strengthening today’s multicultural Britain, our committed endeavour is to unite the hearts and minds of all communities through an exhilarating celebration of arts and culture. In other words, our aim is “to Unite Hearts through Arts,” by giving our audiences memorable, inspirational experiences in Indian Arts through a year round programme of performances, tours, commissions, festivals and innovative educational projects which create and provide sustained career development opportunities for artists learning and practising different genres of Indian Arts. In recent years our educational projects have multiplied considerably, and our aim has been to inter-connect all our projects so that the maximum possible impact is made to the lives of our audiences and participants. In recent years, the Trust has created international partnerships and projects to further strengthen and widen our work, resulting in some exciting cross-cultural collaborations. Our principal work includes the three city Indian Music concert series, Samyo, the National Youth Orchestra for Indian Music, Tarang, the National Indian Music Ensemble, as well as career development opportunities for young music and dance practitioners of Britain. In 2016 we have embarked upon the creating as new National Choir for Indian Music in England. We deliver a very popular ArtsSchool at Liverpool Hope University, delivering excellent teaching courses in Indian Music and Dance. In the exciting and challenging task of building and strengthening today’s multicultural Britain, our committed endeavour is to try and unite the hearts and minds of all our communities through an exhilarating celebration of arts and culture.

11/10/2026

COMING SOON...

Discover the soulful sounds of Indian classical music in the intimate setting of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic's Music Room, on Friday 30th October at 7:30pm

At the heart of the evening is the santoor - a magnificent, hundred-stringed hammered dulcimer played with breathtaking dexterity by Sandip Chatterjee, a recipient of the President of India Award. Its rippling, bell-like tones fill the space, offering a genuine sense of calm and reflection.

Sandip will be joined by Milap’s Artist in Residence and master of the tabla, Kousic Sen. Kousic’s energetic and spontaneous rhythmic mastery adds a vibrant pulse that perfectly balances the delicate melodies of the santoor.

Together, the musicians create a brilliant musical dialogue that moves from quiet reflection to thrilling, high-energy crescendos. Whether you are an Indian music aficionado or looking to experience something entirely new, this performance promises to be an uplifting and deeply moving experience.

Tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/yxtmesvw

JUST ANNOUNCED FOR 2027Liverpool Philharmonic & Milap present Raghu Dixit TrioThe Raghu Dixit Trio brings together three...
09/10/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED FOR 2027

Liverpool Philharmonic & Milap present Raghu Dixit Trio

The Raghu Dixit Trio brings together three long-time collaborators – Raghu Dixit (vocals, acoustic guitar), Sanjay Kumar (guitars, bouzouki) and Akshay Ganesh (violin) – in an intimate new presentation of Raghu Dixit’s music.

Wednesday 27th January 2027, 8pm
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Music Room
Tickets here: www.liverpoolphil.com/events/raghu-dixit-trio/

Known internationally for the exuberance and energy of The Raghu Dixit Project, Raghu now turns the volume down and the focus inwards. The Trio was conceived as a way to explore the songs more closely with a focus on journeying the audiences through the stories behind Raghu’s song-making and emotion that sit at their heart.

Drawing from nearly three decades of song-writing, the repertoire moves between reimagined favourites from Raghu’s earlier albums, new compositions and unreleased material. Stripped back to voice, guitars, bouzouki and violin, the arrangements leave space for the songs to breathe and for the musicians to respond to each other and the audiences in the moment

THIS FRIDAY at unity theatreThis brand-new work from the award-winning Sonia Sabri Company aims to capture the feeling o...
08/10/2026

THIS FRIDAY at unity theatre

This brand-new work from the award-winning Sonia Sabri Company aims to capture the feeling of ‘home’ through the intricate movements and melodies of dancer and musician. Just as plants come to life in the daylight but wither away in the dark, ‘NIDA’ explores how a true home can nourish us, how the loss of home might break us and how to find home wherever we find ourselves.

Weaving together Classical Indian Dance and Music forms, audiences are taken on a candlelit journey through wordless storytelling, beatboxing, mime and percussive dance. The music is inspired by Qawwali and Sufi music and features a santoor, a rare hypnotic Indian instrument with its roots traced back to Persia and Central Asia.

Friday 9th October, 7:30pm at unity theatre
Tickets available here: https://tinyurl.com/3a6herab

Sonia Sabri is multi-award winning and one of the foremost Kathak dancers of her generation. She is known for her precise, graceful technique, command of rhythm and repertoire, plus an enquiring approach to developing the art form.
Artists

Sonia Sabri MBE – Artistic Director, Choreographer and Kathak Dance Artist.
Sarvar Sabri – Musical Director, Composer and Tabla Maestro.
Gulfam Sabri – Vocals, Santoor and Harmonium.
Pulkit Sharma – Duff and Chendra drums

Presented by Milap.
Funded by Arts Council England.

NEW SHOW FOR 2027Liverpool Philharmonic & Milap present Raghu Dixit TrioThe Raghu Dixit Trio brings together three long-...
06/10/2026

NEW SHOW FOR 2027

Liverpool Philharmonic & Milap present Raghu Dixit Trio

The Raghu Dixit Trio brings together three long-time collaborators – Raghu Dixit (vocals, acoustic guitar), Sanjay Kumar (guitars, bouzouki) and Akshay Ganesh (violin) – in an intimate new presentation of Raghu Dixit’s music.

Wednesday 27th January 2027, 8pm
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Music Room
Tickets here: www.liverpoolphil.com/events/raghu-dixit-trio/

Known internationally for the exuberance and energy of The Raghu Dixit Project, Raghu now turns the volume down and the focus inwards. The Trio was conceived as a way to explore the songs more closely with a focus on journeying the audiences through the stories behind Raghu’s song-making and emotion that sit at their heart.

Drawing from nearly three decades of song-writing, the repertoire moves between reimagined favourites from Raghu’s earlier albums, new compositions and unreleased material. Stripped back to voice, guitars, bouzouki and violin, the arrangements leave space for the songs to breathe and for the musicians to respond to each other and the audiences in the moment.

This November, join us to celebrate love and light with a very special Diwali session in collaboration with The Storybar...
04/10/2026

This November, join us to celebrate love and light with a very special Diwali session in collaboration with The Storybarn

Explore this magical space and share Diwali inspired stories and crafts✨

🗓️Saturday 7th November, 10am-11:30am
📍Storybarn at Calderstones Park
Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/3cwz3zsa

The Reader at Calderstones

Later this month, discover the soulful sounds of Indian classical music in the intimate setting of the Royal Liverpool P...
01/10/2026

Later this month, discover the soulful sounds of Indian classical music in the intimate setting of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic's Music Room, on Friday 30th October at 7:30pm

At the heart of the evening is the santoor - a magnificent, hundred-stringed hammered dulcimer played with breathtaking dexterity by Sandip Chatterjee, a recipient of the President of India Award. Its rippling, bell-like tones fill the space, offering a genuine sense of calm and reflection.

Sandip will be joined by Milap’s Artist in Residence and master of the tabla, Kousic Sen. Kousic’s energetic and spontaneous rhythmic mastery adds a vibrant pulse that perfectly balances the delicate melodies of the santoor.

Together, the musicians create a brilliant musical dialogue that moves from quiet reflection to thrilling, high-energy crescendos. Whether you are an Indian music aficionado or looking to experience something entirely new, this performance promises to be an uplifting and deeply moving experience.

Tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/yxtmesvw

THIS WEEKEND!Join our Kathak Intensive with Sanjukta SinhaMilapSpace Presents Its First LIVE Intensive, as Sanjukta brin...
25/09/2026

THIS WEEKEND!

Join our Kathak Intensive with Sanjukta Sinha

MilapSpace Presents Its First LIVE Intensive, as Sanjukta brings her world to London – immersive Kathak teaching shaped entirely by her own artistic vision, in a studio setting.

https://milapspace.com/course/kathak-intensive-with-sanjukta-sinha-london

Trained under the legendary Padma Vibhushan Kumudini Lakhia, Sanjukta Sinha is one of India’s foremost Kathak artists — recipient of the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar and a performer who has graced prestigious stages worldwide. Her movement language, her musicality, and her depth of understanding are rare qualities that define a truly exceptional artist. Through performance, pedagogy and choreography, she continues to inspire the next generation of dancers.

This is a rare opportunity to work directly with her across two days of focused guidance.

A foundation of our education and career pathway in Indian Arts, ARTS SCHOOL is back - Our term-time education programme...
22/09/2026

A foundation of our education and career pathway in Indian Arts, ARTS SCHOOL is back - Our term-time education programme based in Liverpool.

We're currently offering tabla classes with acclaimed Tabla player Kousic Sen, one of the foremost tabla players of his generation, recognised for his dynamic solo and collaborative work that’s seen him perform in some of the world’s most prestigious venues alongside leading musicians.

And Bharatanatyam dance classes with Dr. Supritha Aithal, an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer with a deep-rooted passion for the art form, having started her training at the age of five. With a PhD in Dance Movement Psychotherapy and an MFA in Bharatanatyam, her academic credentials are also complemented by a wealth of teaching experience from beginners to advanced students.

Get in touch to book your FREE trial lesson now by contacting our [email protected]

https://milap.co.uk/learn/arts-school/

21/09/2026

Sonia Sabri and Roopa Panesar will perform in Liverpool as Milap unveils its Autumn 2026 season of Indian music, dance and collaborations.

Address

MILAP, Studio C, 16 Jordan Street
Liverpool
L10BP

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+441512913949

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Milap posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organisation

Send a message to Milap:

Shortcuts

Share