Chicago Tyagaraja Utsavam

10/01/2026

Chicago Tyagaraja Utsavam is glad to collaborate with Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple & RR International to present a concert by:

Kruthi Bhat (vocal)
Vittal Rangan (violin)
Vidwan R. Sankaranarayanan (mridangam)

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm
Venue : Suppiah Hall at Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple, Aurora, IL.

Tickets can be purchased at this link.
https://www.balaji.org/event/upcoming/grand-carnatic-fall-concert?eid=40432

Join us for an evening of music on October 3.

09/22/2026

A fitting finale to the CTU 50 Fall Festival.

Day 2 unfolded as a journey through Carnatic music’s rich lineage - from the timeless compositions of Syama Sastri and the musical legacy of Saint Tyagaraja’s disciples to a stirring concert by the Sai Sisters, accompanied by Mysore H.N. Bhaskar, Patri Satish Kumar and B. Shree Sundarkumar.

Srēshta by Nrithya Sangeeth brought the celebration to a vibrant conclusion through their dance production.

As the curtains close on this special weekend, we extend our sincere gratitude to every artist, participant, volunteer, sponsor, supporter and rasika who helped make CTU’s 50th-year Fall Festival so meaningful.

Listen as the Sai Sisters reflect on their CTU experience and share their wishes for this remarkable milestone.

09/21/2026

Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made the CTU 50 Fall Festival a grand celebration. We are deeply grateful to our artists, audience, sponsors, volunteers and supporters for helping us commemorate this milestone with such joy and enthusiasm.

Day 1 was a memorable celebration of music, storytelling and dance. From Dr. Jayanthi Kumaresh’s captivating Cup O’ Carnatic to Natya Dance Theatre’s powerful Sharira/Shariri, the day was filled with inspiring moments.

In this video, Dr. Jayanthi Kumaresh shares her experience at CTU and a few heartfelt words as we celebrate 50 remarkable years.

09/20/2026

Day 2 of the CTU 50 Fall Festival begins today at

The Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin.
Hemmens Auditorium,
45 Symphony Way,
Elgin, IL 60120, USA

Here’s the schedule:

10:00 AM – Syama Sastri Kritis
11:15 AM – Kritis of Sishyas of Tyagaraja
12:00 PM – Lunch
1:30 PM – Carnatic Concert by Sai Sisters
4:00 PM – Coffee and tea break
4:30 PM – Sréshta, a dance performance by Nrithya Sangeeth
6:30 PM – Dinner (updated time)

Tickets : https://givebutter.com/ctu-fall26

Food and refreshments are included with your ticket.

More event details : https://chicagotyagarajautsavam.org/archives/14016

09/19/2026

PLEASE NOTE: Day 1 ticket sales close at 3:30 PM today.

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster or at the North Shore Center box office until 3:30 PM. If you plan to attend today’s CTU Fall Festival programs, please purchase your tickets by then.

https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07006507E95DD858

Today is the day!

CTU Fall Festival Day 1 is here.

Join us at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie for an afternoon of music and dance.

2:30 PM — The Cup O’ Carnatic Show with Dr. Jayanthi Kumaresh
5:30 PM — Sharira/Shariri: Held Within by Natya Dance Theatre

Venue: 9501 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077.
Please allow time to park and find your seats.

PARKING & ENTRANCE

Free parking is available in the main lot directly east of the North Shore Center. Please do not park in the lot in front of the building; it is reserved for DoubleTree hotel and restaurant guests.

Enter through the Box Office Lobby on the north side of the building, next to the DoubleTree and the main parking lot. Please allow extra time to park and find your seats.

Parking Information:
https://www.northshorecenter.org/p/getconnected/directions–parking

Tickets :
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07006507E95DD858

Fall Festival Details :
https://chicagotyagarajautsavam.org/archives/14016

09/19/2026

Today is the day!

CTU Fall Festival Day 1 is here.

Join us at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie for an afternoon of music and dance.

2:30 PM — The Cup O’ Carnatic Show with Dr. Jayanthi Kumaresh
5:30 PM — Sharira/Shariri: Held Within by Natya Dance Theatre

Venue: 9501 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077.
Please allow time to park and find your seats.

PARKING & ENTRANCE

Free parking is available in the main lot directly east of the North Shore Center. Please do not park in the lot in front of the building; it is reserved for DoubleTree hotel and restaurant guests.

Enter through the Box Office Lobby on the north side of the building, next to the DoubleTree and the main parking lot. Please allow extra time to park and find your seats.

Parking Information:
https://www.northshorecenter.org/p/getconnected/directions–parking

Tickets :
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07006507E95DD858

Fall Festival Details :
https://chicagotyagarajautsavam.org/archives/14016

09/18/2026

CTU 50 Fall Festival : Before You Go

Join us Saturday, September 19, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie.

2:30 PM — The Cup O’ Carnatic Show with Dr. Jayanthi Kumaresh
5:30 PM — Sharira/Shariri: Held Within by Natya Dance Theatre

Parking: Free parking is available at the venue, just east of I-94 (Edens Expressway) on Skokie Boulevard. Please allow time to park and find your seat.

Have your Ticketmaster tickets ready on your phone. Collect physical tickets at the front desk. Food will be available for purchase.

Tickets are available onsite or online: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07006507E95DD858

More venue details: https://chicagotyagarajautsavam.org/archives/14016

CTU Fall Festival – September 19 & 20, 2026 August 8, 2026 by Chicago Tyagaraja Utsavam CTU invites you to attend our 2026 Fall Festival being held on September 19 & 20, 2026. Saturday, September 19 On the first day, we are excited to present 2 extremely unique programs: Program NameTime The Cup O...

09/17/2026

Experience an afternoon of exceptional Carnatic music with the Sai Sisters—Kiran and Nivi—at the CTU50 Fall Festival.

Accompanied by:

Mysore H. N. Bhaskar — Violin
Patri Satish Kumar — Mridangam
B. Shree Sundarkumar — Kanjira

Sunday, September 20, 2026
1:30 PM
Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL

Tickets: https://givebutter.com/ctu-fall26

09/16/2026

Celebrate 50 years of Chicago Tyagaraja Utsavam with two exceptional programs showcasing the beauty of Indian classical music and dance on September 19:

- The Cup O’ Carnatic Show - Dr. Jayanthi Kumaresh
- Sharira/Shariri: Held Within - Natya Dance Theatre

Visit their website to learn more and purchase tickets:
https://chicagotyagarajautsavam.org/archives/14016

09/16/2026

What is Cup O’ Carnatic?

Hear Vid. Jayanthi Kumaresh explain the vision behind this unique, interactive experience—an engaging journey into Carnatic music, its beauty, depth, and timeless appeal.

Join the 2026 Sangita Kalanidhi for an afternoon of music, conversation, and discovery.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 2:30 PM
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie

Tickets: https://chicagotyagarajautsavam.org/archives/14016



Jayanthi Kumaresh