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Jiva Performing Arts An NYC-based arts organization dedicated to Indian Classical music and dance
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Jiva Baithak Series: An Afternoon of Carnatic MusicJiva Performing Arts invites you to an intimate afternoon of Carnatic...
10/13/2026

Jiva Baithak Series: An Afternoon of Carnatic Music

Jiva Performing Arts invites you to an intimate afternoon of Carnatic music as part of our ongoing Baithak Series, bringing artists and audiences together in a space that encourages listening, connection, and a shared appreciation of music.

This special gathering features Shiv Subramaniam on vocals, accompanied by Tanisha Srivatsa on violin, Bala Skandan on mridangam, and Sabareesh Vishwanathan on kanjira.

Rooted in the tradition of the baithak—an informal, intimate musical gathering—this series offers audiences an opportunity to experience classical music up close, in a setting where the nuances of melody, rhythm, and improvisation can be fully appreciated.

Sunday, November 15, 2026
3:00 PM
Jiva Studio | Long Island City, Queens

Join us for an afternoon of beautiful music and community. Seating is limited, so advance reservations are encouraged.

🎟️ Reserve your spot! Link in bio.

09/28/2026

A glimpse of Lessons From My Mothers, filmed during our recent performance at the Making Moves Dance Festival.

We return with an excerpt at Lakshya’s inaugural Prelude this Sunday, October 4, featuring dancers Rithika Ashok, Pavitra Kumar, and Sonali Skandan.

We look forward to continuing to develop this work and sharing it with you. Get your tickets—link in bio!

Fall is here, and Jiva has a full season ahead—performances, workshops, classes, and opportunities to gather through dan...
09/17/2026

Fall is here, and Jiva has a full season ahead—performances, workshops, classes, and opportunities to gather through dance. See you all soon!

09/11/2026

Excited to return to Lessons from My Mothers as we prepare to share an excerpt next week. We’re so happy to welcome new cast member Pavitra and returning cast Rithika and Sonali and look forward to bringing this evocative work to a wider audience.

Join us at the Making Moves Dance Festival at Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, September 18–20. Get your tickets soon—link in bio. We’ll see you there!

08/18/2026

Find My Narrative

A beautiful journey of movement, storytelling, and self-expression. ✨

We’re excited to welcome Sreelakshmy Govardhanan for our next Cultivating Depth Workshop, happening September 13–15. Join us as we explore the art of creating and expressing our own narratives through dance. 🤍

Come learn, create, and discover your story with us!

📍 Jiva Studio
Link in our Bio

08/14/2026

Our official trailer is out! ✨

We’re so excited to finally share a glimpse of Lessons From My Mothers—a work that continues to grow and evolve, and that we’ll be sharing in new ways over the coming year.

First stop: a short excerpt at the wonderful Making Moves Dance Festival, September 18–20, hosted by JCAL.

We’ll be missing Aparna Shankar this time, but are so happy to be joined by Pavitra Kumar. ❤️

More soon!

08/12/2026

Rethinking araimandi through mobility, strength, and body awareness—so we can dance with greater stability, intention, and longevity.

August 24–28 | Jiva Studio, Long Island City ✨

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FIND MY NARRATIVEA Masterclass with Kuchipudi Exponent Smt. Sreelakshmy GovardhananDiscover the art of storytelling thro...
08/07/2026

FIND MY NARRATIVE

A Masterclass with Kuchipudi Exponent Smt. Sreelakshmy Govardhanan
Discover the art of storytelling through movement, breath, emotion, and abhinaya. This immersive masterclass explores expressive performance, choreography, and the many shades of rasa, helping participants find authenticity and depth in their artistry.

The workshop also focuses on interpreting and layering choreography, helping participants move beyond simply learning movements to understanding the intention, emotion and dramatic possibilities within every phrase.

Perfect for dancers, performers, and movement practitioners seeking to deepen their creative expression while staying rooted in tradition.

What you'll gain:
• A deeper understanding of abhinaya
• Stronger emotional expression through movement
• Meaningful interpretation of choreography
• Practical tools to enhance your performance and artistic voice

Join us - Ticket link in the bio

08/03/2026

Have you ever wondered why some hastas feel effortless while others never quite look the way you want them to?

The answer isn’t always more repetition.

In Part 1 of Back to Strength, we begin with the wrists and ankles—two areas that are often overlooked in Bharatanatyam training. By developing mobility, strength, and control, we create the foundation for cleaner hastas, more articulate footwork, and greater precision in our adavus.

Throughout the week, we’ll draw from yoga, Pilates, Kalaripayyattu, and Bharatanatyam to better understand how the body supports technique. We’ll then apply that awareness to our adavu practice before bringing it all together in movement.

Back to Strength
📅 August 24–28, 2026
📍 Jiva Studio | Long Island City, NYC

Registration is now open. Link in bio.

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