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Indo-American Arts Council Non-profit organization that raises awareness of Indian art forms and artists.

The Hunter and the Archer: Divine Duel between Shiva and Arjuna.Shiva arrives in disguise, a hunter testing the greatest...
09/07/2026

The Hunter and the Archer: Divine Duel between Shiva and Arjuna.

Shiva arrives in disguise, a hunter testing the greatest archer alive. Arjuna answers with dazzling brilliance, every arrow proof of his mastery.

Yet the true climax is quieter: the moment he sheds his ego and skill gives way to surrender.

Ganesh Vasudev and Nitya Narasimhan bring the Kiraatarjuniyam legend to the stage with their own interpretive and artistic liberties, hunter and archer illuminating each other in a duel of skill, strength and devotion.

Day 1 | Sept 19 | 6 PM
Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College, NYC

Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2026

Tickets from $20
Book your tickets now: www.iaac.us​

09/06/2026

Experience the innovative artistry of Aparna Sindhoor and Anil Natyaveda through their signature dance theater style, Sindhoor Natya.

Performing on Day 2 – September 20 | 6 PM

The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College,
68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues, New York City.

Acclaimed artists and co-directors of Sindhoor Natya – Navarasa, Aparna Sindhoor and Anil Natyaveda are known for blending Mysore-style Bharatanatyam, Kalaripayattu, and contemporary performance into a distinctive dance-theater language.

They will present All About Love (Prema Mayi), an Indian contemporary dance-theater work exploring the many dimensions of love through movement, music, and storytelling.

Erasing Border Dance Festival
Sept 19–20, 2026

Details at www.iaac.us

IndianContemporaryDance

People we care about are in crisis. Families we know need help. This is personal. Join us for the Erasing Borders Dance ...
09/05/2026

People we care about are in crisis. Families we know need help. This is personal.

Join us for the Erasing Borders Dance Festival Sept 19–20 at Kaye Playhouse.

Part of every ticket goes to Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund, Government of Nepal.

Tickets: www.iaac.us

09/05/2026

Kathak artist and Fulbright Nehru scholar Radha Varadan shares a work that blends technique, storytelling, and innovation.

Performing on Day 2 - September 20 | 6 PM

The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College,
68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues, New York City.

She will present a distinctive Kathak work that blends together nritta and abhinaya, bringing the emotions of a young nayika into a vibrant Tarana in Raag Bhageshree and Jhap Taal.

As part of the Erasing Borders Dance Festival September 19–20, 2026

Ticket details at www.iaac.us

09/05/2026

Award-winning choreographer Preeti Vasudevan brings her bold contemporary perspective to the Erasing Borders Dance Festival 2026.

Performing on Day 1 – September 19 | 6 PM

At The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College,

68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues, New York City.

She will present Conversations with Cunningham and Cage, an exploration of emotion, creativity and cultural dialogue through dance and music.

Erasing Border Dance Festival
Sept 19–20, 2026

Details at www.iaac.us

The 18th Annual Erasing Borders Dance Festival featured in The Diaspora Bi-weekly Federation of Indian Associations NY N...
09/04/2026

The 18th Annual Erasing Borders Dance Festival featured in The Diaspora Bi-weekly Federation of Indian Associations NY NJ NE
Presented by the Indo-American Arts Council, New York's premier festival of Indian dance returns to Manhattan with an extraordinary two-night showcase of classical, martial, and contemporary disciplines.
Experience master exponents and visionary ensembles redefining Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak, Odissi, Mohiniyattam, and Kalaripayattu live on stage.
Dates: September 19–20, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Venue: The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College, NYC
Tickets: Starting from $20
Secure your tickets - https://kayeplayhouse.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=170

09/04/2026

Rooted in tradition and shaped by years of artistic exploration, Ganesh Vasudev and Nitya Narasimhan present an evening of Bharatanatyam.

Performing on Day 1 - September 19 | 6 PM

The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College,
68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues, New York City.

Bharatanatyam artists and choreographers, they bring together tradition, artistry, and storytelling shaped by decades of training and performance.

Their presentation features work inspired by mythology and devotion, including Kiraataarjuniyam, a duel between Arjuna and Shiva over the Pashupatastra

Erasing Border Dance Festival
Sept 19–20, 2026

Details at www.iaac.us

09/04/2026

The Shila Mehta Trio presents a compelling Kathak work rooted in storytelling, rhythm, and reflection.

Performing on Day 1 – September 19 | 6 PM

At The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College,
68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues, New York City.

A distinguished Kathak artist, scholar, and educator, Shila Mehta has dedicated over four decades to advancing the classical dance tradition.

The trio will present Nimitta, a powerful Kathak work inspired by the story of Shikhandi, exploring identity, destiny, and purpose.

Erasing Border Dance Festival
Sept 19–20, 2026

Details at www.iaac.us

People we care about are in crisis. Families we know need help. This is personal.Join us for the Erasing Borders Dance F...
09/03/2026

People we care about are in crisis. Families we know need help. This is personal.

Join us for the Erasing Borders Dance Festival Sept 19–20 at Kaye Playhouse.

Part of every ticket goes to Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund, Government of Nepal. Tickets: www.iaac.us

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