The Chitresh Das Institute presents performances in kathak and the broader Indian classical arts that ignite the imagination. Through our community-based school and training programs, we are committed to empowering the next generation with the profound pedagogy, philosophy, and vision of kathak icon Pandit Chitresh Das.

Your gift sustains this living legacy by supporting:

The 2025 Tour of Chitresh Das Dance to NYC
The Teacher Fellowship, cultivating the next generation of kathak educators
The world premiere of Veil of Janki Bai, a groundbreaking new work by Charlotte Moraga and Alka Raghuram, premiering November 2025

While tuition and ticket sales cover only part of our costs, it is the generosity of our community that ensures kathak, and Pandit Das’s powerful legacy, will thrive for generations to come.

Season for Kathak 2025

Leave the next generation a legacy of knowledge, culture, and community

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