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Republic Day Reception – City Chambers, Edinburgh 26th January 2026 Ahalya Dance Academy was honoured to be invited once again to perform at the prestigious Republic Day Reception held at City Chambers, Edinburgh on 26th January 2026. For this distinguished occasion, Ahalya presented a distinctive fusion performance that seamlessly blended the classical vocabulary of Bharatanatyam […]

TRIYA – St Bride’s community Centre, Edinburgh 7th December 2025 Triya, organised by Ahalya Dance Academy, was a remarkable Bharatanatyam Margam presentation by Marielle Chakkery under the expert guidance of Anoop Menon and Jiji Rajagopal. The performance was held at St Bride’s Community Centre, Edinburgh on 8th December 2025. The evening was graced by distinguished

Edinburgh Diwali – Ross Bandstand, Edinburgh2nd November 2025 Ahalya Dance Academy was honoured to perform at the vibrant Edinburgh Diwali celebrations, held at the iconic Ross Bandstand. The performance opened with a powerful rendition of Ardhanareeshwaram, performed by Anoop Menon and Jiji Rajagopal, beautifully portraying the harmonious union of Shiva and Parvati through graceful movement

Telugu Association of Scotland (TAS)’s Diwali Celebration – Milngavie Townhall, Glasgow 18th October 2025 Ahalya Dance Academy was honoured to be invited by the Telugu Association of Scotland (TAS) to present a special performance at their Diwali celebration in Glasgow. The event brought together the community to celebrate the festival of lights through music, dance,

Multicultural Event – Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh30th August 2025 Following last year’s memorable participation, Ahalya Dance Academy was once again invited to perform at the Multicultural Event at Lauriston Castle, organised by African Connections CIC. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the castle’s gardens, the event brought together diverse communities from across Edinburgh to celebrate unity through art, music, and

UNESCO International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition – St Cecilia’s Hall, Edinburgh 23rd August 2025 Shakthi is a collaborative creation by Anoop Menon and Jiji Rajagopal, in partnership with Carnatic musician Preetha Nirmala. Submitted as part of UNESCO’s International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its

79th Independence Day Celebration – Rutland Square Garden, Edinburgh 15th August 2025 Ahalya was honoured to be invited to perform at the 79th Independence Day of India celebration, organised by the Consulate General of India, Edinburgh. The ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, Deputy Lord Provost of Edinburgh Lezley Marion Cameron, Deputy Provost of Perth

SAMARPANA 2025 Forrester High School, Edinburgh Ahalya Dance Academy proudly presented SAMARPANA 2025, its first annual showcase, celebrating dedication, artistry and the joy of learning Bharatanatyam. Our students performed with great enthusiasm. A highlight of the evening was a vibrant Jugalbandi, featuring Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam and Kuchipudi, beautifully weaving together three classical Indian styles in a seamless rhythmic dialogue.

Republic Day Reception – City Chambers, Edinburgh 27th January 2025 Ahalya had the honour of performing at the Republic Day Reception organised by the Consulate General of India, Edinburgh at City Chambers Edinburgh. The prestigious event was graced by esteemed guests including The Rt. Hon. Lord Provost Robert Aldridge, Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes MSP, Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone MSP, and several

USMA Award Night – A Grand Finale to 2024 30 November 2024 Ahalya Dance Academy brought the curtain down on a remarkable year with a memorable performance at the USMA (United Scotland Malayalee Association) Award Night, a prestigious celebration of culture and community spirit. The event was filled with energy, pride, and recognition, and was