Omkara School of Kuchipudi Dance

So proud of my very young and talented students for their wonderful performance at TANTEX Sankranthi Sambaraluin Frisco, Texas. Their dedication truly shined on stage.

Grateful to the supportive and committed parents for their constant encouragement.

Heartfelt thanks to TANTEX (Telugu Association of North Texas) for organizing such beautiful cultural events and giving our kids this opportunity.

A special thank you to my senior student Sowjanya, who is pursuing her Diploma in Kuchipudi under my guidance, for taking up the responsibility of Assistant Teacher and Coordinator at Omkara, Kuchipudi Dance School. Truly appreciate your dedication and support.

Students of Omkara, School of Kuchipudi Dance gave a graceful performance at the TANTEX Deepavali Celebrations on October 25th. It was extra special as they performed on my birthday!

Heartfelt thanks to the TANTEX committee for this beautiful opportunity!

Omkara students beautifully presented yet another wonderful performance of Raasaleela for DTABS (Dallas Telugu Alai Balai Sangham) on October 11th as part of the Dasara celebrations.

Their portrayal of playful Krishna with Radha and the Gopikas, filled with rhythmic coordination and vibrant energy, beautifully captured the divine essence of the occasion.

Heartfelt thanks to DTABS for giving us this wonderful opportunity to be part of such a joyous festive celebration!

Omkara students gave a captivating performance of Raasaleela for TPAD (Telangana People’s Association of Dallas) on October 4th as part of the Bathukamma and Dasara celebrations.

Their graceful expressions, synchronized movements, and versatility brought the divine essence of the theme to life, leaving the audience mesmerized.

A heartfelt thank you to TPAD for giving us this wonderful opportunity to be part of such a beautiful cultural celebration!

Beautiful performances by Omkara students during the Navaratri celebrations at Sri Venkateswara Swamy and Hindu Temple, Frisco on September 27th.

Along with our senior dancers, our little ones performed for the very first time and filled everyone’s hearts with pride and joy.

Feeling overjoyed and emotional that my daughter Tanya came home from college to perform for this auspicious occasion. Watching her dance on this sacred stage once again was such a heart-filling moment❤️

Grateful to the temple organizers for this divine opportunity to present our art in devotion to the Gods 🙏

Students of our Omkara, School of Kuchipudi Dance presented a wonderful presentation at the TTA (Telangana American Telugu Association) Bathukamma celebrations on September 21st.

A heartfelt thank you to the TTA committee for giving us this wonderful opportunity!

So proud of our Omkara, School of Kuchipudi Dance students for their beautiful performance on Lord Shiva at the TANTEX (Telugu Association of North Texas) Ugadi Utsavalu!

It was yet another wonderful performance by our talented kids, filled with grace, devotion, and energy. The performance was well-received and appreciated by the audience and the community.

Heartfelt thanks to the TANTEX cultural team for giving us this wonderful opportunity to be part of such a vibrant celebration.

Sri Purandara Dasa Aaradhana 25th Silver Jubilee Celebrations at DFW Hindu Temple, Dallas on March 22nd was truly special!

Tanya Harathi, Vihaan Harathi, and my students from Omkara, School of Kuchipudi Dance delivered an incredible performance, bringing Purandara Dasa Krithis to life with their grace and dedication. Vihaan’s portrayal of Lord Rama and Ravana was simply mesmerizing, while Tanya’s solo performance captivated everyone.

Watching them grow with each performance fills my heart with pride, along with their parents’. Looking forward to many more amazing performances from these talented kids!

Thank you, Vasundhara Garu, for this great opportunity! 🙏

Dance for a Cure – A heartfelt fundraising event for cancer awareness, organized by Shubham Foundation on Sunday, December 15th.

It was an absolute delight to witness my students of Omkara, School of Kuchipudi Dance deliver a mesmerizing performance. Their flawless coordination, synchronization, and dedication to the art form were truly amazing.

A special moment for me was seeing my son, Vihaan Harathi, return to the stage after two years – a proud and emotional experience.

A big thank you to Gopal Ponangi garu and Ananya Ponangi for their continued efforts in organizing this meaningful event every year and for giving us the opportunity to be part of such a noble cause. 🙏

With divine grace and immense blessings, we humbly celebrated the sacred Gajjalu/Ghungroo Pooja on the holy day of Maharnavami during the auspicious Navaratri on October 11th, 2024 at Omkara, School of Kuchipudi Dance in Frisco, Texas. It is truly a blessing to offer this Gajjalu Pooja for my devoted students of Omkara, as they embark on their spiritual and artistic journey. Heartfelt kudos to the dedicated parents and talented children of Omkara, whose unwavering
commitment to preserving our cherished traditions, culture, and the timeless art of Kuchipudi fills me with immense joy and pride.
May the divine continue to guide and bless us on this sacred journey of dance, devotion and Dharma 🙏