06/16/2026
With the blessings of our beloved Guru Bhanumati, we present “Nivedanam” on July 4th at Murugan Temple , MD. Please come and support us with your esteemed presence.
Premier Bharatanatyam Institution in Virginia, US Kalavaridhi is a Sanskrit word, meaning Ocean of Art. In art, the journey is itself the destination.
Art is like the ocean - boundless, mysterious, and intriguing. A lifetime is hardly sufficient to explore any art form to its fullest. The experience of art is truly humbling; the more you learn, the less you know. Founding Kalavaridhi was the natural progression of Sheela's artistic journey. Through art, dreams are transformed into feelings. Expression of feelings creates communication. The journ
06/16/2026
With the blessings of our beloved Guru Bhanumati, we present “Nivedanam” on July 4th at Murugan Temple , MD. Please come and support us with your esteemed presence.
06/12/2026
It’s that time of the year when the students who embarked on the life changing and transformative journey through dance will be unveiled ! Kudos to these talented and committed students who are driven by passion take the stage and offer their gratitude and surrender to the art. Please join me in wishing these wonderful dancers who have reached an important milestone in their lives.
Aarya Shah - June 21st
Sahana Marthar - June 28th
Rujvi Thakkar - July 5th
Hansa Konduru - July 11th
Mahi Garg - July 19th
Bonita Ganesh - July 26th
Sahana Gopi - Aug 8th
Pre-arangetam photoshoot
MUAH: Kasi Aysola
Photography : Siva Sottallu Photographyand Subhankar Barai
Attendance by invitation only
06/08/2026
https://www.performingartseducators.org/del-kieffner-award.html
Del Kieffner Award | National Mentorship Recognition | PAE PAE's annual Del Kieffner Award honors exceptional instrumental, choral, and dance directors for outstanding mentorship of young artists—celebrating 18+ years of excellence.
06/04/2026
A big leap forward !!! A vision brought to life ….
Accomplished Performer Credential | Council of Educators The Accomplished Performer Credential is a rigorous, standards-based credential offered by Council of Educators, a 501c(3) nonprofit educational institution. Aligned with the UNESCO Framework for Culture and Arts Education, the program documents the development of essential, human skills: character,
06/01/2026
With the blessings of Guru and well wishers, we are thrilled to present Bharatanatyam recital for live music by renowned artists from India, on July 4th at 4:30 PM at SSVT, MD. Please come and encourage the artists !
05/12/2026
A grand recital with live music ! Students of Kalavaridhi are honored to present at the SSVT on July 4th at 5 PM. Pls come and join us for a visual and musical treat !
05/10/2026
Kalapradarshana 2026! Congratulations to all the artists who rendered a stellar performance !
05/09/2026
Come and join us in celebrating a festival of solos by senior students of Kalavaridhi at Murugan temple this evening at 4 PM
03/07/2026
What an exhilarating day ! A beautiful culmination of 25 years of hard work, dedication, love and commitment towards dance. I owe all this to my parents , my guru and the families of Kalavaridhi that stood by me through thick and thin.
A huge shoutout to all the volunteers- your support and meticulousness are the reasons for every successful show of Kalavaridhi and I’m hugely indebted to you.
Congratulations to all the dancers for their earnest efforts and to the graduates whose passion to dance knows no bounds !