We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to you for a celebration of art, culture, tradition, and innovation at our inaugural New York Kuchipudi Dance Festival. There will be two opportunities to enjoy this production - as a live audience member at the James and Martha Duffy Performance Space at the Mark Morris Dance Center, or in the comfort of your own home via live-stream. Please join us as we bring the timeless elegance and vibrant energy of Kuchipudi to life.

Kuchipudi, one of the eight classical dances originating from southern India, is renowned for its graceful movements, expressive storytelling, and intricate footwork. Our aim is to increase awareness and appreciation of Kuchipudi dance, an ancient cultural art form, to embrace and enhance the diversity of the performing arts culture, and to showcase and celebrate artists who have dedicated themselves to the dissemination of this tradition.